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Even with a music producer in the Gauteng PEC, the ANC will need more than song and dance to stay in power
If we don’t want what’s happening in the US to happen in SA, we must think hard about who our post-ANC rulers should be
Despite explosive allegations that justices hostile to Jacob Zuma were bribed, evidence has not materialised
For Floyd Dhliwayo, the Covid-19 lockdown inspired an innovative catering business
The 2022 Township Cx Report sheds light on a vibrant economy where people are hustling and cash is king
Though fare increases are fairly regular, this one is expected to push families to breaking point
Siyanda Dlamini is raising funds to rebuild one
SA’s premier racing event returns, sadly without Rachel Venniker who was set to make history as the first female rider
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They may have got slightly higher wage hikes, but they have hugely damaged the economy they and we have to live in
The continent’s philosophy of moderate communitarianism dictates acceptance of everyone’s humanity
Six of the best pictures of the day
West’s leaders, once the summits and family photos are over, must get the rest of the world out of this no-man’s land
The continent is hoovering up Chinese imports, but exports to the country are floundering because of red tape
The US conservative majority is once again abandoning constitutional law and replacing it with historical originalism
The country now has almost as many atheists as Christians and its population has grown by 2-million since 2016
‘Spider-Man’ star criticises bars on trans women as many sports are cracking down on their participation
Skyrocketing import prices in the wake of the war in Ukraine have left designers to pick up the pieces
An ancient Roman mosaic that’s been on a tour of top museums has returned home to Tel Aviv
Marizanne Kapp hits maiden Test ton in just her second match, as she claims SA’s highest individual score
Salmaan Moerat and Elrigh Louw are in line for Springbok debuts in first Test against Wales at Loftus on Saturday
Flyhalf is not the most popular among fans, and if Boks struggle to dominate Wales, he may face wrath from the stands
Today in SA sports history: June 29
Wednesday, June 29 2022
THE BIG ISSUES
LEADING THE AGENDA
Lesufi got the job. How much will his ANC fight to keep Gauteng?
Even with a music producer in the Gauteng PEC, the ANC will need more than song and dance to stay in power
It’s when the moderate centre is quiet that extremists flourish
If we don’t want what’s happening in the US to happen in SA, we must think hard about who our post-ANC rulers should be
No evidence judges were influenced by SSA, says Zondo
Despite explosive allegations that justices hostile to Jacob Zuma were bribed, evidence has not materialised
SMART NEWS
IN ONE TAKE
Waiter tickles taste buds with ‘Afro lunch boxes’
For Floyd Dhliwayo, the Covid-19 lockdown inspired an innovative catering business
Spazas, fashion, you name it — townships booming
The 2022 Township Cx Report sheds light on a vibrant economy where people are hustling and cash is king
KZN taxi fare hike deals another blow to cash-strapped households
Though fare increases are fairly regular, this one is expected to push families to breaking point
Muddying the water: mud schools do exist and one man intends to change that
Siyanda Dlamini is raising funds to rebuild one
Durban July tent town at full gallop preparing for thousands of guests
SA’s premier racing event returns, sadly without Rachel Venniker who was set to make history as the first female rider
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IDEAS
FEEDING YOUR MIND
Eskom strikers have won, but at what cost?
They may have got slightly higher wage hikes, but they have hugely damaged the economy they and we have to live in
Accepting homosexuality isn’t un-African
The continent’s philosophy of moderate communitarianism dictates acceptance of everyone’s humanity
WORLD
THE NEWS YOU DON'T NORMALLY GET TO HEAR
Eye on the world — June 29 2022
Six of the best pictures of the day
SA and others caught between Putin and the West will have to pick a side
West’s leaders, once the summits and family photos are over, must get the rest of the world out of this no-man’s land
Chinese bureaucracy starves Africa’s export market, while upping its debt
The continent is hoovering up Chinese imports, but exports to the country are floundering because of red tape
Life throws a Lemon: Supreme Court blurs line between church and state
The US conservative majority is once again abandoning constitutional law and replacing it with historical originalism
Australia is losing religion, but it’s gaining foreigners
The country now has almost as many atheists as Christians and its population has grown by 2-million since 2016
LIFE
EVERYTHING ELSE THAT MATTERS
Trans sports bans are ‘fearmongering’, says Marvel actor Zach Barack
‘Spider-Man’ star criticises bars on trans women as many sports are cracking down on their participation
Russia’s frayed fashion industry embraces new possibilities
Skyrocketing import prices in the wake of the war in Ukraine have left designers to pick up the pieces
Good Lod! After 10 years touring at the age of 1,700, it’s time to rest
An ancient Roman mosaic that’s been on a tour of top museums has returned home to Tel Aviv
SPORT
FINISH LINE ESSENTIALS
If the Kapp fits: Test century a career highlight for Proteas all-rounder
Marizanne Kapp hits maiden Test ton in just her second match, as she claims SA’s highest individual score
Boks look to slowly blood youngsters among the seasoned campaigners
Salmaan Moerat and Elrigh Louw are in line for Springbok debuts in first Test against Wales at Loftus on Saturday
Bold investment: Bok brains trust’s selection of Jantjies is brave
Flyhalf is not the most popular among fans, and if Boks struggle to dominate Wales, he may face wrath from the stands
Blast from the past: Botile bombs his way to fourth title defence
Today in SA sports history: June 29
CROSSWORDS
GIVE YOUR BRAIN SOME EXERCISE