South Africa

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Published on: 2024-12-10
SAFA president Danny Jordaan is facing charges of fraud and theft. (Alfonso Nqunjana/News24) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we're... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By Alex Mitchley
Six members of the Khumalo family, including two children, were executed in their Eshowe home in February 2021. (Supplied by family) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By Anelisa Kubheka
Linde took four wickets and made 48 runs. Punching above their weight, a second-string South African team were spearheaded by all-rounder George Linde as they secured an 11-run victory in the opening match of their T20 International series against Pakistan... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By Wesley Botton
Jackman is accused of shooting and killing a security officer following a car crash in Milnerton. (Velani Ludidi/News24) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By Velani Ludidi
Former police crime intelligence boss Richard Mdluli will now be represented by a private attorney. (Veli Nhlapo/Gallo Images/Sowetan) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By Noxolo Sibiya
Mamelodi Sundowns chairman Thlopie Motsepe said Manqoba Mngqithi exit had little to do with the team's Carling Black Label final loss to Magesi last month (@bonganizungu/supplied) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By Khanyiso Tshwaku
Nedbank has advised shareholders of modest earnings growth for the first 10 months of the year. (Photo: Gallo Images/Financial Mail/Russell Roberts) Gallo Images/Financial Mail/Russell Roberts South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By Garth Theunissen
The Pretoria High School for Girls SGB and the Gauteng Department of Education were in court on Tuesday. (Google© Streetview, Google Maps, taken 2024) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future.... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By Bernadette Wicks
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Published on: 2024-12-10
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Severe thunderstorms resulting in heavy downpours and flooding is expected in parts of KwaZulu-Natal. (Sarayut Thaneerat/Getty Images) The South African Weather Service has issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms resulting in heavy downpours and flooding in parts of KwaZulu-Natal.Extremely... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
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Published on: 2024-12-10
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A humane world is possible. (ohchr.org) Abigail Noko writes that we must champion human rights everywhere and every day. In a world where conflicts are escalating, humanitarian crises are deepening and inequality and polarisation are on the rise, human rights are... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By Abigail Noko
Former president and MK Party leader Jacob Zuma during an interview with the Sunday Times in Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal. File photo. Image: SANDILE NDLOVU South Africans are happier and the country has changed for the better since the MK Party was... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By NonyukelaB@arena.africa (Bulelani Nonyukela)
ANC deputy president Paul Mashatile. File phoot. Image: FREDDY MAVUNDA ANC deputy president Paul Mashatile has maintained his opposition to the possible disbanding of the party’s KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng provincial executive committees (PECs).Speaking in KwaZulu-Natal a day after the ANC... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By madisak@tisoblackstar.co.za (Kgothatso Madisa)
Former crime intelligence boss Richard Mdluli in court. File image. Image: Thulani Mbele Former crime intelligence boss Richard Mdluli told the Pretoria high court on Tuesday he will source the services of a private lawyer to represent him in his... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By Ernest Mabuza
The new entry-level Citroën C3 Aircross 1.2 Plus is priced at R269,900. Image: Supplied Stellantis on Tuesday unveiled a more affordable version of its Citroën C3 Aircross. Joining its five- and seven-seater 1.2T Max siblings launched locally in July, the new... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By Motoring Staff
The DStv Delicious International Food & Music Festival, one of several music concerts the Gauteng department of sport, arts, culture and recreation has spent R16.6m on in the past five years. File photo. Image: Supplied The Gauteng department of sport,... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By MashamaiteM@arena.africa (Modiegi Mashamaite)
Sthembiso Mthimkhulu, 39, stormed the Khumalo homestead in the eNkanini area on the outskirts of Eshowe and killed six people. Image: Mfundo Mkhize A former social worker who killed six of his family members after accusing them of bewitching his... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By MFUNDO MKHIZE
Zambia's former president Edgar Chagwa Lungu addresses the UN General Assembly in New York, US, on September 25 2019. Lungu is ineligible to run for another term in office, Zambia's Constitutional Court ruled on Tuesday. File photo. Image: REUTERS/Carlo Allegri... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By Reuters
