National Human Rights Commission highlights failure to protect children in Enyobeni Tavern case By Aarti Bhana The commission released its final investigative report into the alcohol-related tragedy that claimed 21 young people’s lives in Buffalo City in 2022 This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your Free Account The Mail & Guardian is committed to providing all our readers with the best possible experience. Please register your free account now. Your registration is your first step to becoming an M&G community member. Register Registration enables: – M&G newsletters access – notifications – the best possible experience Already registered? Login here Want to subscribe and get even more benefits? Explore our subscription offers Opinion The opening season is open By Paddy Harper Analysis 30 YEARS OF DEMOCRACY: SA’s economy neither Gear nor there By Sarah Smit Politics 30 YEARS OF DEMOCRACY: Thirty and thriving, or barely surviving? By Aarti Bhana Sponsored Partner Content The impending significance of the NHI Bill By Sponsored
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Politics DA’s new economic policy aims to relieve debt burden, support small businesses By Lyse Comins The party has proposed an economic turnaround strategy to support small businesses, boost economic growth, protect work seekers and create 2 million jobs
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Toxic acid mine water continues to rise underground on East Rand By Sheree Bega The situation is frightening, says an anonymous source who used to work at the department of water and sanitation This content is restricted to subscribers only. Join the M&G Community Our commitment at the Mail & Guardian is to ensure every reader enjoys the finest experience. Join the M&G community and support us in delivering in-depth news to you consistently. Subscribe Subscription enables: – M&G community membership – independent journalism – access to all premium articles & features – a digital version of the weekly newspaper – invites to subscriber-only events – the opportunity to test new online features first Already a subscriber? Login here.
Battle continues over coal mining in the Mabola Protected Environment By Sheree Bega A coalition of environmental justice organisations says the proposed coal mine will have an adverse effect on the functioning of downstream ecosystems This content is restricted to subscribers only. Join the M&G Community Our commitment at the Mail & Guardian is to ensure every reader enjoys the finest experience. Join the M&G community and support us in delivering in-depth news to you consistently. Subscribe Subscription enables: – M&G community membership – independent journalism – access to all premium articles & features – a digital version of the weekly newspaper – invites to subscriber-only events – the opportunity to test new online features first Already a subscriber? Login here.
Explainer: How new government standards will affect solar and battery energy bidders By Mandisa Nyathi One of the biggest difficulties the sector faces is securing permits and licences crucial for project commencement
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North West University Prof Bismark lauds Springboks as Newsmaker of the Year The World Cup-winning Springboks were named the 2023 Newsmaker of the Year by the National Press Club.