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Beyond mediocrity: Why South Africa’s governance crisis is structural
When institutions lack the capacity, coordination or accountability required to implement such programmes, the distance between constitutional promise and everyday reality inevitably widens

Democracy should feed land hunger
It is shocking that a post-1994 dispensation, emerging from a colonial-apartheid liberation struggle whose core objective was the return of land, has presided over the increase of informal settlements from 300 to 4000

From surveillance to stewardship: Why universities must re-think their response to AI
Universities remain among the few institutions in society dedicated to the careful creation and stewardship of knowledge. If they respond to AI primarily through fear and control, they risk undermining the very intellectual curiosity they seek to protect
News24 | Randburg prosecutor faces sexual assault, corruption charges
A regional court prosecutor based at the Randburg Magistrate’s Court has been charged with multiple offences, including sexual assault, sexual intimidation, corruption and defeating the ends of justice.

Leleti Khumalo to be honoured for ‘Sarafina’ legacy
Celebrate Leleti Khumalo as she earns an honorary doctorate, reflecting on Sarafina fame, global awards, and moments that shaped her journey.
News24 | Here are the Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus numbers
Here are the Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus numbers.

Two men cost South Africa R4.5 trillion and millions of jobs
Former President Thabo Mbeki says a change in South Africa’s leadership has caused tremendous damage to the economy and social fabric.

Tough Monday for Elon Musk as South Africa’s neighbour rejects Starlink
South African expat Elon Musk suffered a tough Monday after an adverse US court ruling and a fresh Starlink rejection.
News24 | The 2026 Eat Out Awards winners have been announced: Here’s the full list
Johannes Richter of The LivingRoom was named Chef of the Year for the second time, and FYN won Restaurant of the Year at the 2026 Woolworths Eat Out Awards.
News24 | PODCAST | The Lead: Graft-spotting? Texts reveal ex-Prasa head’s alleged corruption
Seasoned broadcast journalist Graeme Raubenheimer brings you The Lead, News24’s definitive podcast for in-depth reporting.

Walmart’s man in South Africa calls it quits
Dries D’Hooghe has stepped down as COO of Massmart and Walmart Africa, after having led the launch of the retailer’s first South African stores.
News24 | Tuesday’s weather: Severe thunderstorms with heavy rain, strong winds in 5 provinces
The South African Weather Service has warned of severe thunderstorms with heavy rain, hail and strong winds in parts of KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, the Northern Cape, Free State and North West.