At Auto China 2026, the president of Jetour International, Ke Chuandeng, announced that from 2027, Jetour would be producing some of its models locally in South Africa

Local government elections will fall on a Wednesday, 4 November, which will be a public holiday to encourage voter participation

Mduduzi Sithole, 47, the owner of Zululand Bus Service, alleges a R6m-a-month transport contract was awarded without a tender after he refused to pay bribes to officials

Seasoned broadcast journalist Graeme Raubenheimer brings you The Lead, News24’s definitive podcast for in-depth reporting.

After inspecting YNF’s Isando rail refurbishment facility, Parliament’s transport committee says Prasa’s general overhaul programme is showing progress

The South African Weather Service has issued warnings of severe thunderstorms that could cause infrastructure damage, flooding, and travel disruptions across at least four provinces, while coastal winds threaten beachfront activities in the Western Cape as a cold front moves along the south-west coast.

The US Supreme Court’s Louisiana v. Callais ruling guts the Voting Rights Act. South Africans will find this ‘colorblind’ logic familiar.

The IDC has not confirmed whether a formal board inquiry was conducted into the Tinley Club Med transaction, leaving key governance questions unanswered

Words and sayings only Saffas would understand, from “howzit” to “just now”, reveal South Africa’s humour, culture and daily rhythm.

Steve Barker has now won two major trophies in his coaching career after getting his first with Stellenbosch FC in 2023.

Managing money in 2026 means harder choices for South Africans as fuel, food and transport rise, while gold and crypto tempt anxious savers.

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Mbekezeli Mbokazi featured for 90 minutes as Chicago Fire bowed out in the Last 16 of the US Open Cup at the hands of St Louis City.

Faiez Jacobs writes as though JP Smith is concerned about testifying at the Madlanga Commission. The opposite is true

With Moody’s Ratings South Africa bowing out, local banks have a 24-month grace period to transition their credit risk assessments.

South Africans are resilient people, but that resilience depends on a belief that institutions still work, and that belief is beginning to weaken.

Welcome to the only South Africanised weekly cryptic crossword.Clue of the week:8 Gees is very important before event starts (4)

The Mail & Guardian Digital Edition – 30 April 2026

An entrepreneur has accused the Industrial Development Corporation of rigid recovery practices that ignore the impact of Covid-19, as calls grow for an inquiry into its treatment of struggling black-owned businesses

The Beninese legend discusses the inspiration behind her latest album HOPE!!, honouring her mother while continuing a decades-long journey of musical exploration and connection

With millions of South Africans unemployed — particularly young people — employers wield enormous power. The message is clear: “If you don’t accept these conditions, there are hundreds waiting to take your place”