South Africa Mail & Guardian
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 08:47:30 GMTM&G Greening the Future Awards open for 2026 nominations
Nominations have opened for the 2026 Greening the Future Awards, honouring the individuals, communities, and organisations safeguarding South Africa's environment.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:13:05 GMTUnisa ICT leader earns global recognition at World CIO 200 Summit
Unisa's Acting Executive Director for ICT Governance, Dr Marothi Philip Lemekwane, has been honoured at the 2026 World CIO 200 Grand Finale in Sri Lanka for excellence in digital transformation and technology governance.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:08:14 GMTSouth African AI Awards to recognise innovation that creates opportunity
The inaugural South African AI Awards, presented by NTT DATA, will celebrate local artificial intelligence innovation focused on inclusive socio-economic prosperity in Sandton.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:00:03 GMTCôte d’Ivoire Brings the Art of Chocolate and the Flavours of Diplomacy to South Africa
The Embassy of Côte d’Ivoire in South Africa hosted an exclusive chocolate-making workshop and culinary evening in Pretoria, showcasing the nation's cocoa heritage and cultural diplomacy.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 06:56:46 GMTTender Invitation: The Southern African Customs Union (SACU)
The SACU Secretariat is inviting qualified bidders to submit proposals for short-term consultancy services to review and finalise its regional framework for trade digitalisation and digital transformation.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 06:52:08 GMTInvite: Fasset AGM
Fasset invites stakeholders to its Annual General Meeting to celebrate achieving 100% performance and a fifth consecutive clean audit, while charting the way forward.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTOpen justice at stake in bid to close spy trial, says CFE
The Campaign for Free Expression has raised alarms over the State Security Agency’s attempts to secure a blanket ban on public and media access during the corruption trial of former intelligence officials Thulani Dlomo and Patrick Mshothola.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTR30 million to make Sassa CEO look good
Sassa CEO Themba Matlou faces scrutiny over a R30-million media tender where R29 million was allegedly spent in the first year to shape press coverage and shield management from negative publicity.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTToxic taps expose Tshwane’s deadly water failures
More than 400 people, mostly young children, fell ill after the City of Tshwane supplied unchlorinated tap water to Bronkhorstspruit for three weeks without alerting residents, sparking outrage over municipal oversight and accountability.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTFuel relief buys time but growth runs on empty
While economists welcome South Africa's temporary R10 billion fuel levy cut, trade unions and analysts warn that fiscal austerity fails to tackle sluggish growth and high unemployment.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTCoast properties caught in court fight
The Durban High Court has halted the handover of six strategic coastal properties on KwaZulu-Natal's South Coast following an interdict obtained by Ray Nkonyeni municipality against public works authorities.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTRevised policies aim to rescue collapsing municipalities
The South African government has launched the Revised White Paper on Local Government, introducing differentiated funding models and governance reforms to rescue distressed municipalities across the country.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTChery’s AI leap
Chery is expanding beyond traditional car manufacturing, using its AiMOGA subsidiary to unveil a diverse lineup of embodied AI humanoid and companion robots for homes, hospitals, and civic duties.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTCan the Grootman take on the big boys?
Chery is set to disrupt South Africa's fiercely contested bakkie market with the Grootman, a potent plug-in hybrid to be assembled at its Rosslyn plant.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTThe Freelander is back … but it’s from China
Discontinued in 2015, the Freelander nameplate returns as a high-tech Chinese-built hybrid SUV, blending classic British heritage with cutting-edge EV technology through a strategic JLR-Chery partnership.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTThe real jackpot is your vote
Municipal governance and basic service delivery directly influence home values. Ahead of the local elections, explore why casting your ballot is a critical investment in your property's future.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTWho will win the Ballon d’Or?
