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Nelson Mandela day

Opening of Parliament Address ‘a powerful symbol of our nation’s ability to overcome adversity’ — Speaker Didiza

South Africa

Opening of Parliament Address ‘a powerful symbol of our nation’s ability to overcome adversity’ — Speaker Didiza

By Velani Ludidi

Mandela Day – if Madiba were alive today… he would have called for urgent and radical action on the climate crisis

South Africa

Mandela Day – if Madiba were alive today… he would have called for urgent and radical action on the climate crisis

By Mark Heywood

Mandela Day: Amid hunger and hardship, many South Africans make a stand

South Africa

Mandela Day: Amid hunger and hardship, many South Africans make a stand

By Shiraaz Mohamed

The impact of Covid-19 on South Africa’s health system, education, and the economy takes centre stage this week.

South Africa

The impact of Covid-19 on South Africa’s health system, education, and the economy takes centre stage this week.

By Shani Reddy

Bo-Kaap: The 7 Steps Minstrels give 67 minutes of their best

South Africa

Bo-Kaap: The 7 Steps Minstrels give 67 minutes of their best

By Aphiwe Ngalo & Suné Payne