The accused during the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial at the Pretoria high court. Image: ANTONIO MUCHAVE One of the defence lawyers in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial,  Adv Thulani Mngomezulu, has died.According to a statement issued by the family, Mngomezulu... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By moloih@sowetan.co.za (Herman Moloi)
Brian Mitchell, boxing, during a sports event in South Africa. Image: Wessel Oosthuizen Retired accomplished boxer Brian "The Road Warrior" Mitchell was on Tuesday presented with the sought-after green and gold World Boxing Council (WBC) belt by WBC president Mauricio... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By magaselab@sowetan.co.za (Bongani Magasela)
Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Dean Macpherson. (Lubabalo Lesolle/Gallo Images) Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has launched an independent investigation into the Independent Development Trust over corruption allegations related to the R836-million PSA Oxygen Plant tender. Concerns raised... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By Jan Gerber
A third person has been arrested and charged in connection with the R1.2-million fraud case of Nomsa Masuku, an Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) commissioner.Ciniso Masuku, who is the nephew of Masuku, made his first appearance in the Specialised... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By Iavan Pijoos
Acsa says operations have returned to normal at OR Tambo International Airport after delays caused by refuelling issues. File photo. Image: Sinesipho Schrieber/ File photo Operations at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg have returned to normal after delays on... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By MashamaiteM@arena.africa (Modiegi Mashamaite)
KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. File photo. Image: Sandile Ndlovu KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has spoken out on growing concern about the improper carrying of firearms in public, emphasising the importance of following the law to ensure... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By MashamaiteM@arena.africa (Modiegi Mashamaite)
Another suspected illegal miner has surfaced at a Stilfontein shaft, with a request for food and tobacco. File photo. Image: Reuters/Ihsaan Haffejee Another suspected illegal miner has surfaced at a shaft in Stilfontein, North West, bringing a letter requesting more... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By NgcoboK@sundaytimes.co.za (Khanyisile Ngcobo)
Miguel Cardoso has been announced as the new coach of Mamelodi Sundowns. Image: Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images Mamelodi Sundowns have announced Portuguese Miguel Cardoso as their new coach.Sundowns chair Tlhopie Motsepe announced the appointment of the former Esperance de Tunis coach... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By strydomm@timeslive.co.za (Marc Strydom)
Miguel Cardoso has been announced as the new coach of Mamelodi Sundowns. Image: Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images A series of inconsistent results across all competitions led to the departure of Manqoba Mngqithi at Mamelodi Sundowns on Tuesday.Mngqithi was replaced by Miguel... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By KhozaN@sowetan.co.za (Neville Khoza)
South African author Lorato Trok has paid homage to the last indigenous speaker of N|uu, a Khoisan language, for her determination to preserve the endangered language, through a children’s book. Image: VUKUZENZELE Author Lorato Trok has paid homage to the... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By GCIS VUK'UZENZELE
Gauteng has the highest number of schools for Learners with Special Educational Needs (LSEN) with 124 schools followed by KwaZulu-Natal and the Western Cape, says the writer. Image: 123RF/stockbroker The percentage of learners with disabilities attending educational institutions has been... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By Nozipho Dlamini
The EFF is ready to lead SA and the Global South into a new era – one where the oppressed rise, the imperialists fall, and true economic freedom becomes reality, says the writer. Image: The Times/Moeletsi Mabe The EFF's third... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By Godrich Gardee
Home affairs offices will be open until 6pm for the next two weeks. File photo. Image: MICHAEL PINYANA The home affairs department on Tuesday announced the extension of its operating hours during the festive season.The department's offices will close at... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By TImesLIVE
Johannes Mfaladi, 28, was detained for assault with the intent to do grievous bodily harm in Swartruggens. Image: Supplied Police are on the hunt for three awaiting-trial detainees who escaped from police holding cells in Swartruggens in the North West... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-10
By Shonisani Tshikalange (Shonisani Tshikalange)
A penthouse going for R80  million, and more than 5  000 apartments — all in one development. That’s a big price tag for Gauteng (and for South Africa in general). When it comes to some of the Balwin Properties developments, it makes... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-08
By Eyaaz
South Africa’s infrastructure problems don’t only affect the lives of the people who call it home. Issues with electricity, water, transport and waste infrastructure influence tourists’ decision-making and, as a result, the success of the tourism sector.  With many of... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-08
By Eyaaz