The 30-player shortlist for the 2026 men’s Ballon d'Or has been unveiled, with Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal, and Kylian Mbappé leading a star-studded field ahead of the London ceremony.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTThe voice we lost: Forty years without Samora Machel
Four decades after the tragic Mbuzini plane crash that killed Samora Machel, Mozambique reflects on the enduring promise of independence, regional liberation, and the contemporary struggle against corruption.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTMunicipalities must pay for water failures
After supplying unchlorinated tap water for weeks in Bronkhorstspruit, leading to hundreds of gastrointestinal illness cases, the City of Tshwane must face accountability for its severe failure to protect public health.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTStop the smear campaign
SAJBD National Director Wendy Kahn responds to Ebrahim Fakir, rejecting collective blame and calling for unity between Jewish and Muslim South Africans.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTGig Guide: Le Xhosa Nostra presents
Umcimbi waseRhawutini,
LEGO takes over Menlyn Park Shopping Centre and Artist Proof Studio pop-up in Sandton
Explore top events across Gauteng, featuring Le Xhosa Nostra's cultural celebration in Fourways, an exclusive Artist Proof Studio pop-up in Sandton, and Brickfair at Menlyn Park.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTThree ‘isms’ threatening America’s soul
An examination of how isolationism, protectionism, and nativism have repeatedly surfaced across US administrations, challenging democratic values and shifting the global balance of power.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTOil crisis global short
As global oil and diesel shortages persist through 2027, South Africa faces severe economic vulnerability due to depleted fuel reserves, decommissioned refineries, and an impending gas cliff.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTSpeaking up should not be a death sentence
Whistleblowers in South Africa risk their lives and livelihoods to save public funds from corruption. As tragedies mount, the country faces an urgent need to turn legal protection into real cultural defence.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTDeclare infrastructure theft and vandalism as acts of economic terrorism
City Power's acting chief executive warns that rampant copper cable theft and grid vandalism are coordinated economic sabotage that demands a military-grade state response.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTWeylandts’
The With
brings a new bar to Cape Town’s Design Week
Interiors brand Weylandts is expanding into hospitality with The With, an experiential new bar opening on Castle Street during Design Week South Africa.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTBook Review:
Chris Hani: A life of courage and compassion
In 'Chris Hani: A Life of Courage and Compassion', acclaimed author Zakes Mda moves beyond the revolutionary icon to reveal the husband, father, and thinker whose warnings still resonate today.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTWhat if we treated children as agents of change?
A review of Marcus Solomon's history of the South African Children's Movement demonstrates why recognising children as active agents of change remains vital for tackling poverty, education inequality, and social justice today.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTNobel laureate outshines a day of intolerance
Durban-born human rights champion Dr Navanethem 'Navi' Pillay has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, delivering a timely and powerful message of justice, inclusion, and human dignity.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTPresidential privacy obscures Malawi’s public accountability
Malawi’s government has refused to disclose whether public funds paid for five private trips by President Peter Mutharika to South Africa, sparking intense debate over privacy versus public expenditure accountability.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTFrance’s hypocrisy arms Tehran
France’s foreign minister once had no trouble finding words for young people in the street. When Iran’s security forces turned on demonstrators this winter, Jean- Noël Barrot wrote that the “unbearable repression” of a peaceful uprising coul...
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTLet’s make the circle bigger: A just transition for all of South Africa
South Africa's just transition cannot focus solely on coal-dependent communities in Mpumalanga. Decarbonisation, economic resilience, and green industrialisation must span all nine provinces to ensure a truly equitable national transformation.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTDesert charm, billion-rial ambitions
Oman is a country of contrasts, where ancient traditions, dramatic landscapes and warm hospitality meet an ambitious vision for economic transformation.
During my recent visit to the Sultanate, I explored Muscat, Duqm, Nizwa, Al Jabal Al Akhdar, Soh...
