Drawing inspiration from the Setswana proverb 'Le ojwa le sale metsi' (clay is moulded while it is wet), this article argues for the early cultivation of character, confidence, curiosity, and courage in children. It emphasizes that true leadership an...

Last week, Thabo Mbeki stood before the Thabo Mbeki Foundation's African Renaissance Podcast Seminar and said something the ANC has been saying, in one form or another, for fifty-seven years: "National democratic revolution is about two things. It's ...

As debates around urban belonging continue, a Johannesburg arts project, Hey Hillbrow! Let's Dlala!, responds with song, costume, and collective imagination. On 8 August, over 350 children will fill Hillbrow's streets dressed as birds for its seventh...

A bad smell in your car can be a major turn-off for potential buyers and make your daily commute unpleasant. This guide identifies 10 common car odors, explains what they signify, and provides practical steps to eliminate them, from cigarette smoke t...

The newly established Strategic Presidential Team of the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has cautioned its MP, Mzwanele Manyi, against engaging with the media without prior authorisation. Manyi, also the spokesperson for the Jacob Zuma Foundation, is rem...

Former Independent Directorate Against Corruption (Idac) head Andrea Johnson repeatedly referred questions about evidence against Crime Intelligence head Dumisani Khumalo to senior investigator Dylan Perumal. Johnson told the Madlanga Commission that...

Knockturnal, a wholly black-owned South African technology company, is set to launch Hlokomela, an AI-assisted digital health platform. Founded by software engineer Moses Tjege, the platform aims to simplify finding healthcare providers and booking a...

Huawei South Africa's Kui Zheng predicts AI could contribute up to R1.4 trillion to the country's economy and create 400,000 jobs by 2030. Discussions at South Africa Connect 2026 highlighted challenges and the crucial role of digital infrastructure ...

Explore how contemporary African artists, writers, and filmmakers are challenging stereotypes and giving a voice to marginalised communities, fostering empathy and driving social change across the continent.

African economies face significantly higher commercial borrowing rates compared to developed nations, hindering growth and investment. However, a new approach is emerging from within Africa, with leaders and institutions actively creating conditions ...

For the first time, Merck has granted generic manufacturers, including three African companies, permission to produce an investigational monthly HIV prevention pill, alimatravir, before its final studies are complete. This move aims to accelerate acc...

As the 26th International Aids Conference convenes, this article draws parallels between the HIV response and the emerging obesity crisis in South Africa. It highlights how stigma, funding cuts, and access to treatment remain critical challenges, urg...

Andrea Johnson, head of the Independent Directorate Against Corruption (Idac), has resigned to avoid a costly inquiry into her fitness to hold office. Her resignation, accepted by President Cyril Ramaphosa, comes amidst mounting allegations at the Ma...

A bad smell in your car can be a major red flag for potential buyers and make your daily commute unpleasant. This guide walks you through the 10 most common bad car smells, explains what they mean, and provides solutions to get rid of them, from simp...

Digital protection is crucial for South African businesses. Learn how to implement cybersecurity best practices to defend against escalating cyber threats like phishing and ransomware, ensuring stability and POPIA compliance for your small or medium ...

The family dog has moved from a kitchen basket to a custom-designed room, complete with tiled floors and a spa. This isn't just a luxury; it's 'Barkitecture', a full-blown design movement influencing how architects and property developers plan homes,...

The Department of Employment and Labour has launched an investigation and issued a prohibition notice after a fire at Sasol's Sasolburg polyethylene plant injured three contractor employees, one of whom remains in intensive care.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has secured an interim interdict from the Western Cape High Court, preventing Parliament's Section 89 impeachment committee from proceeding with public hearings while he challenges the legality of the independent panel repor...

uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party president Jacob Zuma has taken charge of the party's finances, revoking all signing authority from officials, including the treasurer-general and secretary-general. This decision, communicated in a letter dated 23 July, fo...

In a media landscape often criticised for its misrepresentation of Black women and girls, Sandulela Asanda's debut feature, 'Black Burns Fast', emerges as a refreshing coming-of-age romance. Set in a prestigious boarding school, the film follows 17-y...

South Africans watched as corporate captures and systemic greed were exposed by commissions like Zondo and Madlanga. Years later, the question remains: what did we truly gain from these multi-billion-rand inquiries, and has it led to justice?

Public Investment Corporation (PIC) chairperson David Masondo has resigned as Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana prepares a sweeping overhaul of the board of Africa's largest asset manager. Deputy Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Zuko Godlimpi...

After more than a decade as a pioneering content creator in fashion, Sarah Langa is now making waves in interior design. She's drawing on local materials, traditional craftsmanship, and cherished memories to forge an authentically African design phil...

Retired deputy chief justice Dikgang Moseneke's family-owned property company, Encha Properties, faces a potential R50 million payout to Firstmile Properties to buy out a minority equity stake. This follows a nearly two-decade-long shareholding dispu...

Christopher Nolan's latest film, 'The Odyssey', transforms an ancient myth into a timely exploration of war, xenophobia, and the internal struggles of its protagonists. Discover how Nolan uses this epic to deliver a powerful message about the consequ...