Women are the backbone of food production and environmental sustainability. They make up 60% of the global agricultural labour force and are responsible for half of the world’s food production. Yet their immense contributions are often undervalued and overlooked. As... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-08
By Eyaaz
On the same day we commemorated World Aids Day 2024, I was at the vigil of a former classmate and fallen soldier who died of HIV related illnesses in Kenya. Amid the sadness of the demise of a younger soldier... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-08
By Eyaaz
We have just six years to achieve the United Nations sustainable development goals, considered the global master plan to achieve “a better and more sustainable future for all”.  “Only 17% of the SDG targets are on track, nearly half are... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-08
By Eyaaz
A groundbreaking policy brief looks at what ArcelorMittal’s decarbonisation roadmap means for communities and the environment This content is restricted to subscribers only. Join the M&G Community Our commitment at the Mail & Guardian is to ensure every reader enjoys... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-08
By Eyaaz
Amid rising imports and operational hurdles, the steel producer announces layoffs while the government’s long-term strategy remains unclear This content is restricted to subscribers only. Join the M&G Community Our commitment at the Mail & Guardian is to ensure every... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-08
By Eyaaz
South Africa is not a normal country. That is the explanation we could offer ourselves during our diary planning sessions this week to explain how Thembi Simelane remains a member of the cabinet.  Reports by the Daily Maverick and News24... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-07
By Eyaaz
For the first part of this story, please click here Ahead of the World Cup I was dubbed the Sunday Times’ 2010 correspondent. It was less an honour than one of those jobs nobody else wanted to do because they... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-07
By Eyaaz
Didn’t 2024 just break your heart? I reckon all of us are suffering from post-Covid-19 blues. Many of us were hopeful that enduring the multiple global lockdowns would mean we will embrace genuine human solidarity and cooperation. We should have... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-07
By Eyaaz
The United Nations Development Programme’s Achim Steiner criticizes slow global response to Africa’s debt crisis This content is restricted to subscribers only. Join the M&G Community Our commitment at the Mail & Guardian is to ensure every reader enjoys the... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-07
By Eyaaz
South Africa has about 532 townships, where more than 40% of its urban population resides. In 2019, these townships had about 21.7 million residents, with Gauteng having the largest population at 8.9 million.  These townships stem from the policies of... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-07
By Eyaaz
ION Mining’s cloud mining With the rapid development of the digital economy, every new advancement in the field of cryptocurrency has attracted significant attention.  Donald Trump was re-elected as president. During his campaign, the president-elect announced his commitment to making... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-06
By info@digitalafrikan.com
Rivers, like mountains, are places of the imagination as much as they are facts of geography and political history.  In the introduction to his 2014 book Congo: The Epic History of a People, Belgian historian David van Reybrouck acknowledges this... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-06
By Eyaaz
Discussions about artificial intelligence (AI) advancements are romanticised in such a way that they are presented as an all-knowing oracle and saviour.  This seems to be a marketing strategy by big tech, but we are concerned about how uncritically these... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-06
By Eyaaz
Sobukwe film screened at jail where he was kept In celebration of Pan Africanist Congress founder Robert Sobukwe, who would have been 100 years old on 5 December, the multi-award-winning film, Sobukwe: A Great Soul, will be screened at Constitutional... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-06
By Eyaaz
The US president-elect’s threat to Brics and regressive climate change stance risk stoking tension This content is restricted to subscribers only. Join the M&G Community Our commitment at the Mail & Guardian is to ensure every reader enjoys the finest... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-06
By Eyaaz
+ Joburg’s landfill crisis and persistent load reduction+ ANC and DA clash over cabinet seats+ Msholozi residents support Zuma’s political comeback+ IFP and DA secure major wins in KZN by-elections+ Pensioners lose life savings in investment scam This content is... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-05
By Lethabo Hlahatsi
1A Sadly rent – bye brave poet (7) This content is restricted to subscribers only. Join the M&G Community Our commitment at the Mail & Guardian is to ensure every reader enjoys the finest experience. Join the M&G community and... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-05
By SysOps
The South Africa Communist Party (SACP) says that although it intends to contest the next elections as an independent party, it will not act in opposition to the ANC in the post-election phase. SACP general secretary Solly Mapaila announced on... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-05
By Eyaaz