South African television at 50: the soaps that wrote the script
As South African television turns 50, we examine how ‘Generations’, ‘Isidingo’ and other soaps shaped culture, ambition and national identity…
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Our expert roundup of the top five fave British podcasts of the moment – whether you’re curious, in need of comfort, or just killing…
Our documentary picks: July 2025
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Running clubs boom in Joburg as locals seek fitness, connection, mental health – and maybe even love – on the go.…
We’ve got the spirit, how about you?
South African school war cries are having a moment in the spotlight – plus, it’s a raucous, joyous one to embrace, irrespective of your…
‘Conclave’: Where film and reality meet
The new movie is about what happens when a pope dies and a new one must be elected. It comes just as people may…
The Currency cool list: What got us through this week
Let’s face it – between the crazy ongoing Johannesburg Art Gallery revelations and the wretched updates on the illegal miners in Stilfontein, we are…
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The complaint economy
Jono Hall reflects on bad service, online feedback culture and…
The Friday song (on a Sunday): ‘Will It Go Round In Circles’ by Billy Preston
I haven’t had an opportunity to see the documentary Billy…
Ban Ki-moon’s (overly) simple fix for South Africa
The former UN secretary-general says South Africa should focus on…
The utility – and tragedy – of a boring budget
South Africa’s increasingly low-grade ambitions are writ large in this…
