Principal accused of killing wife argues his ill-health is grounds for bail
After 26 days in custody, suspect claims being subjected to poor medical treatment, bad food and lack of fruit
-
-
Gaza City officially in famine, with hunger spreading, says global monitor
Gaza City and surrounding areas are officially suffering from famine and it will likely spread, a global hunger monitor determined on Friday — an assessment that will escalate pressure on Israel to allow more aid into the Palestinian territory.
-
MTN SA’s fight to regain market share
MTN will ramp up its distribution and dealer network as well as improve its location-based pricing in South Africa to claw back market share in the prepaid market as it revises earnings targets for the business.
-
Remembering Babita Deokaran: A call to justice and integrity in Gauteng’s health sector
The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation hosted a powerful symposium to remember Babita Deokaran and tackle the entrenched corruption threatening Gauteng’s healthcare system. Her determined efforts uncovered an extensive fraud network siphoning millions of rand meant for public health, leading to her assassination. Speakers called for faster investigations, transparency, and a renewed commitment to social justice in…
-
Quick arrests in attack on politicians shines spotlight on N2 airport area crime
The attack on Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Police chairperson, Ian Cameron, and his colleagues in Philippi is a stark reminder of how perilous such areas, as well as the roads around Cape Town International Airport, remain. The post Quick arrests in attack on politicians shines spotlight on N2 airport area crime appeared first on Daily…
-
From studio to screen, Kentridge’s Self-Portrait as a Coffee-Pot redefines artistic collaboration
Renowned South African artist William Kentridge’s latest project is a dynamic, intimate archive that seamlessly blends mediums to reveal his creative journey, memory and collaborations. The post From studio to screen, Kentridge’s Self-Portrait as a Coffee-Pot redefines artistic collaboration appeared first on Daily Maverick.
-
Ennobling spaces in a dance of darkness — singer-songwriter and actor Inge Beckmann
Beckmann talks about the art forms and artists who inspire her moody work. The post Ennobling spaces in a dance of darkness — singer-songwriter and actor Inge Beckmann appeared first on Daily Maverick.
-
Police commissioner’s shocking admission as Nelson Mandela Bay buckles under violent crime
While Nelson Mandela Bay buckles under violent crime, SAPS District Commissioner Vuyisile Ncata has admitted that the high-profile crime pact signed last year between the metro and police cannot be implemented. The reason: there is not enough money. The post Police commissioner’s shocking admission as Nelson Mandela Bay buckles under violent crime appeared first on…
-
Court affirms whistleblower’s right to expose corruption amid SAPS controversy
A high court ruling supports whistleblower Patricia Morgan-Mashale, emphasising the right to expose corruption. The post Court affirms whistleblower’s right to expose corruption amid SAPS controversy appeared first on Daily Maverick.
-
Child safety and the dark side of the R486bn Roblox empire
Virtual playground Roblox is facing lawsuits that have brought up fundamental questions about online safety. The post Child safety and the dark side of the R486bn Roblox empire appeared first on Daily Maverick.