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Meet Katoto, Museveni’s big fan

Africa Eric Mwine-Mugaju - 27 Jun 2020

The TV cartoon character — think Homer Simpson meets Robin Hood — with added propaganda

Axing Days of Our Lives may not decolonise our TVs

Article Staff Reporter - 24 Jun 2016

A bittersweet moment for many as we celebrate the creation of space for locally produced content, while also mourning the loss of a nostalgic links.

Multichoice fined R40 000 for negligence

Article Sapaxxxx - 2 Feb 2015

Broadcaster Multichoice has received two fines for running inappropriate promos on DSTV.

TV sport will be the death of live support

Article Staff Reporter - 30 Jan 2015

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Battle of the box divides Namec

Article Lloyd Gedye - 21 Aug 2014

The small electronics industry body is accusing two of its heads of being 'empowerment raiders'.

Cabinet turf war causes TV delay

Article Mmanaledi Mataboge & Matuma Letsoala - 14 Aug 2014

The ANC is losing patience with the turf war that has erupted over digital migration from the old analogue signal when watching television in SA.

Samsung to open television manufacturing plant in Durban

Article Staff Reporter - 30 Jul 2014

Samsung Electronics is to open a TV manufacturing plant in the Dube Trade Port near Durban, investing $20-million over the next four years.

Something on the side: TVs and gadgets

Article Staff Reporter - 5 Feb 2014

Sean Bacher rounds up this month's most desirable gadgets, including the smart TV by Hisense and a golfing must-have from Garmin.

Think outside the boring TV box

Article Laurence Caromba - 23 Jan 2014

Great non-American TV shows and the advent of streaming services mean there is no reason to stick to what you know.

Dexter’s deteriorating dynamics

Article Laurence Caromba - 31 Oct 2013

Laurence Caromba takes us through the final season of the American television drama series, "Dexter".

Sure beats a stock home invasion

Article Laurence Caromba - 11 Oct 2013

Kidnappers hold a ?family to ransom ?in a tense and ?complex drama.

The 1980s want their cops back

Article Laurence Caromba - 27 Sep 2013

King & Maxwell is so ?old-fashioned it proves how the rest of the genre has progressed.

Cory Monteith co-stars pay tribute after ‘Glee’ actor’s death

Article Staff Reporter - 15 Jul 2013

Fans and co-stars have honoured "Glee" actor Cory Monteith, who was found dead at a hotel in Vancouver.

Aliens are trolling the history books

Article Laurence Caromba - 12 Jul 2013

"Ancient Aliens" is a stupid and unconvincing show, but it’s also strangely riveting.

Enlightened: HBO cans the laughter

Article Laurence Caromba - 28 Jun 2013

The normally tolerant cable channel has canned a quirky comedy for being too sad to be funny.

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Constitutional Court ruling on restructuring dispute is good for employers

Sarah Smit - 30 Oct 2020

A judgment from the apex court empowers employers to change their workers’ contracts — without consultation

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KZN officials cash in on ‘danger pay for Covid-19’

des erasmus - 30 Oct 2020

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The living nightmare of environmental activists who protest mine expansion

khaya koko & Oupa Nkosi - 29 Oct 2020

Last week Fikile Ntshangase was gunned down as activists fight mining company Tendele’s expansions. Community members tell the M&G about the ‘kill lists’ and the dread they live with every day

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Introducing the new CSIR strategy and identity

special reports - 30 Oct 2020

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Itec serves up high-tech integrated surveillance system for family food company

special reports - 27 Oct 2020

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Transport Month

[email protected] - 23 Oct 2020

An infrastructure-led recovery will help to stimulate demand in the South African economy, which is vital post the Covid-19 pandemic

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special reports - 23 Oct 2020

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Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

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Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

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Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

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special reports - 19 Oct 2020

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