South Africa Mail & Guardian
Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:25:38 GMTJordaan fraud case back in court amid delay fight
SAFA president Danny Jordaan and his co-accused return to the Palm Ridge Specialised Commercial Crimes Court as the state pushes to advance the protracted R1 million fraud and theft case to trial.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:41:46 GMTThe Invisible Workload: How Women’s Many Roles Impact Career Advancement and How Technology Can Help
Beyond workplace bias, the invisible mental and logistical load of caregiving holds women back from senior leadership and entrepreneurial growth. Here is how technology and structural reform can help.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:40:06 GMTMatlala denies improper links to former KZN Hawks head Senona
Businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala told the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry that his relationship with former KwaZulu-Natal Hawks head Lesetja Senona was strictly 'brotherly', denying allegations of corrupt dealings.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:37:28 GMTAccountable to no one - SAFA’s governance failures are stalling Bafana’s new era
Parliamentary tensions erupt as Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie demands the return of R30-million in VAR funds from SAFA while slamming wage disparity in negotiations for new Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:28:44 GMTTiny bees, big job: tracking pesticide pollution in Africa’s water
Researchers at the University of Pretoria propose using honey bees as low-cost bioindicators to detect pesticide pollution in sub-Saharan Africa's water, addressing critical gaps in environmental monitoring.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:27:32 GMTThe IDC-Vision sweet deal deserves scrutiny, not scorn
An examination of the IDC's equity partnership with Vision Sugar Group in Tongaat Hulett reveals a strategic pan-African deal that converted distressed debt into productive ownership while safeguarding 250,000 livelihoods.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:50:14 GMTCash-strapped spurges million pursuing reinstated official
The cash-strapped Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipality (NMMDM) has been accused of abusing its limited financial resources by pursuing a legal matter against Democratic Alliance councillor Cornél Dreyer following his recent reinstatement as cha...
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:24:35 GMTThe inclusion paradox: Why the representation of women in academia is not enough
Achieving gender equality in academia requires far more than meeting quotas. From the motherhood penalty to the 'inclusion tax', structural barriers continue to push talented women out of universities.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:02:01 GMTUWC honours Advocate Adila Hassim SC for a career fighting for those with the least power
The University of the Western Cape is conferring an honorary doctorate on Advocate Adila Hassim SC, honouring her career in public interest litigation, human rights advocacy, and representation at the ICJ.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:40:57 GMTDolly Parton, country music legend, dies at 80
Country music icon and global philanthropist Dolly Parton has died in Nashville at the age of 80 following a brief battle with cancer.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:37:56 GMTSalif Keita cancels SA performance in response to xenophobic violence
Acclaimed Malian musician Salif Keita has announced the cancellation of all future South African performances in protest against recent waves of xenophobic violence across the country.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:33:30 GMTA tribute to Dolly Parton: The voice that bridged worlds and touched hearts forever
Country music icon, songwriter, and philanthropist Dolly Parton has passed away at the age of 80, leaving behind a globally cherished legacy and a special bond with South Africa.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:36:34 GMTANC Eastern Cape crisis deepens: Members demand NEC halt councillor list as IEC deadlines looms
Disgruntled ANC members in the Eastern Cape have threatened legal action against the party's NEC, demanding a halt to the councillor candidate list finalisation amid rising internal conflict and MK Party pressure.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:34:59 GMTBrown Mogotsi allegedly planned to disguise himself as a correctional officer and escape
The state has alleged that self-described political fixer Brown Mogotsi planned to disguise himself as a correctional officer to escape from the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court during his fourth bail bid.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:04:53 GMTMatlala denies links to alleged Big Five cartel leaders Msibi and Motsumi
Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala has denied having close ties to alleged Big Five cartel leaders Jotham Msibi and Steven Motsumi, despite WhatsApp records presented at the Madlanga Commission showing discussions over aircraft purchases and business venture...
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:16:34 GMTThe One Thing the SADC Summit Should Have Put at the Top of the Agenda Was Small Business
While high-level summits focus on grand declarations, Southern Africa’s industrial future depends on small and medium enterprises. Unlocking regional value chains and empowering SMEs to trade across borders is the real key to economic resilience.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:21:17 GMTThe first generic weight loss drug hit SA in August — with many expected to follow. Will it be enough to kill the black market?
As patents expire, generic versions of blockbuster weight-loss and diabetes drugs like Ozempic arrive in South Africa. But will price drops be enough to end the dangerous black market and grant access to the public health sector?