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTDo not let AI steal our culture
As South Africa rolls out its National AI Policy Framework, the creative economy must become a key governance priority. Meaningful consent, provenance, and accessible redress are essential to protect artists from digital exploitation.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTAfrica’s AI moment must be more than imported intelligence
Drawing lessons from the continent-wide success of M-Pesa, Africa must design and govern its own artificial intelligence systems to solve real local challenges and keep value within the continent.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTInverroche: The South African gin that travelled beyond Stilbaai
Once mistaken for an imported European spirit, Inverroche gin has grown from a kitchen-table experiment in Stilbaai into a global brand sold in 25 countries, powered by local fynbos, community craftsmanship, and sustainability.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTProfessor is still telling our stories
Kwaito legend Professor reflects on over a decade in the music industry, his latest single 'Iskoqokoqo', and the enduring power of township storytelling in a changing digital landscape.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:58:19 GMT‘We cannot build our way out of failure,’ Ramaphosa says at local government reform launch
President Cyril Ramaphosa has launched the Revised White Paper on Local Government, calling for a bold reset of dysfunctional municipalities and prioritizing infrastructure maintenance over endless new builds.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:14:02 GMTBlack market weight-loss drug sellers are moving fast. SA’s regulators are struggling to keep up
As the demand for weight-loss injections surges, compounded copycats and unlicensed drugs like retatrutide are flooding South Africa's market. Regulators are racing to introduce tighter rules, but enforcement gaps leave consumers at risk.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:42:16 GMTSonke demands ANC action against Gwede Mantashe over sex-for-jobs remarks
Sonke Gender Justice has demanded disciplinary action and an unconditional apology from Mineral and Petroleum Minister Gwede Mantashe following crude remarks regarding sex-for-jobs allegations.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 08:20:28 GMTUS court blocks sanctions on groups assisting ICC Gaza investigation
A US federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration from sanctioning human rights groups that provide evidence to the International Criminal Court regarding alleged war crimes in Gaza.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMTElie Saab brings evening glamour to H&M
Lebanese designer Elie Saab brings his signature sculpted silhouettes and embellished eveningwear to H&M, debuting the anticipated collection ahead of its South African retail launch.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:12:38 GMTMedia wins sight of SSA’s secrecy application in R12 million state capture fraud trial
Media houses have obtained a redacted version of the State Security Agency's application to keep the R12 million fraud and corruption trial of former spies Patrick Mshothola and Thulani Dlomo behind closed doors.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:55:17 GMTUN warns world will exceed 1.5°C global warming target
A new UN report warns that exceeding 1.5°C of global warming is now unavoidable, but aggressive emissions cuts could curb peak temperatures and reverse warming by the century's end.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:00:11 GMTBudget 2026: Godongwana announces R10bn in temporary fuel relief
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has introduced R10 billion in temporary fuel levy relief to ease household pressure, even as National Treasury lowers growth forecasts and warns of short-lived revenue gains.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:25:43 GMTMedia houses oppose closed-door intelligence testimony at Madlanga Commission
Media houses have opposed an application to hear the testimony of acting Nicoc coordinator Ntandazo Sifolo behind closed doors at the Madlanga Commission, citing the public's right to open justice.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:12:50 GMTSactwu calls for ban on Temu and Shein in South Africa
Trade unions Sactwu and Cosatu are calling on the South African government to ban offshore e-commerce giants Shein and Temu to protect thousands of local retail and textile manufacturing jobs.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:01:50 GMTCristiano Ronaldo’s short suspension and £215 fine from the Portuguese FA is a joke
Cristiano Ronaldo received a backdated 30-day ban and a €215 fine after walking out on Portugal's squad, highlighting an uncomfortable conflict between national team discipline and legend status.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:50:43 GMTJohannesburg is a ‘gangster’s paradise’ run by untouchables, says Al Jama-ah mayoral candidate
Al Jama-ah Johannesburg mayoral candidate Ashley Mama has labelled the metro a “gangster’s paradise” run by untouchables, while defending the party's governance record and urging rivals to isolate the DA.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:38:54 GMTLumka Oliphant wins reinstatement, R1.5m back pay in unfair dismissal ruling
The Public Health and Social Development Sectoral Bargaining Council has ruled that Lumka Oliphant was unfairly dismissed, ordering her reinstatement and R1.5 million in back pay.