Salim Abdool Karim: South Africa’s voice of reason
As the national oracle on the likely course of the Covid-19 pandemic, the expert on infectious diseases has helped guide the country through darkness and uncertainty.
Stories by: Gulshan Khan
From violence, the gentle harmonies of isicathamiya
Ladysmith is steeped in the bloody history of the South African War, of which there is little account of black lives lost. Yet it is home to the delicate choral sounds of Ladysmith Black Mambazo.
What killed two toddlers at a Limpopo hospital?
The families of the two children who died at Dr CN Phatudi Hospital face a lengthy wait for answers from the provincial health department as they try to make sense of their childrens’ sudden deaths.
Labour brokers are sidestepping the law, says Numsa
The ongoing strike at ArcelorMittal has brought the issue of noncompliance with Labour Relations Act amendments regarding temporary workers to the fore.
Traditional authority and state in conflict in the Free State
The Thaba Nchu clan is fighting to reclaim its land, for acknowledgement by the state in line with other traditional leaders and, ultimately, its very survival.
Samthing Soweto harmonises with history
Samkelo Mdolomba has refined his vocal talent over time, drawing on past life and musical experiences to hone his unique sound.
Hairstylist takes braiding treat to Limpopo village
Sevingwani Mathonsi gave a gift to Ka-Mzilela, her home village in Limpopo, when she braided the hair of children there as a Christmas season treat.
Marievale activist’s house petrol bombed
With the community refusing to leave the army base on which they have lived for 20 years, the dispute has turned vicious, with intimidation escalating to potentially deadly acts.
Marievale residents react to setback in court
Disappointed after the defence minister and army were found not in contempt of court, evicted residents say that they don’t ‘have power as people’.
SANDF illegally evicts Marievale residents
After an illegal eviction from an abandoned army base, carried out at gunpoint, the SANDF has ignored a court order preventing further evictions.
Thuso Mbedu: Re-(act)ing to a ‘lethal’ industry
With days to go before the 46th International Emmy Awards, New Frame caught up with Thuso Mbedu, who has been nominated again.
Zingiswa Losi: From KwaZakhele to Cosatu House
Cosatu’s first female president speaks to New Frame about what it has taken for her to get to the top.