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Cryptic Crossword JDE 529
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08 May 2026
The Mail & Guardian Digital Edition – 08 May 2026

Nissan chose Egypt: South Africa got the trade deal it can’t use
China just gave South Africa tariff-free access to 1.4 billion consumers. Nissan just handed its manufacturing jobs to Egypt.

News24 | Hefty payday for some Joburg executives
While the City of Johannesburg faces a spiralling money crisis, some of its highly paid executives are set for another huge pay increase.

Madlanga commission hears 541kg cocaine theft may have been inside job
A retired DPCI officer told the Madlanga commission that SAPS management knew the Port Shepstone facility lacked cameras, alarms and proper security

WEATHER: Snow, gale-force winds, heavy rain expected in SA
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Friday, 8 May 2026.

PSL relegation: Five teams facing the dreaded axe!
It’s getting tougher down there…
SA People takes a look at the five clubs that could still be relegated from the PSL this season.

News24 | Chinese-owned oil tanker hit near Hormuz as US pauses ship-protection plan, report says
A Chinese-owned oil products tanker was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, Chinese media outlet Caixin reported, as President Donald Trump launched a US plan that day to help stranded vessels but suspended it a day later.
News24 | PODCAST | The Lead: The City of Gold is bankrupt
Seasoned broadcast journalist Graeme Raubenheimer brings you The Lead, News24’s definitive podcast for in-depth reporting.

News24 | Friday’s weather: Cold to cool across SA, with heavy rain, disruptive winds in Eastern Cape
Cold conditions are expected for most parts of the country, but disruptive rain, winds and waves persist in the Eastern Cape, according to the South African Weather Service.

Johannesburg shoppers queue before sunrise for Stella McCartney H&M launch
Shoppers lined up in freezing temperatures outside H&M Sandton for the Stella McCartney collaboration, underscoring the enduring appeal of luxury-fashion partnerships despite mounting scrutiny over fast fashion and sustainability

News24 | Top cop stored drugs despite safety risks; Swan song for Sweetie Pie: Today’s top 7 stories
News24 brings you the top stories of the day, summarised into neat little packages. Read through quickly or listen to the articles via our customised text-to-speech feature.

News24 | Man arrested ‘with weapon’ near ex-prince Andrew’s home – UK police
British police have arrested a man after he allegedly threatened the former Prince Andrew close to his place of residence on Wednesday, the Telegraph newspaper reported on Thursday.

News24 | Zim to return 67 foreign-owned farms seized in land grab
Zimbabwe said it was returning a number of foreign-owned farms that were seized during a violent land grab more than 25 years ago and pay compensation of $146 million (R2.4 billion).