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:05:58 GMTCat Matlala admits connection to Hangwani Maumela
Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala has admitted to the Madlanga Commission that he partnered with Hangwani Morgan Maumela, a key figure in the R820m Tembisa Hospital procurement scandal, to secure medical supply contracts from the Gauteng Department of Healt...
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:59:30 GMTJudge the election, not the winner
Treating incumbent victories with automatic suspicion and opposition wins as proof of fairness is flawed. African elections must be judged on process and evidence, not just the outcome.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:23:41 GMTSouth Africans fight back as spam calls surge past 17bn
Despite a massive surge in AI-driven scam calls exceeding 17 billion in South Africa, citizens are fighting back by answering fewer unknown numbers as new regulations and opt-out registries loom.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 08:45:55 GMTLevelling the STEM Playing Field: Two New Science Teaching and Learning Centres Open in Cape Town
Two new Science Teaching and Learning Centres have opened at John Pama Primary in Nyanga and Heinz Park Primary in Philippi, boosting STEM education and teacher training across under-resourced Western Cape schools.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 08:38:37 GMTCrowned in greatness: A night of South African sporting glory at the 19th SA Sport Awards
The 19th South African Sport Awards celebrated the nation's finest athletes, coaches, and administrators at Sun City, with sprinter Akani Simbine and the Proteas Men's Test team taking top honours.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:59:05 GMTUnemployment is no reason for the youth to abandon mother body, says ANCYL
ANC Youth League secretary general Tsakani Shiviti urges young South Africans not to turn away from the party in the upcoming elections, arguing that the ANC remains vital for driving strategic policies, education, and youth empowerment.
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:52:43 GMTMatlala remains mum on police connections
Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala has refused to answer questions regarding his ties to top SAPS officials and pending IDAC investigations, asserting his right against self-incrimination.
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:33:16 GMTAfrican universities must place community engagement at the centre
African and South African universities face a deepening crisis of legitimacy. To rebuild democratic purpose, institutions must move community engagement from the margins to the core of knowledge production and learning.
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:16:29 GMTMatlala threatens to walk out of Madlanga as lead counsel falls ill
Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala has threatened to approach the courts to halt his testimony before the Madlanga Commission after his senior counsel, Annalise van den Heever, fell ill and could not attend Monday’s proceedings.
Matlala told the commissio...
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:43:19 GMTSardine deaths along Cape coast: PHV detected as Koeberg Unit 1 cuts power
Pilchard herpesvirus is emerging as the prime suspect in the mass mortality of sardines along the Cape coast, an incident that prompted beach clean-ups and forced Eskom's Koeberg station to reduce power output.
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:36:17 GMTSouth African Arts honoured at the National Arts and Culture Awards
The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture celebrated South Africa's top creative talent at the 2026 National Arts and Culture Awards (NACA) held at Sun City Resort, honouring competitive winners across six disciplines alongside legendary cultural ico...
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:28:30 GMTJustice Minister Lamola Applauded for TRC Cases Role
Former Justice Minister Ronald Lamola testified at the TRC Cases Inquiry, addressing progress made in prosecuting apartheid-era crimes, budget constraints, and the decentralisation of investigations.
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:08:44 GMTWarrant issued for Jub Jub after missed court appearance
A warrant of arrest has been issued for TV presenter Molemo 'Jub Jub' Maarohanye after he missed his appearance at the Germiston Magistrate's Court.
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:00:42 GMT70 years after the Women’s March, the baton is still being passed
Decades after the historic 1956 Women's March, prominent South African women leaders from across generations gathered to reflect on the ongoing journey from political protest to boardroom power, stressing that leadership is about creating pathways fo...
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMTThe missing piece in climate change? Scientists say it could be wind
University of Pretoria researchers on Marion Island have found that shifting wind patterns, often overlooked in climate models, play a crucial role in shaping sub-Antarctic vegetation and seabird behaviour.
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT‘Young Leagues are irrelevant’
Popcru president Thulani Ngwenya has questioned the relevance of the ANC Youth League and the Young Communist League, labelling leaders who fail to challenge the status quo as 'factory faults'.
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMTAfter 8 Sistahood: reclaiming nights and feminist joy in segregated cities
What began as a response to gendered fear in Cape Town has become the After 8 Sistahood—a movement transforming public spaces, confronting spatial apartheid, and asserting women's right to safety, solidarity, and joy.
