Feature
William Sadiki fought in World War II. But he couldn’t afford to go to last week’s R172-million military parade
107-year-old Native Military Corps veteran couldn’t attend Armed Forces Day in Thohoyandou
By Anton van Zyl and Maanda Bele
Feature | 27 February 2026
This might be the worst Master’s Office in the country
Lawyers says backlogs in Mbombela have created an “unacceptable” situation with people waiting lengthy periods for routine matters to be finalised
By Justin Brown
Feature | 24 February 2026
Johannesburg Master’s Office: allegations of corruption and incompetence
“If you don’t pay the cooldrink money, your things are not going to get done”
By Justin Brown
Feature | 17 February 2026
Langeberg water restrictions caused by lack of planning
Summer water restrictions in Robertson and surrounding towns are not due to a lack of water
Feature | 17 February 2026
Lesotho’s failed multi-million rand high-altitude sports centre
The decaying Rapokolana facility was built in 2005 but has never been fully operational. It is a missed opportunity for athletes from South Africa and Lesotho.
Feature | 29 January 2026
Ethics company told to pay back Lottery money
ProEthics and its director Dr Janette Minnaar tried to stop us publishing this article
Feature | 21 January 2026
Elections 2026: ANC is bleeding seats in this failing Northern Cape municipality
Water, waste, fire and finances — Siyancuma is a mess
Feature | 15 January 2026
St Lucia fishers take government to court
Celempilo Mduli was shot dead by rangers while fishing at night. Five years later, his family is still seeking answers.
Feature | 14 January 2026
Literacy crisis: why Makhanda matters
Two interventions show what can and what can’t be done
By Jane Viedge
Feature | 15 December 2025