TEMPERAMENT: There is nothing wrong with a mayor defending himself against an accusation of criminality. But, there is something profoundly wrong with allowing the accusation to provoke a public meltdown, writes...
WeeklySA_AdminFidel Castro made Africa’s struggle his own
HISTORY: Fidel Castro’s centenary offers an important moment to reflect on the enduring relationship he forged with Africa and the solidarity Cuba extended to African liberation movements and newly independent states…...
IN MEMORIAM: THE COURAGE TO BE ORDINARY
LEGEND: Actor, playwright, poet and mentor Sol Rachilo lived his 96 years with dignity, courage and an unwavering commitment to the young. Journalist-and-friend Sandile Memela reflects on a liberated spirit who created...
Can Medicinal Plants Help Treat Diabetes?
REMEDIES: A new review looked at 16 plants long used in traditional medicine to manage diabetes and found many work through the same handful of biological routes to lower blood sugar. Four stood out with the...
New school dance competition puts young dancers in the spotlight
Teaser: A new partnership between UJ Arts & Culture and Moving into Dance will give Grade 4 to 6 learners professional dance training and the opportunity to perform on a fully equipped theatre stage… By Weekly SA...
Three shades of Stellenbosch Shiraz
DISTINCT: From the polished power of Kruger Family Reserve to the velvety richness of KFK and the mature elegance of Stellenview Reserve, three acclaimed wines reveal the remarkable range of Shiraz grown in...
Cape flavours surprise Joburg wine lovers
The Johannesburg Wine Fair by Vinimark, hosted at La Rustica in Houghton, unveiled new favourites from the Cape winelands that took unsuspecting Gauteng wine buffs by surprise amid a lively ambience heightened by good...
Final salute for Arts giant Sol Rachilo
LEGACY: Veteran actor, playwright, poet Sol Rachilo honoured with a special provincial funeral celebrating his contribution to South African arts and his lifelong commitment to nurturing young talent… By Jacob Mawela...
Dolly Parton remembered for music and humanity
ICON: The country music icon, who died at 80, is being celebrated as much for her philanthropy and advocacy as for the songs that touched generations… By Jessica Corbett Dolly Parton died on Tuesday in Nashville...
Murder rate falls – but daily violence exposes SA’s deeper crisis
TRENDS: South Africa recorded fewer murders and sharp declines in hijackings and armed robberies between April and June, but rising attempted murders and assaults reveal a stubborn pattern of alcohol-fuelled...
Women take the wheel in transport, logistics
VOICE: Women operating in both sectors launch new entity to strengthen women’s participation, leadership and ownership across South Africa’s traditionally male-dominated taxi, transport and logistics...
Mngambi turns life’s challenges into meaningful conversations
REALITIES: Through her growing podcast, Navigating Life with Viwe, Eastern Cape businesswoman Viwe Mngambi is creating a reflective space for honest conversations about relationships, grief, identity, leadership...
