Security forces say the integrated deployment aims to dismantle illegal mining syndicates, curb gang violence and restore order in affected communities

From solar streetlights to community events, Jozi My Jozi is revitalising the inner city through practical civic projects that inspire hope and reignite pride

Energy leaders gathered in Lusaka this week for a high-level Southern African Power Pool meeting, emphasising regional cooperation, stronger transmission networks, and investment in renewable energy to meet rising electricity demand

Political leaders and mourners gather in Bloemfontein to honour Mosiuoa Lekota, remembered for fierce convictions, humility, and a lifelong commitment to ordinary South Africans

An interconnected world has rendered us interdependent but also vulnerable to shock across economic geographies, forcing distinct national responses

Four Chinese-flagged fishing vessels were fined R400 000 and released after a coordinated operation by officials and the police

The global investment environment has become increasingly complex, shaped by geopolitical tensions, technological disruption and shifting economic alliances. In such conditions, identifying fund managers able to navigate volatility while maintaining disciplined investment processes has become more important for long-term investors. This supplement examines how several leading asset managers are responding to that challenge. The firms […]

This year’s Eid is not naïve. It does not pretend the world is at peace. It does not ignore the children buried under rubble, the families displaced, the cities reduced to ash

Two major jazz festivals. One weekend. The Western Cape’s music scene braces for an unusual clash between a global brand and a local institution.

A Grammy-nominated Zulu ballet production is captivating audiences in London’s West End, blending music inspired by Joseph Shabalala, dance and storytelling into an immersive celebration of South African culture

From my balcony overlooking the Atlantic to dinners at Figo, my stay at The Cole in Sea Point was one to savour and remember

Shibiri said Matlala’s loan offer came at an opportune time when he wanted to rebuild his property and fix his son’s car

Any objective analysis must proceed from the premise that commissions of inquiry are not criminal courts. They neither prosecute nor sentence. Their constitutional purpose is to establish facts, identify systemic weaknesses and recommend structural changes

The power to define risk, credibility and prudence remains concentrated in the Global North, while the costs are borne mainly by the Global South

The Mail & Guardian is pleased to announce that the call for nominations for the 2026 edition of the 200 Young South Africans has been extended to Friday 10 April 2026.

Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife highlights a successful dehorning programme and improved anti-poaching measures but continues to call for discussion on legal rhino horn trade to protect the species and fund conservation

South Africa’s largest domestic carrier said the price of jet fuel at local airports rose by about 70% in just one week, following a surge in global oil prices

For 1,400 days, a wildlife film crew lived and worked in Zambia’s Nsefu sector, documenting the lives of lions, leopards, hyenas and wild dogs in one of the most socially complex predator landscapes in Africa. What emerged was not just a study of survival, but a layered portrait of family, conflict, resilience and the strange […]

While there’s not much to argue about in terms of ride quality, this is as compact as a compact SUV gets and the price point is set way too high

Emerging markets have a way of punishing rigid systems. Spreads widen without warning. Liquidity appears, then vanishes. A policy headline hits the tape and the market reprices before a static model finishes “confirming” the move. That is the real challenge here. Automation keeps getting faster. Market environments keep getting messier. The edge goes to systems […]

iCAUR will launch with two models, the V23 and the 03T, which will both be electric and affordable, with an added element South Africans might love

The city landmark is not just a story about urban decay. It is also about what happens when a city loses control and what it takes to get that back

Mourners gathered in Bloemfontein to honour anti-apartheid veteran and Mosiuoa Lekota, remembered by political leaders as a fierce yet deeply people-centred leader whose legacy spans the struggle for freedom and South Africa’s democratic era

Around the world, women continue to face structural barriers in accessing justice systems that are often expensive, complex, slow and, at times, retraumatising

Through the NSTF Brilliants Programme, a group of top maths and science learners are becoming tomorrow’s problem-solvers, innovators and leaders

Africa's mineral wealth is a strategic advantage only if it is converted into productive capacity.

