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Through interviews and behind-the-scenes discussions, Spotlight Theatre Talk explores the people and processes that bring productions to life

Joburg Theatre launches podcast to take audiences behind the curtain

Through interviews and behind-the-scenes discussions, Spotlight Theatre Talk explores the people and processes that bring productions to life

IEC chief executive, Sy Mamabolo. (IEC/X)

376 000 new voters register via online portal, says electoral commission

The IEC launched “Beats for My Peeps” election edutainment programme which will air on SABC1 on 3 June at 18:00 to encourage youth voter participation

The Competition Commission delivers its final Market Inquiry report to Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition Parks Tau at the Sandton Hotel. Joined by Competition Commissioner Doris Tshepe and Deputy Commissioner James Hodge were in attendance.  – Photo:  The Competition Commission

Competition regulation is essential for inclusive growth

In ensuring that markets remain open for all, the Competition Commission’s work cultivates the right conditions for new and growing businesses, including black-owned businesses,…

There is nothing inherently magical about a newspaper. Socially, sure, the beautiful thing about a physical copy is that it can be shared, passed around and collectively leafed through. But that’s not what makes it great.
South Africa’s youngest news consumers are disengaging from traditional journalism.

Young people don’t relate to traditional news sources

Young people consume large amounts of news, but journalists are struggling to connect with them on the platforms and through the formats they prefer

Today, many people across Africa are able to watch their favourite movies and TV shows seamlessly on YouTube and other streaming apps like Netflix without worrying too much about buffers.

As mobile internet speeds rise, Africans are spending more time streaming

The move online due to Covid-19 restrictions further boosted the demand for such services by people on the continent

For the few black people who ‘make it’ to justice, there are many more who struggle to access their basic human rights. (John McCann/M&G)

Racism is still alive and well

For the few black people who ‘make it’ to justice, there are many more who struggle to access their basic human rights

In this photo illustration the Facebook logo seen displayed on a smartphone. (Photo Illustration by Rafael Henrique/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

To fix Facebook, we need to socialise the networks

There are strong reasons to doubt that competitive capitalism will fix social media networks

Former Facebook employee and whistleblower Frances Haugen testifies before a Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation hearing on Capitol Hill, October 5, 2021, in Washington, DC. (Photo by Jim Watson/AFP)

Facebook needs a facelift

Steven Hill thinks “digital operating permits” could be the key to reining in tech giants and protecting their users.

Director David Lynch and Emily Stofle at the Cannes Film Festival in 2017. (Matthias Nareyek/Getty Images)

Meghna Singh and Simon Wood’s five creative inspirations behind ‘Container’

The creative partners behind the short virtual reality film ‘Container’ share their sources of inspiration

Nwabisa Mda, Thembe Mahlaba and Bongeka Masango are the trio behind the YouTube channel Pap Culture. (Photo courtesy of Pap Culture)

The day Thembe Mahlaba won an Emmy award

Thembe Mahlaba, one third of Pap Culture, recounts how the channel got into its groove

Magical work: For Tiffany Kagure Mugo, writing about sex has been a journey of learning and unlearning.   (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)

The Portfolio: Sex writer Tiffany Kagure Mugo

Writing about sex has come a long way from the advice dished out by the local ‘married Aunty’. At times, Tiffany Mugo has felt like she’s faking it

As the economy takes a beating, digital tools may help your job search and career upskilling journey

Finding opportunities among the challenges of South Africa’s current crisis

As the economy takes a beating, digital tools may help your job search and career upskilling journey

After two decades reporting from front lines I’ve learned that truth in conflict is rarely clean. Photo: Said Khatib/AFP

Israel’s war on the truth

The government’s spokesperson has posted tweets and videos that have nothing to do with the current conflict with Palestinians

(John McCann/M&G)

Inside Facebook’s big bet on Africa

New undersea cables will massively increase bandwidth to the continent

Bokani Dyer, pictured here with his father Steve Dyer, is among the musicians participating in International Jazz Day (Rafs Mayet)
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Celebrating International Jazz Day at home

Here’s a look back at how the annual International Jazz Day, now in its 9th year, has been celebrated across the world.

Chief Daddy is one of the many Nollywood films you can watch on Netflix over the Easter weekend. (Netflix)
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The Virtual Weekend Guide

Get into your lockdown long-weekend mood with at home entertainment ranging from Netflix, music concerts, cook-alongs to yoga sessions

Doctor Fundile Nyati may not be on the physical frontline of the battle to contain the Covid-19 pandemic, but every day the employee health and wellness specialist takes the fight online.

Meet Doctor Fundile Nyati: South Africa’s own online medical mythbuster

The employee health and wellness specialist is using social media to combat misinformation about Covid-19

Catch artists like Erykah Badu, DJ Shimza, Little Dragon, DJ Zinhle, Quest Love and others online at anytime. (Tony Krash)
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Get your quarantine on — the best in virtual entertainment

With everyone settling into an indoors routine or starting to lose it because of cabin fever, this guide should remind you that creativity and beauty still exist, virtually…

Listen to the cool sounds of Shabaka and the Ancestors
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I Don’t Go Outside

Seeing that all gatherings of a 100 or more people have been prohibited, below is a list of things you could do with your time while you self isolate

Using AI without critical reflection widens the gap between relevance and convenience.

Learning in the time of Covid-19

WIth classes being cancelled due to the outbreak of the virus, the academic enterprise can be salvaged through the use of technology