London Tube driver strike to begin at midday
Tube drivers in the RMT union are taking part in two 24-hour walkouts this week.
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UNFLINCHING PORTRAIT: New Winnie Madikizela-Mandela docuseries showcases her legacy in her own words
Eight years ago, South Africa lost one of its most recognisable and polarising political figures. Now, a new docuseries aims to shed light on the life and struggle of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, told through candid conversations she had with her granddaughters.
THEATRE REVIEW: Reality check — a meta take on Chekhov’s stupid effing seagull
There’s fun to be had, tears to be spilled and a whole lot of existential angst in Stupid Fucking Bird, a cheeky retelling of Chekhov’s The Seagull through a contemporary, frequently flippant, and thoroughly meta lens.
‘Go Sports’ girls add fashion flair to Mzansi’s thriving sporting culture
A stylish appeal where
patriotism meets elevated,
fashion-forward pieces
Sacked civil servant to speak out in Mandelson vetting row
Sir Olly Robbins is expected to defend his decision not to tell Sir Keir Starmer that Lord Mandelson failed vetting.
Creating the future of medical technology in South Africa
21 April marks World Creativity and Innovation Day — a day recognised by the UN to celebrate creation. In light of this, Sara Grobbelaar highlights a recurring pattern in the healthcare system. South Africa spends billions on imported health technology while broken equipment sits idle in public wards. The cycle is not inevitable but breaking it will take more than good intentions
Prospect of matching CAF 2016 Downs heroes excites Aubaas
Sundowns will face AS Far in the final on May 15 and the return leg on May 24 in Rabat, Morocco. Masandawana have not won the title since 2016 and came close last year before losing to Pyramids in the final.
STEPHEN MOORE | Votes can deliver the right to water
Cities need to ring-fence water revenue so it is not misspent
From commitment to coherence: Reflections on the Western Cape’s reading and literacy strategy
At the launch of the Reading and Literacy Strategy 2026–30, reading was framed as fundamental to the entire schooling experience. The notion that reading is the air that we breathe captures this succinctly.
We pick our five stars to contest PSL Footballer of the Season
Will it be Mofokeng, Allende or Petersen?
SHAMAL RAMASAR | Cheap, illicit alcohol surges in SA amid economic strain
Illicit alcohol is often seen as a law enforcement issue. But the data tells a broader story. It is a signal of economic pressure, evolving criminal activity, and gaps in how markets are regulated and enforced.
I’m serving my people, says pastor who’s running a rural clinic
Bukhosi Mdletshe, operational manager of the Ensingweni Clinic in KwaZulu-Natal, is standing high up on a rise on the side of a dusty road. “These are all our people,” he says.
Muzi Mthabela wants to stop being typecast as an alpha male
‘Emzini’ actor on his career evolution from working behind the scenes to being in front of the camera
Death in the dark: Pimville woman’s family points finger at City Power
Family among 143 households without electricity for four
The Taco Index: What your rand buys in Mexico
South Africa and Mexico are almost identically priced as travel destinations, which is excellent news if you are tired of the dollar eating your lunch.
Bailey’s bid for Safa presidency a non-starter due to manipulation, says Mumble
Former CEO says odds are stacked against vice-president.
Philadelphia to provide free transport for fans after World Cup games
April 20 (Reuters) – Soccer fans heading to Philadelphia for the World Cup will be able to take advantage of free transport after all six matches in the city, Philadelphia Soccer 2026 said on Monday, thanks to a partnership with travel rental platform Airbnb.
Fate of Iran peace talks uncertain as deadline approaches for end of ceasefire
DUBAI/WASHINGTON, April 20 (Reuters) – Iran is considering attending peace talks with the United States in Pakistan, a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Monday, following moves by Islamabad to end a U.S. blockade of Iran’s ports, a significant obstacle to Tehran rejoining peace efforts as the end of a two-week ceasefire approaches.
If Plaid win in Wales, that won’t mean independence – at least not yet
In the Senedd campaign, are weighing up whether the issue of Welsh independence is a vote winner or loser.
The Papers: ‘Starmer on collision course’ and ‘I didn’t know I was fibbing’
All of today’s papers respond to Starmer’s claims he didn’t know of Lord Mandelson’s failed vetting for the role of British ambassador to the US.