A deepening rift within the Black Management Forum (BMF) sees its board, led by president Mpho Motsei, heading to the Gauteng High Court. The BMF accuses a faction aligned with Mzwanele Manyi of operating an "unlawful parallel BMF board" and disrupti...

Explore 'Izithukuthuku: The Tattered Soul of the Worker', a powerful dance theatre production that uses isiPantsula to critique the violence of capitalism and the emotional toll of labour, drawing inspiration from events like the Marikana massacre an...

The Department of Social Development (DSD) is under scrutiny for spending over R670 000 on hotel accommodation for its chief director of communications, Sandy Godlwana, during her acting tenure. This expenditure, linked to her transfer from KwaZulu-N...

Following the global success of Sue Nyathi's 'The Polygamist' on Netflix, Zimbabweans are calling for more local novels to be adapted for screen. However, industry players caution that turning literary works into film or television hits involves sign...

Johannesburg's cultural calendar is packed with must-see events! The TX Theatre Hub Festival returns to The Market Theatre with award-winning productions, music legend Vusi Mahlasela headlines Jazz at Jozi Gold, and Amy Jephta's acclaimed satire 'A G...

Head of the Independent Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) Andrea Johnson has conceded that her office received a complaint from National Coloured Congress MP Fadiel Adams, contradicting evidence she previously gave to Parliament's ad hoc committe...

Former senior executives from the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and former Ministers of Justice and Constitutional Development appeared before the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Cases Inquiry in Johannesburg, facing interrogation ov...

While fewer children attending low-income schools in Gauteng are suffering from the long-term effects of chronic malnutrition, many more are going hungry in the short term as rising food prices and economic hardship squeeze already struggling househo...

Scientists are warning South Africa to prepare for an unusually early and strengthening El Niño that is likely to bring hotter-than-normal conditions and raise the risk of a drier summer, with climate models indicating it could become one of the str...

Jaecoo's new J5 BEV is poised to disrupt the South African electric vehicle market, offering a compelling middle ground between basic city hatchbacks and expensive mid-size crossovers. Priced at R549,900, this family-friendly SUV boasts practical fea...

Budget-friendly automatic cars in South Africa often mean sluggish acceleration and frustrating drives. But the new Changan Alsvin 1.5 CE Auto defies expectations, delivering a surprisingly sprightly and responsive experience that punches well above ...

The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) is facing its most serious governance crisis, with the suspension of its chief executive, board resignations, and allegations of political interference. This crisis threatens the R3 trillion in retirement savin...

The debate around land reform in South Africa often focuses on statistics, but the true measure of success lies in whether land is restored with dignity, activated productively, and used to unlock meaningful social and economic transformation.

The contentious debate around semaglutide in South African healthcare extends beyond its use for obesity and type 2 diabetes, exposing deep-seated issues of access, affordability, regulation, and the pharmaceutical industry's role. At its core, the d...

The BBC's coverage of the Women's Tennis Association's new genetic sex testing policy, using visuals of a black woman's hand, highlights a pattern where stories about fairness in women's categories often visually centre athletes of African descent. T...

Every election, South Africans are promised better healthcare. Yet by the time many patients reach a public hospital, the system has often already begun to fail them—not only inside overcrowded wards but long before they arrive. The recent findings...

The South African Constitution champions a government based on the will of the people, expressed through citizen participation in elections. However, recent protests against illegal immigration and the government's response reveal a dysfunctional dem...

The global artificial intelligence landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, moving away from restrictive, exclusionary models towards a collaborative, inclusive architecture designed to empower the Global South. The establishment of the Wor...

Our US correspondent recounts a chaotic 250th birthday celebration in Washington D.C., where a quest to see the Declaration of Independence and attend the national parade turned into a series of frustrating queues, cancelled events, and a reflection ...

South Africa's debate on undocumented migration often focuses on border control and job competition. This article argues that migration is a symptom of deeper issues, highlighting how poor governance prevents resource-rich African nations from achiev...

Public Investment Corporation (PIC) chairperson David Masondo has resigned, becoming the latest senior casualty of the governance crisis engulfing South Africa's largest asset manager, while warning that key investigations into the corporation must n...

With the South African Football Association (SAFA) presidential elections a month away, campaigners for businessman and football boss Sandile Zungu assert his leadership will transform the country's football economy and revitalise neglected lower-tie...

While lions, elephants and rhinos dominate conservation headlines, cheetahs have been quietly disappearing from Africa’s landscapes. Now, six South African cheetahs have been moved to Zambia in an ambitious bid to restore the species to Zambia’s ...

For decades, Black South Africans and African foreign nationals have built communities together, a historical reality that challenges narratives of inherent xenophobia. However, a widening gap between public experience and discourse, coupled with dec...

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is considering expanding the FIFA World Cup to 64 teams for the 2030 centenary tournament, a move that has sparked significant debate among continental confederations regarding inclusivity, quality, and player welfare....