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Albert Mazibuko and the echoes of isicathamiya

As South Africa mourns Albert Mazibuko, his life reveals the deep intersections between music, memory, displacement, and the resilience of black cultural expression.

Winter’s frigid embrace awaits us

As we enjoy the last few weeks of autumn with its bright colours, remember that the rigours of winter are just around the corner

Major General Hlongwa (2nd R) General Officer Commanding the Joint Operations Members talks with other members of the operation ahead of a mission from the Search and Rescue Centre at the old Virginia airport following heavy rains, mudslides and rain and winds in Durban, on April 19, 2022. (RAJESH JANTILAL/AFP via Getty Images)

SANDF troops help with KwaZulu-Natal post-flood recovery

Some residents have accused the South African National Defence Force of taking too long to respond with recovery assistance

After two failed bail hearings, they requested their case be moved to another court and assigned another prosecutor. The matter was transferred to the regional court in Escourt. (David Harrison/M&G)

Peaceful protesters ‘pleaded guilty to get out of jail’

Inkanyezi residents have been protesting for the past two years about the poor condition of roads

The targeting of large buildings appears to be part of a new military tactic by Israel.

From slum city to urban living hub: How Jo’burg got its groove back

Home is not necessarily a glittering castle. It can be a cramped room on the first floor of an old, rundown building and the subject of a court case.

Ladysmith: A small, cozy, convenient place

A Jo’burger who grew up in Ladysmith is reassured to find it just as she left it.

Heavy rains, floods wreak havoc in SA

Floods in KwaZulu-Natal had claimed five lives by Wednesday as heavy rains continued to soak large parts of the country.

Mass Cosatu strike grips South Africa

Masses of workers supported a national strike against rising living costs on Wednesday, paralysing transport services and immobilising businesses.