South Africa Mail & Guardian

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 06:11:53 GMT
Stop shrinking women’s maps in the name of safety
Telling women where they cannot run, walk, or exist is not safety—it is containment. In the wake of recent murders in South Africa, we must confront the perpetrators and broken systems instead of shrinking women's freedoms.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 05:58:40 GMT
ANC-SACP rift spills over into chaotic Cosatu congress
Tensions between the ANC and the SACP have spilled into the Cosatu congress, resulting in heated disputes, leadership stalemates, and the eventual postponement of the conference.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:57:11 GMT
Police confirm recovery of eighth body in Ekurhuleni
Police have confirmed the discovery of an eighth woman’s body in Ekurhuleni, prompting an intensified multi-case investigation and a R400,000 reward for critical information.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:51:34 GMT
Runners honour women killed as Ekurhuleni probe widens
Runners across Gauteng and beyond are taking to the streets dressed in black to honour Elizabeth 'Tsontso' Moselakgomo and demand safety as police investigate the discovery of seven women's bodies in Ekurhuleni.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:19:55 GMT
Number of bodies found in Ekurhuleni reaches seven
South African police have expanded their investigation in Ekurhuleni to seven murders following the discovery and linkage of another woman's body found in Clayville.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:25:41 GMT
Fear on the tracks: Kempton Park killings cast long shadow over women runners nationwide
The discovery of runner Elizabeth Moselakgomo and several other women murdered across Ekurhuleni has left the running community reeling and reignited nationwide fears over women's safety.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:22:17 GMT
As Europe retreats on pesticides, South Africa has a choice
As the European Union reconsiders pesticide safeguards, South Africa has a crucial window to reform its nearly 80-year-old regulatory framework and protect public health and children's development.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:03:48 GMT
Shattering the cycle: Confronting the crisis of gender-based violence
With a woman murdered every three hours in South Africa, the tragic discoveries in Ekurhuleni highlight the urgent need to dismantle systemic failures and confront the deep-rooted crisis of gender-based violence.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:51:27 GMT
The Politics of Fear: What It Means to Be a Woman in South Africa
Living in constant anticipation of violence has become an exhausting norm for South African women. Addressing the femicide crisis requires structural accountability and institutional reform, not just safety tips.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:32:51 GMT
Mkhwanazi denied bail in Mbense murder case, remains behind bars
Julius Mkhwanazi and five co-accused will remain in custody after the Brakpan Magistrate’s Court denied their bail applications in connection with the murder of businessman Emmanuel Mbense.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:36:30 GMT
Majodina apologises after ‘profane’ exchange with Kouga resident
Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina has issued an apology after a video of her swearing at a resident during a community engagement in the Eastern Cape went viral.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:34:00 GMT
WTO caught between flexibility and predictability, says chief economist
The WTO's future hinges on adapting its rules to a multipolar global economy, says chief economist Robert Staiger, warning that systemic fragmentation could drastically cut global GDP.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:01:23 GMT
Sixth woman’s body found in Ekurhuleni as fear grows among residents
A sixth woman's body has been discovered in Ekurhuleni, intensifying fears among residents and prompting widespread calls for increased police presence and visible community safety interventions.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:50:10 GMT
Purpose Trains Performance, Talent Has Somewhere To G o
Talent alone does not guarantee sporting success. North-West University's Centre for Health and Human Performance explains how evidence-based sport science shapes sustainable athletic development.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:47:45 GMT
Independent newsrooms build digital audiences as transformation fund gains momentum
The Digital News Transformation Fund's half-year report reveals how R10.5 million in funding has enabled 21 independent South African newsrooms to launch digital platforms, grow massive audiences, and drive real community change.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:39:00 GMT
Singularity Summit South Africa 2026 unveils full programme of over 40 global speakers
Singularity Summit South Africa 2026 has announced its full speaker line-up and programme, bringing over 40 global innovators to Johannesburg to tackle AI, exponential technologies, and the future of business.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:57:43 GMT
Kruger National Park hero Mpho Mudau relives the day the floods came
