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Khumalo uses fictional characters to illuminate a real, historical situation

New vision of a historical moment

The reader navigates themes such as migration, black masculinity, displacement, aspirations, racial identity and sexuality

Former United States President Donald Trump. Photo: Supplied

Trump’s hostility to immigration runs contrary to the facts

The United States administration’s inhumane treatment of migrants will not fix the system — it needs to be constructively overhauled, not destroyed

Staying put: Cultural producer Russel Hlongwane says remaining in Durban has given him space to tinker away from the limelight and build demand for his ideas. (Madelene Cronjé)

One’s move is another’s muse

Do all creatives need to migrate to bigger cities in order to enjoy successful careers?

Open online courses have put a spotlight on knowledge ownership within tertiary institutions.

Infographic: The rising tide of immigration from Africa to Europe and the US

African nations account for eight of the 10 fastest growing immigration populations since 2010 and the number of migrants is due to increase

(Ronen Zvulun/Reuters)

Home away from home: The rise of immigration from Africa to Europe and the US

Between 2010 and 2017, the number of people emigrating from sub-Saharan countries to other regions grew by 31%

Gift Ngoepe is the first black South African to be offered a professional baseball ­contract.

Born in the RSA – and big in the USA

They make up but a handful of the immigrant population to the US, but an impressive number of South Africans have risen to the top of their fields.

Researchers have established, for instance, that spatial apartheid contributes directly to Joburg’s chronic unemployment. (Gallo)

Deep Read: Gondwanaland – My trek from Sydney to Jo’burg

Sarah Britten doesn’t regret returning to Johannesburg after emigrating to Australia in 2008. Here’s why.

Withdrawing RA’s when emigrating

Can you withdraw your RA when you emigrate?

From Parkview in SA to Parkview in NY …

When crime and violence crept into our lives, we decided to make a move, writes Philippa Garson.

Jobs scarce abroad, but South Africans move away

Advertising executive Penny Holt loves South Africa but power cuts, a murky political climate and violent crime made her think about leaving.

Townships still home to many, but emigration beckons

More than half of the black middle class still live in townships, the majority of them by choice, the Future Fact research project said on Thursday.

More South Africans shipping out in troubled times

The number of South Africans who give emigration as the reason for selling their home has shot up in recent months.

South Africa’s mood sours

Convertible South Africans rate other countries above South Africa and are the most likely to emigrate.