Mail & Guardian

Editorial: Marikana wounds linger

As the 14th anniversary of the Marikana massacre approaches, the article reflects on the tragic day in 2012 when police killed 34 striking miner…

The woman who believes words can change lives

During the Covid-19 pandemic, Mo Senne discovered the true power of communication, transforming it from mere media coverage into a vital tool fo…

Poet, provocateur, now mayoral hopeful

South African poet, musician, and social activist Ntsiki Mazwai, known for her outspoken views, is now the Land Party's mayoral candidate for Jo…

Before 1956, there was 1913: The forgotten women of the first pass war

While South Africa celebrates the women of 1956, this article sheds light on the largely forgotten women of 1913. Exactly 43 years earlier, thou…

Women in politics face 'a struggle within a struggle'

ANC second deputy secretary-general Nomvula Mokonyane describes being a female leader in politics as "a struggle within a struggle," emphasizing…

The women holding power to account

As South Africa celebrates Women's Day, discover the influential women leading the Madlanga commission of inquiry, investigating political inter…

Women should not have to perform wellness to be valued

South Africa celebrates women's strength, but for those with chronic illnesses like lupus, resilience can be a dangerous compliment. This articl…

Africa's women have invented finance's future

Across Africa, women are driving financial innovation through community finance groups like stokvels. These sophisticated institutions pool mone…

Top ranger Nomcebo Tshabalala is SANParks torchbearer for women

Assistant section ranger Nomcebo Tshabalala stands undaunted in the male-dominated world of Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, passionately protectin…

Buhle Phiwe Hlatshwayo: Building Bigger Tables for Africa's Future

Buhle Phiwe Hlatshwayo's career is a testament to relentless reinvention, from political journalist to diplomat and now president of the Cheveni…

West Coast Teachers Enhance Science Skills with Inquiry-Based Physics & Astronomy Training

Advancing Knowledge NPC (AK NPC) concluded its 2026 professional development programme for Natural Sciences teachers from the West Coast Educati…

Dineo Mahlatsi Mashia

For Dineo Mahlatsi Mashia, a chicken is more than food - it is the foundation of an entire agricultural ecosystem. The 34-year-old entrepreneur…

Hlumelo Xaba

Democracy does not begin at the ballot box. It begins when citizens understand how power works and how to hold it accountable. Hlumelo Xaba is h…

Dr Xola Nduku

The future of agriculture will be shaped as much by innovation as by the farmers who feed the nation. For Dr Xola Nduku, 34, science is not conf…

Ramasela Milly Matlou

Ramasela Milly Matlou, 35, ensures that one of South Africa's most influential regulators communicates with clarity, credibility and purpose, pr…

Namhla Dotwana

Namhla Dotwana has built her business on transforming generations of indigenous knowledge into a thriving enterprise that celebrates African bot…

Jordan Craig Lotriet

Jordan Craig Lotriet has built his career on believing that effective local government begins with listening to communities and turning their co…

Zine Magadlela

For Zine Magadlela, leadership is not about waiting for a seat at the table - it is about building one. At 28, the founder and president of the…