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2026-10-10 14:22:48

Sol Plaatje: The tragic cost of serving his people ↗

An examination of Dr Modiri Molema’s 1965 biography of Solomon Plaatje reveals the personal sacrifice, financial distress and heartbreak behind the intellectual and political giant's tireless fight for his people.

2026-10-09 11:40:40

Toxicity at the helm of JoziFM ↗

Born alongside South Africa's democracy, Soweto's community station JoziFM is facing a slow-motion collapse amid an entrenched leadership battle, governance failures, and millions in unaccounted funds.

2026-10-09 11:32:18

Mashatile resumes his duties after illness ↗

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has resumed his official government and political responsibilities following his recovery from a recent illness, the ANC has confirmed.

2026-10-09 03:51:11

Pilani Bubu is defying gravity ↗

Award-winning musician Pilani Bubu has spent 15 years writing her own playbook. As she releases her introspective new single 'Caged Heart', she reflects on creative independence, genre fluidity, and the transformative power of her Folklore Festival.

2026-10-09 03:44:51

Paris, fashion and the woman I carry with me ↗

Media personality Nomalanga Shozi reflects on her first Paris Fashion Week experience, the power of MaXhosa Africa's runway debut, and finding cultural resonance in Kobi Halperin's designs.

2026-10-09 03:05:00

ConCourt’s asylum seeker unintended consequences ↗

The Inter-Ministerial Committee on Migration has raised concerns over unintended consequences from a Constitutional Court ruling, which has caused massive backlogs and overwhelmed South Africa's refugee reception offices.

2026-10-09 03:00:00

Pump pain hits workers hard ↗

South African trade unions warn that the latest fuel price hike will drive up food and transport costs, intensifying calls to review fuel taxes and adjust wages to match the surging cost of living.

2026-10-09 03:00:00

EFF shrugs off exodus, eyes election gains ↗

EFF treasurer-general Omphile Maotwe says the party has grown its membership and remains strong ahead of local elections, shrugging off the departure of senior leaders and pushback on its immigration policies.

2026-10-09 02:00:00

OR Tambo land is ready for take-off ↗

With air travel rebounding and cargo demand surging, ACSA is revisiting major development plans around OR Tambo International Airport, creating fresh commercial opportunities for property developers and logistics operators.

2026-10-09 02:00:00

The best cars to beat R30/l petrol ↗

With inland 95 petrol breaching R30 per litre, choosing the right vehicle is essential. Here is a comprehensive guide to the most fuel-efficient cars across eight primary vehicle categories in South Africa.

2026-10-09 02:00:00

Billions sit idle as poor cry for help ↗

Parliamentary committee members have voiced outrage after the Department of Social Development underspent R4.879 billion allocated for social grants, returning vital funds to the National Treasury amid widespread poverty.

2026-10-09 02:00:00

Kruger goes green without giving up ground ↗

A pioneering partnership between SANParks, Discovery Green, and Sasol delivers renewable energy to Kruger National Park via the national grid, reducing emissions without taking up vital conservation land.

2026-10-09 02:00:00

Seafood’s smelly supply chain ↗

A global investigation reveals the hidden human and environmental toll of the fishmeal boom, where coastal communities in West Africa bear the brunt of toxic air pollution and noxious stench to feed the world's farmed seafood.