Ramaphosa finally picks new South African ambassador to United States
DIRCO’s Zane Dangor confirms President Cyril Ramaphosa has chosen a new ambassador to the US, to help mend strained relations with Washington.
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SPOTLIGHT: Survival over compliance drives nurses into the shadows of an unworkable moonlighting system
The Department of Health allows some public sector doctors and nurses to moonlight in the private sector, but the relevant policy and its implementation caused much controversy over the years. Set against the wider management dysfunction in several provincial health departments, the issue is now coming to a head.
Universities must confront the shadow of institutional capture
South Africa’s universities face growing risks of “institutional capture”, with Universities South Africa warning of governance failures, political interference and rising misinformation
BAD FAITH OP-ED: Pope Leo’s stance on unhinged Trump comments is not politics, it’s the Gospel
US President Donald Trump, in an unhinged social media post, attacked the first American-born pope, Leo XIV, for his critique of the immorality of the war in the Middle East. Calmly, the pontiff responded, saying that he does not fear the Trump administration and will not be silent about war and the continuous violations of international law.
School shooting in Turkey leaves 16 wounded, governor says
ANKARA, April 14 (Reuters) – A teenager opened fire at a high school in Turkey’s southeastern province of Sanliurfa on Tuesday, wounding at least 16 people, including students and teachers, before killing himself, Governor Hasan Sildak said.
Elephants in game reserves: Gentle giants or ticking time bombs?
Elephants in South African game reserves can be calm yet dangerous. Learn from recent attacks and discover essential safari safety tips.
Broad-based BEE is not optional, says deputy minister Joel Mohai
Officials said that while black empowerment faced implementation challenges, it remained central to government’s economic inclusion objectives
MUDDY MASTERCLASS: Record-breaking sixth title confirms Tuks as Varsity Cup’s most successful side
The University of Pretoria beat North-West University in last night’s Varsity Cup final to claim a record six titles, making them the most decorated Varsity Cup squad.
The world-class Zimbabwe farm that Robert Mugabe’s wife received has collapsed and been sold for spare parts
Foyle Farm, under Ian Webster, was world-class and supplied a significant portion of Zimbabwe’s national dairy needs. However, the Mugabe family destroyed the farm.
Oasis, Wu-Tang Clan, Phil Collins to join Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
April 13 (Reuters) – The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation unveiled its list of inductees for 2026 on Monday, including 1990s Britpop icons Oasis and American hip-hop collective Wu-Tang Clan, and adding Phil Collins as a solo performer 16 years after he was honored as part of progressive rock band Genesis.
Andile Mngxitama’s inconsistency and the politics of denigration and opportunism
I remain close to the places where ordinary black life meets the police, the farmer, the mine and the state face to face. That ground has no patience for fashionable radicalism. That ground exposes every counterfeit. Speaking from the safety of a donor-funded human rights NGO is ‘Butlerism’ on steroids. So is abandoning the Black Land First formation for the security of a career in Parliament
SPOTLIGHT: Ramaphosa’s choice of health director-general will reveal his commitment to building a capable state
When push comes to shove, President Cyril Ramaphosa’s talk of building a more capable state hasn’t always been backed up by the appointment of committed and capable people to key government positions. His decision regarding a new director-general for health will say a lot about how serious he actually is about addressing the country’s many health challenges.
Missed yesterday’s ‘Wordle’ game? How you can still play it today
Missed yesterday’s ‘Wordle’? Learn how to access yesterday’s game and also play other past puzzles easily with trusted tools and archives.
BETTER LIVING OP-ED: Psychological first aid as a tool in SA mental healthcare
Listening, support and referral tools should be taught to more laypeople to help build a resilient society.
The South African city where the average property price doubled from R1 million to over R2 million in 10 years
While national property sales volumes have declined, prices have surged, especially in one major city, where a R1 million home in 2014 now exceeds R2 million.
Human-Wildlife Conflict: People vs lions in parts of Mpumalanga
Can Human-Wildlife conflict be contained in Mpumalanga as lions roam farmland and farmers count the cost of livestock losses?
South Africa kicking its petrol price disaster down the road
South Africa is essentially kicking the can down the road by reducing the fuel levy in April, and potentially May, as these costs been to be unwound later down the line.
Researcher earns gold for allergy breakthrough
University of Cape Town researcher recognised for pioneering work in allergy science.
Private South African ‘university’ now training police officers
STADIO has partnered with the City of Cape Town to develop a first-of-its-kind bachelor’s degree in municipal policing to professionalise and expand training for metro police across South Africa.