When catastrophic floods hit Letaba Rest Camp in the Kruger National Park, hospital services manager Mpho Mudau bravely led life-saving evacuations. Here is how disaster preparedness and infrastructure restoration are helping the park bounce back.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:50:54 GMT
Mkhwanazi granted R10 000 bail in one case but remains in custody while awaiting ruling on murder case
Suspended EMPD deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi has secured R10,000 bail in a blue-lights corruption case, but will stay behind bars pending a bail ruling in the Emmanuel Mbense murder trial.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:58:29 GMT
The numbers are falling but women keep being murdered
Despite a decline in South Africa's overall murder statistics, hundreds of women are still being killed every quarter. Recent tragedies in Kempton Park highlight persistent gaps between government promises and the real-world safety of women.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:52:19 GMT
Dispute resolution, digital trade and small business form key focus for WTO
At the 2026 Public Forum, the World Trade Organisation confronts key challenges, including a stalled dispute-settlement system, the lapse of the digital trade tariff moratorium, and greater inclusion for small businesses.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:16:22 GMT
The Geography of Climate Injustice: From Nepal to Tuvalu
From glacial floods in Nepal to rising oceans in Tuvalu, vulnerable nations are paying the price for a crisis they did not create. Discover why this devastating human toll represents a profound failure of global and corporate governance.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:55:53 GMT
How DXY Trading Costs Work at Exness
Understand the key components of US Dollar Index trading costs, from spreads and commissions to overnight swaps and market execution dynamics.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:49:19 GMT
UK Casino Regulation Is One of the World's Most Watched Models — Here's Why South Africa Is Paying Attention
South Africa's fragmented gambling oversight has struggled to keep pace with rapid digital growth. Policymakers are turning to the UK's centralised, enforcement-heavy model as a potential blueprint for reform.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:34:16 GMT
Elizabeth Moselakgomo remembered as ‘the glue of the family’
The family of Elizabeth "Tsontso" Moselakgomo has positively identified her body following her tragic disappearance in Kempton Park, remembering her as a devoted mother, runner, and the pillar of their family.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:27:36 GMT
Sardine fishery faces possible restrictions as PHV mortality spreads
South Africa’s sardine fishery may face precautionary catch limits as the government investigates widespread sardine deaths linked to pilchard herpesvirus across 2,600km of coastline.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:12:31 GMT
‘It’s here’: South Africa faces potentially record-breaking El Niño
A rapidly intensifying El Niño has arrived and could become one of the strongest on record, bringing extreme heat and dry conditions across South Africa this summer despite existing water and food buffers.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:48:25 GMT
India, South Africa and the BRICS moment: From shared voice to shared power
Beyond diplomatic optics, BRICS is rapidly transforming into a solution-driven economic platform. Here is how India and South Africa are turning shared multilateral ambitions into real industrial, trade, and financial power.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:25:15 GMT
Childbirth abuse is rife. Why don’t we see it?
A landmark survey reveals that nearly 1.8 million women in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal experienced obstetric violence over the past decade. In response, South Africa's health department is launching a new respectful maternity care training course.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:38:37 GMT
This is bigger than the ANC
Beyond the headlines focused on the ANC, the ongoing candidate registration dispute affects 45 political parties and raises critical democratic questions for the Electoral Court to decide.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:17:52 GMT
BRICS carries the work the G20 left behind
As the United States scales back the G20 agenda, BRICS has quietly stepped into the role of caretaker, advancing critical work on climate adaptation, early warning systems, and asset recovery left behind by Western forums.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:08:14 GMT
Sandile Zungu breaks his silence after Safa defeat—“I was rubbed the wrong way”
AmaZulu FC boss Sandile Zungu has broken his silence after losing the SAFA presidential election to Danny Jordaan, claiming the electoral processes were unsatisfactory and that he felt misled.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 06:30:00 GMT
Gauteng and KZN show different faces of South Africa’s violent crime problem
Recent crime statistics highlight the differing nature of violent crime across South Africa, with Gauteng recording the highest number of murders and KwaZulu-Natal leading in reported rape cases.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Can flood survivors’ stories make climate science better?
Across four African countries, the Wema project uses digital storytelling to empower flood and cyclone survivors to turn their traumatic experiences into vital evidence, bridging the gap between climate science and mental health.

