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News24 | Ford drives literacy in the Eastern Cape through Rally to Read
The Eastern Cape holds a particular interest for Ford, and this year the rally supports schools in the Nelson Mandela Bay and Sarah Baartman district.
ANC in QwaQwa allegedly organised “township thugs” armed with knives to disrupt mayor’s removal
A councillor said police had to be brought in to stop the disruptions
News24 | PODCAST | The Lead: 100 days to kick-off, here’s your Boks ‘26 test guide
Seasoned broadcast journalist Graeme Raubenheimer brings you The Lead, News24’s definitive podcast for in-depth reporting.
Cryptic Crossword JDE 523
Welcome to the only South Africanised weekly cryptic crossword.Clue of the week:3 South African tables empty and Jacob blows his top for fruit (7)
South Africans Abroad: Bafana Bafana duo to miss first Panama game
Bafana Bafana will be without their MLS duo for the first game against Panama on Friday but they will definitely be available next week.
News24 | Friday’s weather: Thundershowers across SA – but severe with flood warning in 4 provinces
The South African Weather Service has forecast scattered thundershowers in most parts of the country, but with severe thunderstorms in Northern Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Free State.
27 March 2026
The Mail & Guardian Digital Edition – 27 March 2026
A pack of cigarettes being sold for R5 in South Africa
Illicit cigarettes now account for up to 75% of South Africa’s total market, with some merchants selling packs of illegal cigarettes for as little as R5.
News24 | Why Masemola will face charges; Boks v England tickets start at R450: 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 | Why is Pakistan involved in efforts to stop the war in Iran?
Pakistan has emerged as a key intermediary between Iran and the United States to try to secure talks to end their war in the Gulf.
Soweto Derby: Orlando Pirates to host Kaizer Chiefs on a Sunday!
For the first time in five years, the Soweto Derby between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs will be played on a Sunday!
South Africa’s petrol and diesel price disaster claims its first victim
Surging oil prices following the US-Israeli strikes on Iran have driven a sharp rise in South African interest in hybrid and electric vehicles, while diesel vehicle enquiries have dropped.
Beyond applause: What the Naledi wins reveal about State Theatre
The South African State Theatre’s recent successes at the 21st Annual Naledi Theatre Awards are easy to read as a moment of celebration. But beneath the applause lies a more complex and telling narrative about the state of South African theatre, the politics of recognition, and the evolving role of institutions in shaping cultural production. […]
News24 | PODCAST | Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week: Sasol surges as war drives fuel uncertainty
This is Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week, a weekly News24 podcast that respects your time and intelligence.
News24 | OBITUARY | Terry Bell was a force for good in the world
A fearless, fiercely independent voice who challenged power across decades of struggle, exile and democracy, Terry Bell leaves behind a legacy of principled dissent and tireless advocacy, writes Alide Dasnois.
South Africa snubbed once again
France withdrew an invitation for South Africa to attend a summit of Group of Seven leaders in June following pressure from the US.