The presence of wealthy Westerners continues to be interpreted as validation, and poor African migration as contamination. This is colonial residue masquerading as nationalism.

The Ukrainian foreign minister highlights the shifting dynamics of the war, emphasising the role of drone technology while urging African nations to resist Russian recruiting efforts.

A recent parliamentary reply from Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube reveals a stark reality: just 761 social services professionals are left to cover South Africa’s entire public education sector, with further expansion blocked by tight budget caps. Compounding this financial freeze, critical regulations to formalise school social work have been stalled in administrative limbo since...

After officials prepared for a ministerial visit to address dire issues at Greenville Primary School, Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube was a no-show, deepening concerns about the school’s neglect.

As Nelson Mandela Bay rolls out smart geyser technology, readers raised questions about what it means for households, particularly those with solar power or alternative heating systems. We asked the company behind the Tjommie device to respond to the most common concerns.

Political party donor declarations to the IEC show the deep pockets behind sudden funding surges, with the DA the clear leader.

As natural outbreaks, laboratory accidents and the deliberate misuse of biological agents converge into an increasingly complex threat environment, Africa’s ability to prevent, detect and respond will depend on a sustained investment in the people capable of doing so.

The healthcare system and deep-rooted societal stigma are failing patients.

The imperative to adapt to climate change offers governments a historic opportunity to leapfrog development and financing deficits to upgrade marginalised communities using alternative approaches.

When you understand why we have policies, it’s a lot easier to see the intrinsic tension between those who swear by them and those who curse their very existence.

As the world marks World No Tobacco Day on May 31, South Africa continues to buck the global trend as the number of smokers increases and as many as two-thirds of high school learners may already be seriously dependent on nicotine.

You would have to be completely stoned if you have not noticed the proliferation of retail cannabis outlets — usually in the guise of ‘clubs’ in the face of legal uncertainty — that have sprung up in South Africa in recent years, including in the ubiquitous malls.

As SpaceX prepares for its historic IPO, concerns mount over changes to index rules that could jeopardise investor interests and market integrity.

Pepkor and Lewis are showing investors that South African retailers can still grow by turning store networks into service engines. Their share prices remain bruised, but solid earnings, dividends and financial services growth suggest patient stock pickers may find value.

The Stormers and Bulls both face away United Rugby Championship semifinals next week, but there is bleak news for the Springboks.

Sinkholes are collapsing major arterial roads, opening inside upmarket residential estates and even beneath shops and factories as illegal miners tunnel under Johannesburg, forcing businesses and residents to spend small fortunes on emergency repairs and temporary infrastructure just to keep operating.

A VW-backed business incubator has helped 178 entrepreneurs build sustainable enterprises over the past 15 years, generating R733-million for the Eastern Cape economy.