At 38, Lionel Messi is rewriting history at the 2026 Fifa World Cup, silencing doubters with five goals in two matches, including a hat-trick and a record-breaking brace. He's propelled Argentina to the knockout rounds and surpassed Miroslav Klose as...

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South Africa, a leader in HIV response with the world's largest antiretroviral treatment programme, advocates for sustained and predictable global resourcing at the High-Level Meeting on HIV/Aids. The nation champions increased domestic financing, di...

As South Africa marks Youth Month, the government's opaque energy loan agreements, including a deal with Opec, raise concerns about fossil fuel dependency and lack of public consultation. Young people and affected communities are being excluded from ...

The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has defended the performance of its voter registration technology after nearly three million voter registration transactions were processed during a recent weekend drive ahead of the 2026 local governmen...

Reflecting on 50 years since the Soweto Uprising, this article explores how the challenges faced by South Africa's youth today, particularly unemployment, demand a new kind of moral leadership, distinct from the struggles of 1976 but equally vital.

The death of 29-year-old Gcina Dhladhla at Cartrack’s Rosebank offices has pushed workplace culture back into the national conversation. Her family demands answers amidst claims she was unwell but continued working, while Cartrack denies refusing h...

Fifty years after the June 16, 1976 Uprising, the Class of 2026 in Soweto is focused on mastering artificial intelligence. This shift comes as former SA statistician-general Dr Pali Lehohla's research, the 'Lehohla Ledger,' reveals economic betrayals...

A new study led by the University of Cape Town reveals that False Bay's seabed is accumulating pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and metals, acting as a long-term pollution reservoir. While current levels aren't causing obvious ecological damage, the long...

Advanced traders in South Africa look beyond headline costs and welcome offers when choosing a broker. They prioritize execution quality, real market costs, platform stability during volatility, and robust regulation to ensure a professional trading ...

This review delves into 'Maternal Instinct', one of Netflix's most disturbing true-crime documentaries, exposing how unchecked deception can lead to unimaginable violence. It follows the shocking case of Taylor Parker, a Texas woman whose life was bu...

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 1976 Soweto Uprising, South Africa's Youth Month focuses on building peace around migration. The article highlights the importance of diplomacy, ubuntu, and regional cooperation to foster social cohesion and ...

A Seat at the Table (Satt) chairperson Tryphosa Ramano advocates for boardroom training for young people, speaking at the Connect Youth in Dialogue Summit (CYID 2026) in Johannesburg. The summit brought together young leaders, business executives, en...

The third annual Connect Youth in Dialogue Summit in Johannesburg shifted the conversation from youth participation to implementation, focusing on accountability and action. Leaders, entrepreneurs, and policymakers explored how young people can move ...

Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, daughter of former president Jacob Zuma, maintains she will not leave the uMkhonto weSizwe Party despite her expulsion, citing a lack of proper disciplinary procedures. She also discusses her relationship with her father amids...

The 2026 UN High-Level Meeting on HIV/Aids presents a crucial opportunity, but its success hinges on governments partnering with civil society, not just using them for optics. South African civil society leaders emphasize the need for robust financin...

A major report reveals global warming reached 1.37°C above pre-industrial levels in 2025, with scientists warning the 1.5°C threshold could be exceeded within four years. Greenhouse gas emissions remain at record highs, accelerating climate change ...

Explore the rich history of the Old Castle Brewery Building in Woodstock, Cape Town. Once a coastal suburb, Woodstock's shoreline was pushed back for development, and this iconic brewery, built in 1900, became a landmark. Discover its transformation ...

A confidential draft PwC forensic report obtained by the Mail & Guardian has raised questions about the calculation used to settle the long-running Lanseria Airport dispute, findings that appear to lie behind the Public Investment Corporation’s dec...

South Africa, rich in solar and wind resources with billions ready for investment, faces a critical bottleneck: a severe lack of power lines and an opaque grid access queue. This energy paradox, highlighted at a recent Webber Wentzel Power Breakfast,...

What began as an arbitration over Lanseria Airport has escalated into a major governance crisis for the Public Investment Corporation (PIC), involving a whistleblower complaint against its CEO, a R1 billion legal threat, and intervention from Finance...

There is a trend, uniquely South African, with retired politicians. Unlike retired teachers, retired engineers or retired surgeons, they never seem to retire. They merely disappear for a season into comfortable obscurity before emerging from their po...

Malawi's ongoing parliamentary inquiry into the 2024 military plane crash that killed former vice-president Saulos Chilima has exposed a significant flaw in earlier probes: none reviewed internal reports from the institutions responsible for operatin...

South Africa must urgently address escalating plastic pollution to avert a devastating crisis impacting humans, oceans, and aquatic life. The Water Research Commission issues a stern warning, calling for collective action from government, communities...

A whistleblower has alleged that the eThekwini metro police department operates as a criminal enterprise, controlled by a powerful cabal that recruits relatives and politically connected individuals. These claims surface after the arrest of metro cop...

A groundbreaking study led by South African scientists has uncovered thriving microbial communities within Antarctica's vast winter sea ice. These microorganisms produce compounds linked to climate-cooling gases, challenging previous assumptions and ...

