The tragic earthquake which wreaked havoc in Haiti in January 2010 also exacerbated already difficult conditions for expectant mothers. MSF continues to work around the clock to help these women during this difficult time.
Metro police tore down eight shacks in Kliptown’s Freedom Charter informal settlement — and then the city of Johannesburg was ordered to rebuild them by the South Gauteng High Court. The <i>M&G</i> was there for the reconstruction.
Inception, the new movie by Batman Returns director Christopher Nolan, has been been a surprise hit – or a surprise beyond expectations.
Is investigative journalism under threat? The Protection of Information Bill has been reintroduced to Parliament, at the same time as the ANC is proposing an ominous “media tribunal”. <i>M&G</i> Editor Nic Dawes explains the danger of the proposed changes for journalists – and for the public.
The New Age is upon us. The Gupta brothers and co. debut the newest addition to South Africa’s daily newspaper milieu. The <i>Mail & Guardian</i> was there to get an advance peek.
Convicted drug trafficker Glen Agliotti arrived at the South Gauteng High Court on Monday morning to begin his first day in the dock for his alleged role in the "assisted suicide" of slain mining magnate Brett
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S’tha Ngwenya is a lawyer who fled Zimbabwe for both political and economic reasons. Experiencing xenophobia here in South Africa he says "I feel stateless — I don’t know where to go." Given our strong democratic constitution, Ngwenya thought people would be more accepting of foreigners in South Africa.
We catch up with fans at Soccer City following Spain’s 1-0 win over Netherlands in the 2010 World Cup final, July 11 2010.
Veteran trade unionist Dosso Ndessomin fled persecution in Côte d’Ivoire, arriving in SA in 1994. He sees the value of integrating with local communities, ever since making friends with South Africans while running a computer training centre in Soweto.
Secretary of the Coordinating Body for Refugees (CBRC) Jacques Kikonga Kamanda has been living in South Africa as a Congolese refugee for the past 12 years. He believes South Africa is a beacon of hope to Africa and the failure to curb xenophobia is a tragedy for the continent as a whole.
animal rights activists in underwear and body paint take a stand against cruelty to animals in Hyde Park, Johannesburg, on Thursday July 7 2010.
After living in South Africa for 15 years, Somali refugee Sulega Dahir Husein feels there is no future for her children in this country. She has raised her children single-handedly, struggling to scrape together school fees and money for rent. Working at home affairs as a translator, Sulega is in touch with the difficulties refugees face in South Africa.
We head to Africa Fashion Week 2010 and chat to Nigerian fashion label Bunmi Koko as they launch their Autumn/Winter collection. Creative Director Bunmi Olaye and partner Francis Udom’s unique clothing line celebrates female empowerment and domination.
Somali refugee Ebrahim Mohamed Ali has been living in South Africa for 15 years. During the 2008 xenophobic attacks his brother was killed and his panel beating workshop was destroyed. Now, running a coffee shop, he speaks to us about his fears that the rumours of renewed xenophobic violence after the World Cup are true.
The <i>M&G</i> takes to the streets to find out what the public expects from the World Cup semifinals.
Soccer journalist Mark Gleeson speaks to the <i>M&G</i> about the upcoming semifinals. Will there be more surprises to come?
Twenty two-year-old sports reporter Sowda is a refugee from the war in Somalia, and lives in Mayfair, Johannesburg, having fled her country after threats from extremists who believe women should not be journalists. She shares her concerns about the possibility of renewed xenophobia attacks after the World Cup.
ANC Youth League president Julius Malema has faced a number of challenges to his leadership in various provinces. Now he has lost the first round in a rebellion in his own province — from one of his former close friends.
Fans at Soccer City stadium react following the nail-biting match between Uruguay and Ghana, which saw Africa’s last World Cup hope kicked out of the tournament in a close penalty shoot-out.
Jackie Selebi was convicted of corruption on July 2 2010. We speak to investigative journalist Adriaan Basson following the verdict.
The “Clay Oven” informal settlement in Paulshof, Rivonia, home to both South Africans and foreign nationals, went up in flames on the 28th of June 2010. Residents say the police intentionally started the blaze following a call a few days earlier for them to evict the area.
Barbara is one of thousands of women hoping to make their fortune during the World Cup. Working as a sex worker, she sees the soccer showcase as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to capitalise on foreigners visiting the country.
A special group of actors are causing a stir on local metrorail trains with a series of skits relating to social issues. Presented by the National Working Group on Sexual Offences, the Shukumisa campaign aims to call the system and civil society into account with regards to sexual violence.
The Guardian.co.uk presents this video of football correspondent Kevin McCarra speaking to fans in Bloemfontein after England’s crushing defeat to Germany.
We catch up with Italy and Slovakia fans outside Ellis Park stadium on Thursday June 24 2010 following the reigning world champions’ 2-3 loss to Slovakia.
The Guardian presents this story out of Cape Town’s Blikkiesdorp township – a ‘temporary relocation area’ set up in 2008. Here they host the poor people’s world cup, a soccer tournament for local youth. Residents say they have been removed from the area they used to live, near Greenpoint Stadium.
The Guardian presents this idiot’s guide to the vuvuzela with the help of South African musician and vuvuzela orchestra member Samora Ntsebeza. He demonstrates how to get clean sound, and shows off a couple of popular World Cup chants.
The vibe at Soweto’s Sakumzi’s pub was energised and positive as fans of all nationalities cheered alongside locals and celebrated Bafana’s 2-1 victory over France on Tuesday June 22 2010.
We chat to Spain and Honduras fans following Spain’s 2-0 win at Ellis Park stadium, Monday June 22 2010.
Football journalist Mark Gleeson shares his thoughts and match predictions from Bloemfontein ahead of the much-anticipated clash between South Africa and France on Tuesday.
We watch Bafana’s match against Uruguay at the Radium Beerhall, one of Jo’burg’s oldest pubs. Eager fans share their thoughts ahead of the match and their disappointment following the 3-0 loss.
As part of our <a href="http://www.mg.co.za/3city">Three City Tour series</a>, we explore the busy city’s nightlife, from local pubs and funky hangouts to upmarket jazz bars.