CULTURAL STEWARD: Nel Erasmus Art Legacy Trust takes centre stage in struggle to protect JAG
The controversy surrounding the crumbling Johannesburg Art Gallery (JAG) and the risk imposed on artworks is not a new predicament, but one with deep roots.
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Ex-Philippine leader Duterte’s drug war enforcer escapes ICC arrest
Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa, a former national police chief, has sought refuge in the senate.
Australian musician’s US ban prompts apology from girlfriend over Trump post
Keli Holiday, one half of electronic duo Peking Duk, was detained at the US-Canada border on Friday.
Ongoing sewage crisis threatens Cradle of Humankind heritage site
Wastewater plant failures leave rivers classified as ‘effectively dead’ by CSIR.
Hlengiwe Lushaba-Madlala brings layered matriarch MaMbokazi to life in ‘Kwa Baba’
Hlengiwe Lushaba-Madlala plays matriachy MaMbokazi in new telenovela Kwa Baba.
Israel passes law to allow death penalty and public trials for those linked to 7 October
Israel passes a law that permits the death penalty and public trials for those involved in the unprecedented Hamas-led attacks.
TSHEPO MANJE AND TATIANA KAZIM | SA must deliver on promise to feed children
For years, early childhood development (ECD) practitioners across SA have carried an invisible burden: feeding children with too little support in a system that recognises the importance of nutrition but has never fully delivered on it.
SA’s fuel tax cuts fall short on protecting vulnerable households
History is now repeating itself — and the same blind spots remain. In 2026, the global fuel price shock caused by the conflict in the Gulf has led to substantial rises in regulated fuel prices effective 1 April 2026
Putting carbon intelligence in the driver’s seat
In an era where environmental accountability is becoming a business necessity, a new SA start-up is helping companies take control of their emissions.
ANC ready to take the fight and defend Ramaphosa
Party’s NEC meets today to contain political fallout over Phala Phala
SOWETAN | Cruel betrayal of the disabled’s dignity
SA has progressive laws and policies designed to protect and empower people living with disabilities in the workplace.
Safa ‘has received funding’ from government to implement VAR
‘Already there are four countries using VAR on the continent and we can’t be left behind’
Sekhukhune now eye fourth place after missing out on third
Babina Noko remained fifth on the log table with 42 points, two behind fourth-place AmaZulu.
David Tlale’s stylish commute
Designer partners with Gautrain for fashion moment
News24 | Trump rejects ‘piece of garbage’ Iran demands, oil spikes as Hormuz remains closed
Hopes for a peace deal on Iran faded after US President Donald Trump said a ceasefire with Iran was “on life support” as Tehran rejected a US proposal to end the conflict and stuck to a list of demands Trump described as “garbage”.
End nigh for Downs as ninth title looks impossible
Reigning champs play final match tonight needing huge score to retain crown
WATCH: Concerns grow over violent acts by boys in SA
Recent gruesome murders a sign that extreme violence is manifesting at younger ages than before
Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15 million for allegedly using her image to sell TVs
May 10 (Reuters) – British pop star Dua Lipa has filed a lawsuit against Samsung Electronics 005930.KS seeking at least $15 million in damages, accusing the South Korean tech giant of using her image without permission to market its television sets.
UK’s Starmer under renewed pressure as lawmakers urge him to quit
LONDON, May 11 (Reuters) – Keir Starmer came under renewed pressure on Monday when four ministerial aides stepped down and more than 70 Labour lawmakers publicly called for the British prime minister’s resignation after his appeal for another chance seemingly fell on deaf ears.
Polanski apologises over houseboat council tax
The Green Party admits that its leader has, until recently, been living on a houseboat in London and may have failed to pay council tax.
Almost 200 sanctioned Russia-linked ships have entered UK waters despite warning
BBC Verify analysis of ship-tracking data suggests “shadow fleet” vessels sailed into UK water despite the government threatening to board them.