Book Review

Thandi Moagi's debut novel, Wisani and the Bafokeng Brothers, draws inspiration from the vibrant streets of Soweto and the mountainous landscapes of Lesotho. This compelling…

Arundhati Roy’s ‘Mother Mary Comes to Me’ is a deeply personal memoir that lays bare the contradictions that shaped both her writing and her life

Through Soraya’s journey, Cape Fever explores identity, resilience and the hidden histories of Cape Malays in post-war South Africa

Decades on, Kwame Nkrumah’s speeches read like a roadmap for Africa’s present challenges, from trade and unity to economic independence

This reflective review revisits the political courage and quiet influence that made Sally Motlana indispensable to the liberation struggle

Part political thriller, part historical reckoning, the controversial book probes espionage claims that complicate the heroic narratives of Southern Africa’s liberation struggle

Colonial architecture might not be your thing — but Sir Herbert Baker’s globe-trotting, empire-defining life just might surprise you

The Gambling Animal offers a sharp, unsettling look at human irrationality, risk-taking and the ecological consequences of gambling with our future

When fiction mirrors fear, even the strongest reader flinches. Medusa is powerful, painful and unforgettable

One boy. Three matriarchs. Endless food, love, and drama. A memoir that’s as touching as it is tasty

Siphiwe Gloria Ndlovu’s novel is a profound exploration of power, memory and the cost of knowledge

Writer confronts family, grief and recovery in his most vulnerable, honest book yet

Another case, another body, another billionaire — JD Robb’s formula still works

A moving, mind-bending journey of grief, hope and unexpected transformation

Lindani Mbunyuza-Memani weaves a tale of identity, longing and the relentless pull of the past