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M&G 10 October 2025
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ANC dumps corruption accused Brown Mogotsi
The ANC is resolute that it has no intention of keeping Brown Mogotsi in its ranks, but the North West businessman insists he is still a party member and will consider renewing his membership.
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M&G 10 October 2025
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two municipalities
For Emfuleni residents, life is a daily grind of service delivery failures
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M&G 10 October 2025
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How to transform exposure into closure
In 2018, I shared an idea with a few friends and colleagues. To deal with systemic corruption, in the context of weakened state capacity and a dangerous shift of national attention away from development towards outrage about crime and corruption, a truth and amnesty process a truth and reconciliation-type intervention — might be a viable option.
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M&G 10 October 2025
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Making the kitchen longer
As food prices soar, Joburg communities are reclaiming their power, building connections, and planting seeds for a just and sustainable system
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M&G 10 October 2025
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Risks from droughts to deadly heatwaves
An expert warns South Afrca's climate future is fast becoming hotter, drier and more dangerous
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M&G 10 October 2025
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Inside South Africa's darkest cartels
Kyle Cowan's Mafia Land exposes South Africa's descent into corruption, where organised crime and political power have dangerously merged
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M&G 10 October 2025
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Where folklore meets feminism
With Weeping Becomes a River, Siphokazi Jonas reclaims language, centres women's voices and brings African folklore into global storytelling
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M&G 03 October 2025
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The heavy price of silence
Keeping quiet, denial and lack of courage in leaders enable genocide and corruption
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M&G 03 October 2025
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Uganda's Museveni: seven times a president, still wants another term
Thirty-nine years and counting, Uganda's President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has sought reelection to the country's top seat for the seventh time, sparking debate on whether Ugandans will see meaningful political and economic change.
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M&G 03 October 2025
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Africa-China relations: 'Lawrence of Arabia' vs 'Wolf Warrior II'
In 1962, the British historical epic Lawrence of Arabia depicted an English soldier fighting a colonial power — the Ottomans. In 2017, the hero is Chinese, the film is Wolf Warrior II, and the enemies are US mercenaries.
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M&G 03 October 2025
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The perpetual nature of capture
This is not an episodic crisis in South Africa, one that can be resolved through commissions and reports
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M&G 03 October 2025
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Where to from now for Malema?
EFF leader Julius Malema faces a major setback in his presidential ambitions after he was convicted on firearm charges, threatening his political future
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M&G 03 October 2025
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Why Babita did not die in vain
Babita Deokaran stood no chance. The brave woman, who first lifted the lid on the corruption and malfeasance at Tembisa Hospital, paid with her life when she discovered criminals were about to stage a R2 billion heist at the hospital.
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M&G 03 October 2025
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A time of stalking, satire and storytelling
Paige Nick's Book People transforms the online book club into a sharply funny satire on cancel culture, bad reviews and literary obsession
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M&G 03 October 2025
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How could an angel break our hearts?
The ANC and other political parties put their needs before the needs of the people
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M&G 03 October 2025
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Vive le cinéma! Bombs over Baktan Cross
With stellar acting and relentless momentum, thriller proves this collaboration was worth the wait
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M&G 03 October 2025
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Vital to empower the girl child
Africa’s G20 plan to become a global player hangs on making sure that girls get what they need
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M&G 03 October 2025
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Bot talks HIV, sex and self-harm
An AI pal could help young people learn about medication to stop them from getting infected
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M&G 03 October 2025
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Shoprite pulls out of Malawi
Concern over jobs and the country's fragile consumer market
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M&G 03 October 2025
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Police and the criminal syndicates
Further details linking suspended police minister Senzo Mchunu to cartel figures emerged.
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M&G 03 October 2025
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Ultra-deep drilling plan slammed
TotalEnergies SA's proposed project 'may drill the world's deepest offshore well'
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M&G 03 October 2025
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Digital literacy key to job opportunities
Digital platforms are vital to combat youth unemployment in South Africa, addressing systemic barriers and fostering economic growth
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M&G 03 October 2025
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Composing the future
Blending jazz, classical and South African influences, this concert is a bold new commission that challenges boundaries and delights audiences
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M&G 03 October 2025
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R57 billion taken from two-pot
Most claims are going towards debt and education.
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M&G 03 October 2025
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Mystery surrounds Mthethwa's death
Neither the presidency nor the department of international relations has given much detail after the ambassador's body was found at a hotel in Paris
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M&G 03 October 2025
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Climate fact sheets for councils
Wits and Sanbi have launched fact sheets, helping local governments plan for a climate-stressed SA
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M&G 03 October 2025
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Mashaba could face off against Zille for Joburg
ActionSA leader ready for race if party can't find better mayoral candidate
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M&G 03 October 2025
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Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service
Five (5) year contract Remuneration Package: Negotiable Reference: SARS001/2025 • Pretoria
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M&G 03 October 2025
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Madiba's words ring true
It is dark. The night is dark. My cellphone lights the little cabin in my boat which is part of the Global Sumud Flotilla. Tonight might be the night we are intercepted and kidnapped in international waters, and illegally detained in Israel.
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