South Africa Mail & Guardian

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000
I finally took a tour of Ponte
The city landmark is not just a story about urban decay. It is also about what happens when a city loses control and what it takes to get that back

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000
Jozi My Jozi: How civic action is restoring pride in Joburg
From solar streetlights to community events, Jozi My Jozi is revitalising the inner city through practical civic projects that inspire hope and reignite pride

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Spore secrets: African ‘magic mushroom’ finally reveals its origins
Africa may be the birthplace of the world’s most popular magic mushroom. Scientists have identified Psilocybe ochraceocentrata, a potent psychedelic cousin of Psilocybe cubensis, growing on grasslands and cattle dung in SA and Zimbabwe

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 12:41:47 +0000
Southern Africa plans stronger transmission networks and renewable investment
Energy leaders gathered in Lusaka this week for a high-level Southern African Power Pool meeting, emphasising regional cooperation, stronger transmission networks, and investment in renewable energy to meet rising electricity demand

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 12:07:03 +0000
Mashatile honours Mosiuoa Lekota as a giant who carried the torch of freedom
Known for speaking truth to power, Lekota’s contributions to democracy, education and social development have left an indelible mark on South Africa’s journey toward equality and dignity for all citizens

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 09:13:19 +0000
Mourners gather in Bloemfontein to honour struggle veteran Mosiuoa Lekota
Political leaders and mourners gather in Bloemfontein to honour Mosiuoa Lekota, remembered for fierce convictions, humility, and a lifelong commitment to ordinary South Africans

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 07:34:00 +0000
Justice cannot be optional: Why access to justice for women and girls is the foundation of equality
Around the world, women continue to face structural barriers in accessing justice systems that are often expensive, complex, slow and, at times, retraumatising

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Merafong’s energy poverty crisis deepens
Under prepaid metering systems, customers must pay upfront for electricity before they can use it

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 03:28:00 +0000
World war of economics
An interconnected world has rendered us interdependent but also vulnerable to shock across economic geographies, forcing distinct national responses

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Top pupils get wings to help SA soar
Through the NSTF Brilliants Programme, a group of top maths and science learners are becoming tomorrow’s problem-solvers, innovators and leaders

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