Moon-bound again: How our world has changed since Apollo
As Artemis II readies to circle the moon, we reflect on how global audiences now experience spaceflight differently from Apollo.
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Fatoumata Diawara channels ancestry and activism in Cape Town
Blending Malian heritage with high-energy pop, Fatoumata Diawara used the CTIJF stage to honour her roots and confront FGM, proving that heritage and modern activism are inseparable
How onerous paperwork, high costs burden bereaved families
Family’s funeral policy struggles show how death has been commercialised in SA
Six decades In, Goodman Gallery reflects on its role in art and society
Liza Essers reflects on Goodman Gallery’s legacy, its global ambitions and the challenges of sustaining a space for art, conversation and community
JOVIAL RANTAO| Presidency on course to make corruption structurally harder
Over 12,000 dismissed or delinquent officials are now on the register, and no government department can appoint anyone without checking it first.
Inside ‘Mgidi Moms’: Where tradition, love and celebration meet
From initiation to homecoming, Mzansi Magic’s bold new reality show explores family, identity and Xhosa heritage
Zwane confident Casric have strength for league-cup double
Casric can make history should they win both the Nedbank and MFC titles this season. They are in the semifinal of the knockout competition, where they will face Durban City at Chatsworth Stadium on Saturday at 3pm, while they have a chance of winning prom
SOWETAN | Saving lives must be our priority this Easter
The Easter period is traditionally a time for rest, reflection and renewal. For many, it offers a welcome break from the pressures of work and daily routines.
Gospel singer Konese spreads Easter hope
The Lesotho-born gospel singer invites believers to reflect and find renewal through his Easter event, The Rise.
Nathan’s son joins dad’s boxing empire
Nathan has announced that his 20-year-old son, Daniel, renewed his manager’s lisence with Boxing South Africa.“I feel that the time has come to possibly bring someone who can help me with fighter relations,” said 48 year old Nathan who doubles up as a tr
News24 | NASA astronauts launch to the moon in mission ‘for all humanity’
Four astronauts blasted off from Florida on NASA’s Artemis II mission, a high-stakes voyage around the moon that marks the United States’ boldest step yet toward returning humans to the lunar surface later this decade in a race with China.
WATCH | In prime-time address, Trump tells wary public Iran goals nearly achieved
US President Donald Trump says the US is “very close” to achieving its military objectives in Iran, but stops short of outlining a clear exit plan
Australia to offer businesses $693 million in cheap loans to ease fuel cost pressure
SYDNEY, April 2 (Reuters) – Australia will provide up to A$1 billion ($693 million) in interest-free loans to critical businesses, including transport operators and fertiliser producers, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will say on Thursday, as they grapple with surging fuel costs.
NASA launches four astronauts on world’s first crewed lunar mission in half a century
CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida, April 1 (Reuters) – Four astronauts blasted off from Florida on Wednesday on NASA’s Artemis II mission, a high-stakes voyage around the moon that marks the United States’ boldest step yet toward returning humans to the lunar surface later this decade in a race with China.
INVESTIGATION: EXCLUSIVE: The mystery of Minister Sisisi Tolashe’s missing SUVs
Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe told Parliament in February that she received two luxury SUVs as donations for the ANC Women’s League. Just one problem: the ANC doesn’t seem to know what she’s talking about.
Letter to God of war
An unflinching letter to God that wrestles with the visibility of suffering and the uneasy distance between those who endure war and those who witness it
The Easter hope: A personal testimony
Good Friday is the moment when Christ, in his pain, identifies with the pains of the people and atones for our sins
The Abrahamic Family House and the fragility of coexistence
In Abu Dhabi, a space built for coexistence raises difficult questions about religion, power and the violence unfolding across the region
Only God can save municipalities as collapse deepens
With only 16% of municipalities passing audits, South Africans face failing water systems, roads and governance. The coming elections test not only politics but morality, highlighting a growing call for divine restoration
Feast of the Resurrection for our times
One dares not remain silent in the face of the intolerable dehumanisation and genocide of the people of Palestine, which has led us to the brink of a world war. Nor should men and women of faith remain silent as truth is distorted to advance the purposes of the powerful
Hindus also mark Christian piety
As South Africa enters the solemn rhythm of the Easter long weekend, Hindus will prepare to join a deeply spiritual, multicultural nation in a shared period of prayer, reflection and renewal