Citroën's new Basalt enters South Africa's crowded compact SUV market with distinctive styling, generous space, and one of the most comfortable rides in its class. We find out whether this French contender has what it takes to stand out.

A 22-year-old South African HIV activist, born with the virus, shares her powerful perspective on living with HIV and calls on world leaders at the High-Level Meeting on HIV/Aids to include young people's lived experiences in their decisions and comm...

As South Africa commemorates World Refugee Day, this article examines the nation's commitment to protecting asylum seekers and refugees. It addresses the challenges of xenophobia, healthcare access, and the need for social inclusion, urging reflectio...

The 2024 El Niño drought severely impacted Southern Africa's energy infrastructure, notably Lake Kariba, exposing the diverse and complex risks investors face across the continent's energy markets. Learn why a jurisdiction-specific approach is cruci...

After more than 15 years, hunting safari operator Dawie Groenewald, described as the mastermind behind the world's largest rhino horn trafficking investigation, has been convicted and sentenced in South Africa, bringing a landmark wildlife crime pros...

As foreign companies advance projects worth tens of billions of dollars in critical minerals, Malawi's fiscal watchdog projects the government will collect roughly $19 million (R313m) from the entire mining sector this year. Official documents, compa...

South Africa’s Bafana Bafana secured a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Czechia in their second 2026 Fifa World Cup match. The result, marked by a late equaliser from star-player Teboho Mokoena’s penalty in the 83rd minute after Czechia had taken the...

South Africans are fiercely protective of their bakkies, a market long dominated by Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger. But newcomers like GWM's P-Series have shown buyers are open to feature-packed, budget-friendly alternatives. Now, JMC is entering the f...

Diagnosed with HIV in 2000 when it was a death sentence for many Africans, the author reflects on 25 years of the fight against the epidemic. Ahead of the UN High-Level Meeting on HIV/Aids, she stresses the urgent need for ambitious, funded, and enfo...

Dive into a no-holds-barred review of 'The Polygamist', the 22-episode telenovela that promises shock and awe but ultimately leaves viewers emotionally drained. Discover why this series, featuring characters like Joyce and Jonasi, starts strong as tr...

A child of Tembisa reflects on Youth Day, contrasting the 1976 fight against apartheid with the contemporary struggles of young people for economic and social freedom amidst unemployment and lack of opportunity, as seen through a poignant encounter i...

The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) is embroiled in a significant governance crisis, stemming not from a recent whistleblower complaint, but from a long-standing dispute over Lanseria Airport. This saga has evolved into a broader contest over aut...

As quantum computing edges closer to practical reality and artificial intelligence continues to accelerate, Singularity South Africa has announced another wave of influential speakers for the 2026 Summit, taking place in collaboration with Old Mutual...

A poignant reflection on the life and legacy of jazz maestro Abdullah Ibrahim, delving into his complex personality, his resistance to being defined by 'Mannenberg', and his profound journey of identity through music. This article offers an intimate ...

A vibrant vogue-opera celebrates anti-apartheid and LGBTQ+ activist Simon Nkoli, blending history, spectacle and political resistance with dazzling theatrical flair. The production, 'Nkoli: a fierce and fabulous life', honours a lesser-known but cruc...

Sophie Joans and Mxolisi Masilela, both recipients of the Mail & Guardian's Top 200 Young South Africans recognition, are theatre-makers who built their own spaces in the industry. Now, they bring their founding energy to the National Arts Festival i...

Santu Mofokeng's photographs invite viewers to slow down and recognise the humanity of people beyond their circumstances. His work, which challenged conventional struggle photography, is celebrated in the 'Rumours/2026' exhibition, reminding us how h...

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 story explores themes of love, loyalty, family, and survival within a danger...

Get ready for a dose of local entertainment! 'Dear Sis Dolly' brings heart and humour to South African cinemas, while jazz vocalists Rorisang Sechele and Somi release their latest captivating music. Discover the stories behind these exciting new rele...

Malawi ranks third in Africa for public confidence in its courts, according to the Afrobarometer Round 10 survey. However, this high trust masks a severe structural crisis where poverty, understaffing, and incomplete reforms deny most Malawians real ...

Explore 'The Trials of Winnie Mandela', a Netflix documentary that offers an authentic, nuanced portrayal of one of South Africa's most fascinating and contested figures. Co-produced by her granddaughters, Swati Dlamini-Mandela and Zaziwe Dlamini-Man...

South African billionaire Robert Gumede and Zimbabwean deal-maker Rute Moyo have joined forces through their Vision Sugar Group to rescue the beleaguered sugar giant Tongaat Hulett Limited (THL). The withdrawal of a liquidation application signals a ...

Democratic Alliance (DA) leader Geordin Hill-Lewis’s decision to seek sweeping changes to the party’s representation in the government of national unity (GNU) has ruffled feathers and triggered anger and confusion among senior party leaders. Insi...

South Africa is hurtling towards a precipice pushed by a toxic mix of economic despair, populist political posturing and systemic state failure that threatens to ignite widespread social instability, while a government caught unaware implements a “...