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HERITAGE: Despite sharp criticism of the Zulu monarch’s leadership, his push to rename KwaZulu-Natal has struck a chord—reopening deep questions about identity, history, and the unfinished business of decolonisation… By...
Can Science Slow Aging?
LONGEVITY: A Q&A with geneticist Anne Brunet explores what aging really is—and how science may reshape how we grow old… By Olivia Maule Aging is something every human being experiences, yet it remains one of...
Van Loveren’s Christina Cap Classique – Heritage and Elegance
LEGACY: Rooted in heritage and refined through craft, Van Loveren’s Christina Cap Classique tells a story that began with a Dutch matriarch and now sparkles at the pinnacle of South African winemaking… By Len Maseko...
Renault Kiger goes turbo
UPDATED: The new version comes with improvements to performance, technology and design By Ali Mphaki Building on the updated naturally aspirated Kiger range introduced in 2025, the new Kiger Turbo steps forward with...
KZN’s uMzimkhulu Families Celebrate Long-Awaited Land Restitution
RESTORATION: Thousands of hectares are restored to claimant communities in KwaZulu-Natal, marking a milestone in land justice and opening the door to future development… By Own Correspondent Communities in...
Lumumba: The Trial and Unfinished Truth of Africa’s Betrayal
PROSECUTION: More than 60 years later, Belgian court orders trial of diplomat over former DR Congo president Patrice Lumumba’s assassination, according to The New York Times… By WSAM Correspondent A Belgian court has...
Papal visits or political blessings?
LEGITIMACY: From John Paul II to Benedict XVI, papal visits to Cameroon have often come when Paul Biya’s government faced political turmoil… By David Tonghou Ngong If Pope Leo XIV makes his visit to Cameroon, as...
Diagnosis Without Surgery: Ramaphosa’s Politics of Inertia
DECAY: South Africa is overwhelmed by a deluge of narratives about its failings—like a person submerged underwater struggling to breathe—while leadership insists that words alone can replace genuine action… By Themba...
7 Years on mistaken HIV Treatment — Court Judgment Implications
ADVERSE: A Ugandan man wrongly diagnosed with HIV spent seven years on antiretroviral treatment before tests proved he was negative. The High Court ruled the clinic negligent and awarded more than R1-million damages...
Ziyakhala Mo Sun City returns with star power
EXPERIENCE: After a sold-out debut, the music festival that celebrates Mzansi’s sound and spirit is back — bigger, louder, and rooted in unity… By Priscilla Malinga The sound of Mzansi is set to echo once again...
Black Coffee Turns 50 – Forges Partnership to Uplift Communities
MISSION: In a move that blends legacy, innovation, and impact, the global music icon joins forces with Lepas to expand access to education, mobility, and dignity for underserved communities. By Phumela Ngomane In a...
Crack down on reckless drivers during easter weekend
Road: A total 342 048 minibuses, buses and trucks on South Africa’s roads are not roadworthy By Monk Nkomo The Department of Transport will crack down on drunken driving and immediately impound unroadworthy...
Mbeki Foundation Sets Stage for Africa Peace Dialogue
REALITIES: The entity will convene continental leaders this September for the third edition of the annual indaba, focusing on conflict hotspots in Libya and the Horn of Africa as part of efforts to advance Africa’s...
19th SAFTA: celebration on stage amid storytellers’ struggles
REALITY: While South Africa’s biggest screen awards honoured excellence and legacy, filmmakers used the moment to spotlight a deeper crisis — the shrinking space for local storytelling. By Priscilla Malinga The 19th...
Momentum Closes In on Discovery After Bonitas Deal
IMPETUS: Momentum deal with Bonitas boosts its market share to 30%, strengthening its push to become South Africa’s top health insurer… By Adelaide Changole Momentum Group is putting Discovery firmly in its...
GLOBAL CONFLICTS PUSH UP LIVING COSTS
GEOPOLITICAL: Rising geopolitical tensions are driving fuel, transport and food prices higher, with financial experts warning households to prepare for sustained pressure on their budgets… By Own Correspondent...
Thinning Hair in Women – Why Early Action Matters
FACTORS: Hair loss affects more than half of women by age 70. Experts say acting early — and treating your hair gently — can make all the difference… By Own Correspondent Thinning hair is a common but often overlooked...
