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Columnist Calland captures state capture for stage – The Mail & Guardian

A new play by a new playwright explores shenanigans in South Africa’s politics

Financial pressures on press are risking quality of independent media

South Africa’s strong history of robust and independent media is facing many challenges, including financial pressures and the increasing influence of powerful interests.

Not playing … what happened to the role models? – The Mail & Guardian

Playwright Richard Calland describes the main character “Uncle” as being a Mac Maharaj-like figure with other ANC-types thrown into the mix

Aficionado notes brilliant use of music in state capture play – The Mail & Guardian

The political drama about corruption and power is clever, gripping and insightful

'A pool is a security feature… as is a chicken coop' - Twitterati respond to Nkandla findings

President Jacob Zuma will have to pay back precisely zero for Nkandla security upgrades according to the minister of police. That is right - you won't even get a token amount.In her report on Nkandla‚ Public Protector Thuli Madonsela found that Zuma had enjoyed undue benefits from 'non-security-related' upgrades and recommended that he pay back a reasonable portion of the costs.

The similarities between the playbooks of Julius Malema and Donald Trump

Donald Trump and Julius Malema share a habit of insulting people and processes with whom they disagree, with veiled incitements to violence.

Watch: Trevor Noah, new host of the Daily Show - Brand South Africa

South African comedian Trevor Noah is to replace the legendary Jon Stewart as host of the US Daily Show when Stewart steps down later this year after 15 years. Reaction to the news took over social media across the world yesterday. We bring some you the best responses - and video of Noah's best performances. SA Facts

Farewell Eusebius – family and friends pay tribute to t...

At his memorial on Tuesday, family and friends remembered the unique power of broadcaster Eusebius McKaiser's voice in our democratic landscape.

Cyber-misogyny and the trolls behind the glass ceiling

South African media figures discuss democracy

South African political commentators and journalists spoke about topics like the state of democracy and the energy crisis in South Africa.