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:00:00 GMT
Matriculants, there's a career that need needs you
With university spaces capped and NSFAS shortfalls mounting, artisan careers like toolmaking offer matriculants a paid, viable path into a crucial and high-demand industry.

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:13:43 GMT
Danny Jordaan re-elected SAFA president in chaotic vote against Sandile Zungu
Dr Danny Jordaan has been re-elected as president of the South African Football Association (SAFA), defeating challenger Sandile Zungu by 157 votes to 82 in a tense elective congress in Midrand.

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:10:23 GMT
Ramaphosa puts Gaza at centre of BRICS call for equal justice
At the BRICS summit in New Delhi, President Cyril Ramaphosa called for the equal application of international law, demanding accountability for atrocities in Palestine, Sudan, and Iran, while pressing for urgent UN Security Council reform.

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:28:03 GMT
Türkiye–South Africa Strategic Communication Partnership: Building Resilience in the Age of AI
As artificial intelligence, digital platforms and rapidly evolving technologies reshape the way societies receive and share information, strategic communication is becoming an increasingly important pillar of diplomacy, governance and national resili...

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:07:04 GMT
Two scholars honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award at 2026 NRF Awards
The Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 National Research Foundation (NRF) Awards went to two extraordinary and veteran scholars, Professor Jonathan Jansen and Professor Helen Rees. This accolade is awarded to individuals considered to have made ...

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:39:07 GMT
The 2026 NRF Awards celebrate South Africa’s research and science stars
The 2026 National Research Foundation (https://www.nrf.ac.za/) (NRF) Awards honoured South Africa’s top researchers and scientists at a prestigious ceremony held on Thursday, 3 September 2026, at the Boardwalk Hotel and Casino in Gqeberha, Eastern ...

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 03:00:00 GMT
The long journey is getting harder for the world’s migratory birds
A major new report reveals that nearly half of the world's migratory bird species are declining due to habitat loss, climate change, and human threats along critical flyways.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:45:18 GMT
Ramaphosa warns BRICS against a new raw-material trap for Africa
Speaking at the BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi, President Cyril Ramaphosa urged member nations to direct investments toward local manufacturing and mineral beneficiation rather than trapping Africa in raw material exports.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:25:30 GMT
Unisa puts staff wellness in focus with 4km Health and Wellness Walk
Unisa staff stepped away from their desks for a 4km walk during the annual Health and Wellness Day at the Muckleneuk Campus, highlighting the vital link between employee well-being and institutional success.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:21:43 GMT
Unisa mobilises support to free students from historical debt
More than 6,000 Unisa students who have completed their studies remain unable to graduate due to outstanding fees. The university is rallying alumni, businesses, and donors to raise R47 million to clear this historical debt.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:01:53 GMT
Quiet luxury with purpose: How a former principal built Avela Lodge & Spa
Former school principal Lindiwe Ginya has built Avela Lodge & Spa in the Magaliesberg, transforming a vision for educational retreats into a thriving sanctuary of purpose-driven African luxury.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:08:28 GMT
Ten years in, Netflix announces new expansive slate for the rest of 2026
Netflix marks a decade in South Africa with an expansive new slate of local films and series, showcasing the growth and global reach of the country's storytelling.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:51:31 GMT
“Without medicine, what can the doctor do?”
Devastating global cuts to humanitarian aid have forced widespread clinic closures across Sudan, leaving millions without access to basic medicine, vaccines, and essential healthcare amid ongoing conflict.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:40:31 GMT
Women need more than a seat at the table
Beyond mere representation, the Standard Bank Top Women Conference in Sandton highlighted why women in business need real decision-making power, active sponsorship, and economic inclusion.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:31:41 GMT
Nomfundo Xaluva-Dyantyis knows the value of owning her music
Jazz musician and scholar Nomfundo Xaluva-Dyantis discusses her latest album Ndilapha, creative autonomy, the realities of music streaming, and the importance of business literacy for women in music.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:27:46 GMT
Brown Mogotsi back in court as State continues to oppose bail
Businessman Brown Mogotsi remains in custody as the State continues cross-examining him in the Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court during his latest bid for bail on new facts.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:19:25 GMT
Matlala trial turns to evidence on Kekana’s arrest
State witness Sergeant Mayisela Ledwaba has taken the stand in the Johannesburg High Court as the trial-within-a-trial continues into the legality of alleged hitman Musa Kekana's arrest in the Cat Matlala case.

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