The recent arrests of 12 senior police officials show how the alleged cartel leader took over the procurement process

A flagship green hydrogen project is positioned to support industrial development in the Vaal — but there’s no sign of it and little awareness among the communities it is meant to serve

Too often, leadership is seduced by power. The allure of authority, prestige and influence can slowly overwhelm the original motivation to serve people. What begins as a commitment to uplift communities can quietly turn into an obsession with status and control

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A councillor said police had to be brought in to stop the disruptions

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)

Bafana Bafana will be without their MLS duo for the first game against Panama on Friday but they will definitely be available next week.

The Mail & Guardian Digital Edition – 27 March 2026

For the first time in five years, the Soweto Derby between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs will be played on a Sunday!

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. […]

SA’s rugby heavyweights Bulls, Sharks, Stormers and Lions could be affected by the ongoing US-Israeli attacks on Iran. Here’s how…

Dry skin is one of the most common skin concerns, yet it is often underestimated. For many people, it is not simply a matter of discomfort; it is a persistent condition that affects how the skin functions and responds to the environment. For more than 150 years, Cuticura has been trusted to address these everyday […]

For more than 150 years, Cuticura has built its reputation on providing effective solutions for problematic skin. But in a world where consumers are increasingly informed and health-conscious, heritage alone is no longer sufficient. Relevance today is defined by how well a brand responds to real, ongoing skin concerns, particularly those that affect daily comfort, […]

Francois Pienaar receives an honorary doctorate from UJ, honouring his Springbok leadership, unity legacy, and lasting impact on youth sport.

Tributes pour in after the Drakensberg boys choir founder, John Tungay, dies, leaving behind a powerful musical legacy and global impact.

The case for this institution is not abstract. It is grounded in South Africa’s own policy direction

Dwson’s upcoming appearance at the major music festival in his hometown places his journey from local clubs to global stages into sharp, full-circle focus

South African breeders challenge tail docking laws as the SPCA warns of cruelty, legal risks, and welfare concerns for Boerboels.

From Nairobi to Europe and Asia, Easter is celebrated in beautifully different ways, yet its meaning remains the same.

There are 22 teams gunning for the remaining six slots at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and the coming days will be very crucial for all!

A new mortality report reveals a deadly gender divide in South Africa’s leading causes of death.