Environmental justice organisations have launched a high court challenge against Eskom’s proposed Nuclear-1 power station, arguing that the 2017 environmental authorisation, upheld by Dion George in 2025, breached South Africa’s environmental laws

Party internal sources say the DA is not fishing in the same pond with them and that the other parties are contesting its base

As Canal+ takes control of MultiChoice, the end of the African streaming service highlights growing fears that South African storytelling is becoming dependent on foreign media giants

The ANC has reinstated Ekurhuleni regional secretary after rejecting his resignation, despite internal concerns that he cannot effectively hold both the regional secretary position and the metro’s finance MMC post

As struggling municipalities face shrinking income and mounting debt, innovative renewable energy models are aiming to stabilise costs and secure power systems

The war in the Middle East isn't coming to our doorstep- it is already here. You will feel it at the pumps, in the supermarket aisles and in your beer mug. The ripple effect of fuel price increases is such that everything else including taxi fares and food prices will shoot through the roof

Data sovereignty refers to the principle that all data is subject to the laws and regulations of the nation state or jurisdiction in which it is collected. This concept gained prominence in the early 2010s following the Edward Snowden revelations about mass surveillance by the United States

People have been reporting strong sulphur odours causing headaches and eye irritation. The city is monitoring air quality while authorities investigate potential Highveld emissions

Welcome to the only South Africanised weekly cryptic crossword. Clue of the week: 17 "Get Back!" is about calling out unacceptable prejudice upfront (6)

The department of forestry, fisheries and the environment is monitoring reports of a strong sulphur odour in Johannesburg and Ekurhuleni. Elevated hydrogen sulphide levels are believed to be the cause

US ambassador to South Africa, Leo Brent Bozell III, was called in for a formal diplomatic demarche following comments the government described as “undiplomatic”

There is no doubt that difficult days lie ahead of the global order as we know it since the end of World War II. Clearly, the USA has set a very dangerous precedent in terms of not abiding by international law, the rules-based order and respect for international institutions such as the United Nations and the International Criminal Court

China is boosting its ties to Africa, with zero-tariff trade and a year-long people-to-people exchange initiative, aiming to expand investment and infrastructure development across the continent

Celebrate the music of one of the world’s most beloved singer-songwriters with The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond. Neil Diamond’s timeless songs, unmistakable voice, and extraordinary career, marked by multiple Top Ten hits, Grammy Awards, and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame are brought to life in this beautifully […]

The 19th South African Film and Television Awards honoured actors, filmmakers and productions driving the country’s screen industry

Africa may be the birthplace of the world’s most popular magic mushroom. Scientists have identified Psilocybe ochraceocentrata, a potent psychedelic cousin of Psilocybe cubensis, growing on grasslands and cattle dung in SA and Zimbabwe

Known for speaking truth to power, Lekota’s contributions to democracy, education and social development have left an indelible mark on South Africa’s journey toward equality and dignity for all citizens

Under prepaid metering systems, customers must pay upfront for electricity before they can use it

The Shoprite Foundation and the Development Bank of Southern Africa have jointly funded a robotics laboratory in Dullstroom to expand access to coding and digital education for learners in under-resourced schools

This is a familiar pattern. International financial institutions socialise risk and privatise profit, while invoking development rhetoric to justify fossil fuel expansion in the Global South. Similar projects would be politically untenable in the Global North

Monarch’s nearly five-decade reign bridged apartheid, democracy and modern South Africa, leaving a lasting mark on Zulu cultural identity and traditional leadership

The public confrontation between senior officials, the establishment of inquiries and the intense public debate surrounding the allegations all indicate that accountability mechanisms, although imperfect, are still functioning

Iranian retaliation and Israeli air strikes are spreading across Gulf states and Lebanon, rattling energy markets and exposing deep divisions at the United Nations

What begins as a search for the right dress for a difficult goodbye becomes a window into the heart and purpose behind Me&B, a South African label celebrating comfort, confidence and inclusivity

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It is urgent that Africa invests in adding value to its minerals. If it fails to seize this moment, it will be difficult to shake off its historical status as an exporter of cheap raw materials and importer of expensive finished products

Public budgets are unlikely to expand at the pace required to meet the escalating risks. A larger share of long-term capital will therefore need to come from private sources

In place of multilateral cooperation, Washington has introduced bilateral agreements where the balance of power is unequal and where American interests dominate, undermining the spirit of shared global health governance

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Ho is the author of Paper Sons and Daughters: A Memoir: Growing Up Chinese in South Africa, published in 2012

Joburg mayor humorously urged UDF leader Bantu Holomisa to stop his party’s councillor from filing motions of no confidence against him. Morero also honoured Lekota’s decades-long contribution to South Africa’s struggle against apartheid

China is boosting its ties to Africa, with zero-tariff trade and a year-long people-to-people exchange initiative, aiming to expand investment and infrastructure development across the continent

While the NPA argued the Nkabinde enquiry had become adversarial the panel chairperson Bess Nkabinde said the Prosecuting Authority cannot play referee in its own case

As global tensions rise again, the real question is how much more can South African households absorb.