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The Mercury
Whistleblowers face retaliation and murder
A failure of the government to recognise the dire situation
5 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
Potential solution to Gaza nightmare
THE FIRST tentative steps in seeking a formula in which the Israelis and the Muslim Arabs of Gaza can peacefully coexist was taken on Monday.
1 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
Durban magistrates march to demand fair salaries
MAGISTRATES based in Durban held a placard demonstration this week to draw attention to the longstanding issues regarding their salaries.
2 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
Investing in people for a nature-positive future
AT the heart of South Africa' sustainability journey stands GreenMatter - a national partnership dedicated to developing the people, knowledge and leadership South Africa needs to thrive in a green economy.
1 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
Renewed calls for urgent heightened vehicle safety checks after Limpopo crash
THE Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) together with the local law enforcement authorities, is investigating the cause of a bus crash, in which 42 people died, on the N1 North near Ingwe Lodge in Limpopo on Sunday.
2 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
Ramaphosa admits he knows alleged Tembisa Hospital corruption figure Hangwani Maumela
PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa has confirmed that he knows alleged Tembisa Hospital corruption kingpin Hangwani Maumela, after meeting him outside his Sandhurst home in 2024.
2 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
Charting the path to 2030: CPUT’s six pillars of research and innovation excellence
THE Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) has been on a two-decade mission to build a vibrant, impactful research and innovation culture.
2 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
Why South Africa needs to become an electro-state
THE world is entering a new energy era, one defined by technological mastery.
3 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
Seriti Green achieves financial close on flagship Ummbila Emoyeni wind project in Mpumalanga
SERITI Green, a black-owned South African renewable energy company, on Tuesday announced that it has achieved financial close and commenced construction on the third phase of its flagship Ummbila Emoyeni wind farm in Mpumalanga.
2 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
Urgent meeting called by GPU partners
Concerns grow over Premier Thami Ntuli’s leadership
3 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
KZN Education Department rejects move to close special needs schools
THE KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education has rejected the South African National Association of Special Education's (Sanase) call to close special schools in the province.
3 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
Gold soars past $4 100 as investors reap gains despite SA’s output decline
GOLD prices have continued their record-breaking rally, driven by sustained buying from central banks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), even as South Africa's domestic gold output continues to shrink under rising production costs and regulatory pressures.
2 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
Practical habits for mental well-being at work
GOOD mental health and emotional well-being can be easy to take for granted, but keeping this balance through life’s ups and downs can be a struggle for anyone.
3 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
Tchiroma declares victory in election
CAMEROON’ opposition challenger Issa Tchiroma Bakary claimed election victory yesterday against incumbent President Paul Biya, who has been in power for 43 years, although official results for the weekend vote are not expected for two weeks.
1 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
CACHALIA HAS NO OPTION BUT TO ACT
BY NOW, acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia must have a clear idea of what is required to rescue the SAPS from a total collapse.
1 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
South Africa unveils 'Butterfly Strategy', a multi-market export drive amid rising protectionism
DEPUTY Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Zuko Godlimpi, has unveiled a new export diversification approach — dubbed the Butterfly Strategy — positioning South Africa to spread its trade wings across multiple global markets amid rising protectionism and shifting economic power.
2 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
De Klerk should have prosecuted Cradock Four killers, says Holomisa
DIRECT ORDERS
3 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
Arctic Wizard to wave his wand
A close inspection of weight turnarounds revealed a very interesting hypothesis in an open A Stakes over 1000m at Hollywoodbets Durbanville today but the scratching of Dean Street may have left the way open for Arctic Wizard.
2 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
Bok boost won't make Ulster a walkover for Sharks at Kings Park
The Sharks will get a timely lift this weekend from the availability of more of their Springbok big guns on their return to Kings Park for their United Rugby Championship (URC) clash against Ulster, but anyone expecting a comfortable homecoming victory could be in for a surprise.
2 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
Why manufacturing, maintenance and support are key to the success of SA’s energy future
SOUTH Africa is navigating an energy challenge characterised by intermittent load reduction/shedding, ageing infrastructure and limited generation capacity.
3 min |
October 15, 2025
The Mercury
Lunga Momoza: The most expensive intern in South Africa
MOST people in tech start a career as interns and ultimately they become CEOs and if they start a business they also become tech founders. It’s rare for anyone to start as a founder and to later become an intern. This has been the case with Lunga Momoza, which makes him probably one of the most expensive interns in South Africa.
3 min |
October 14, 2025
The Mercury
Societal control is masked as pandemic preparedness
TV BRICS recently posted a letter in the Daily News on October 9, telling our readers how important it apparently is to join forces around the world in the fight against inevitable pandemics.
2 min |
October 14, 2025
The Mercury
Barca’s Olmo suffers injury blow
BARCELONA midfielder Dani Olmo is a doubt for the upcoming La Liga Clasico against Real Madrid after being diagnosed with a calf injury yesterday.
1 min |
October 14, 2025
The Mercury
Msunduzi Municipality faces financial crisis as Mpac demands answers
THE Mpac committee of the Msunduzi municipality is demanding answers from the municipality regarding the financial crisis faced by the council, including a serious cash crunch.
2 min |
October 14, 2025
The Mercury
Acting Police Minister’s delay on Cape Flats safety plan
THE DA calls on Acting Minister of Police Firoz Cachalia and the South African Police Service (SAPS) leadership to immediately provide a clear, funded timeline for implementing the promised Cape Flats safety plan.
1 min |
October 14, 2025
The Mercury
Bafana Bafana in do-or-die World Cup 2026 qualifier against Rwanda
ON THE eve of Bafana Bafana’s make-or-break Fifa World Cup 2026 qualifier against Rwanda, defender Thapelo Morena has called for a composed approach at Mbombela Stadium tonight.
2 min |
October 14, 2025
The Mercury
HOW CHILDHOOD TRAUMA AFFECTS ADULT WELL-BEING: UNDERSTANDING THE LINGERING IMPACT
MANY believe time heals all wounds, but for a lot of people, childhood pain does not just disappear as they grow older.
3 min |
October 14, 2025
The Mercury
MPs raise alarm over Sibiya's testimony
Concerns grow about ties to alleged criminals Matlala and Mogotsi
3 min |
October 14, 2025
The Mercury
Warning Sound can make some noise
A fillies and mares MR 99 handicap and a Graduation Plate are the best rated races at the Vaal Classic track meeting today.
4 min |
October 14, 2025
The Mercury
Israeli hostage handover begins
HAMAS handed over the first seven of 20 surviving Israeli hostages to Red Cross representatives in Gaza yesterday, with a convoy of the humanitarian organisation on its way to pick up a second group.
3 min |