MONDAY, 06 APRIL 2026, 14:54
Stephen Lewis (11 November 1937 – 31 March 2026): Canadian diplomat, politician and social activist who became one of Africa’s most eloquent foreign champions in its dimmest hour, confronting Aids denialism, championing grandmothers and fighting relentlessly for the rights of women.
As war, climate change and economic pressures fuel my anxiety, I rediscover faith and hope that a message of compassion will spread around the globe.
April is regarded as a start of a new financial year for many companies, and Kaizer Chiefs have taken full advantage of it 😉
The Proteas Women face a long road to the World Cup if they replicate the inconsistent, out-of-rhythm performances that defined their series against New Zealand.
The JSE has welcomed its new CEO, Valdene Reddy, who has now officially taken the reins from Leila Fourie.
Israel’s emergency medical service said 14 people, including an 11-year-old girl, were wounded during a missile attack that the military blamed on Iran, and police said caused damage at several sites.
Alongside headline entertainment, the Rand Show is opening a window into the future, providing all South Africans a space to learn, explore and discover how technology and gaming are shaping everyday life, education and opportunity
Chery aims to begin production by the end of 2027 at the South African plant it is acquiring from Nissan, where it also plans to make electrified vehicles.
The SAHRC heard submissions in March about the food security crisis in South Africa, with the Universal Basic Income Coalition submitting that it would like to see the SRD grant transferred to a universal basic income grant. This is in light of the SRD grant only reaching half of those who live below the food poverty line, and it’s value being outstripped by the cost of living.
Nut exports from South African markets grow as global demand rises, with some popular myths around certain nuts busted.
A leading carmaker says it will inject R10.4 billion into KwaZulu-Natal, as President Cyril Ramaphosa hails a new phase of economic growth.
Thirty years after democracy, the Ingonyama Trust continues to govern nearly three million hectares in KwaZulu-Natal through a system born of political compromise, leaving millions of South Africans trapped under leases that disregard customary rights and constitutional principles. The trust’s opaque operations, gendered injustices and links to violence reveal an urgent need for reform that...
Crafted around a bird theme, South Africa’s economy faces a crucial choice: 3% growth (African Fish Eagle), a lost decade (Marabou Stork), or low growth (Hadeda). Domestic reform delivery is key to escaping the most likely, complacent Hadeda scenario.
Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi has met the South African Medical Association – one of the organisations taking him to court about the National Health Insurance Act – to talk about ‘things we have in common’. President Cyril Ramaphosa is also planning to meet Business Unity South Africa, again, after a 2024 meeting, in which they discussed alternatives to the NHI.
Minister of Social Development Sisisi Tolashe was forced to retract a DG vacancy post she defended after President Cyril Ramaphosa clarified that the power to appoint someone in the position lay with him
Eskom has made significant headway in improving its financial standing, but major risks threaten to derail the utility’s progress if left unaddressed.
Tygerberg Children’s Choir ranks among the world’s best, with global titles, royal performances, and a legacy of excellence.
For nearly two decades, the Bombela Concession Company has had the immense privilege of moving the people of Gauteng. As our 19.5-year Concession Agreement draws to a close on 27 March 2026, we reflect on an incredible journey. We aren’t simply handing back a transit system; we are proudly delivering one of South Africa’s most […]
At just 20 years old, Mbalenhle Mkhatshwa, a final-year psychology student with a passion for dance and a heart for change, has turned her dreams into something meaningful for young aspiring ballerinas in Tembisa