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMTWe Will Read Professor Jason Arday’s work Into Eternity: Remembering a Scholar Who Refused the Limits of Empire
The passing of Cambridge sociologist Professor Jason Arday marks the loss of an intellectual force who challenged colonial epistemologies and championed Black radical scholarship across the globe.
Sun, 23 Aug 2026 21:00:28 GMTSA’s captive lion industry remains legal despite years of promises to phase it out, say animal welfare groups
Despite years of government commitments, parliamentary reviews and expert panels, South Africa’s commercial captive lion breeding industry remains operational as conservation groups urge immediate action to enforce a phase-out.
Sun, 23 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMTZolani “Last Born” Tete: A Champion Who Fought for More Than Belts
Former two-weight world champion and world-record holder Zolani “Last Born” Tete leaves behind a lasting legacy in South African boxing following his tragic passing at 38.
Sun, 23 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMTClement Manyathela returns to Vaalbank to open pathways for rural learners
Broadcaster Clement Manyathela has launched a foundation at his former school in Vaalbank, offering psychosocial support, career guidance, and mentorship to empower rural learners.
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 03:00:00 GMTThe man who dreamt up Century City
Martin Wragge, a South African property developer, is the enigmatic force behind some of Cape Town's most iconic developments, including Century City, Canal Walk Shopping Centre, and Ratanga Junction. Despite his significant impact, little is widely ...
Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:09:00 GMTStar-studded field and R50m upgrade set stage for 2026 Nedbank Golf Challenge
The Nedbank Golf Challenge returns to Sun City with a star-studded field, a $6 million purse, and a massive R50 million upgrade to the historic Gary Player Country Club.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:02:16 GMTKhumalo and Crime Intelligence co-accused cleared as NPA withdraws charges
The National Prosecuting Authority has unconditionally withdrawn all fraud and corruption charges against Crime Intelligence head Dumisani Khumalo and six top officials.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:55:51 GMTSlum Village are heading to SA for the Back to the City International Festival
Iconic Detroit hip-hop group Slum Village is set to perform at Johannesburg's Back to the City International Festival, bringing the legendary sound of J Dilla and T3 to South African fans.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:48:51 GMTANC-SACP rift widens
As tensions rise between the SACP and the ANC ahead of local government elections, SACP general secretary Solly Mapaila has strongly criticised the governing party's neoliberal policies and coalition governance, though analysts view the rift as recur...
Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:28:52 GMTSouth Africa’s tourism industry is going digital. Can its businesses keep up?
South Africa is placing digital technology at the heart of its tourism growth strategy, as highlighted by Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille at the launch of Tourism Month 2026 in Durban. The country aims to leverage platforms like TikTok to attract ...
Fri, 21 Aug 2026 06:50:36 GMTNWU brings academic expertise together for local development in the Vaal River corridor
North-West University's bhive Enterprise Development Centre is partnering with Pont de Val and regional stakeholders to foster inclusive tourism, practical skills training, and economic growth along the Vaal River corridor, addressing local developme...
Fri, 21 Aug 2026 06:38:21 GMTWho pays when music is ‘free’? The growing cost of digital piracy
While technology has transformed how we discover and enjoy music, it has also created new challenges for protecting the rights and livelihoods of the people who create it. At a time when Africa's music industry is enjoying unprecedented global recogn...
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:10:00 GMTMK Party takes aim at ANC stronghold
The uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MK Party) is strategically targeting the Eastern Cape, a traditional ANC stronghold, to weaken the governing party and reduce its national support by the 2029 elections. This move capitalizes on the ANC's ongoing leadershi...
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:07:00 GMTHow the commission nailed Adams
National Coloured Congress MP Fadiel Adams has denied that suspended police minister Senzo Mchunu influenced his decision to lay fraud and corruption charges against crime intelligence officials. Questions have been raised about Adams's rapid actions...
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:05:00 GMTRowlene is figuring out which strings to keep attached
South African R&B singer-songwriter Rowlene releases her new album, Some Strings Attached, a collection of ballads exploring relationships with lovers, friends, family, and fans. She discusses her journey to independence and finding her unique voice.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:05:00 GMTWhen inclusion becomes a headline
Professor Jason Arday's story highlights the urgent need to address neurodiversity in South Africa. This article explores how our education systems and workplaces may be overlooking talented individuals whose abilities don't conform to conventional e...