What to Watch

South Africa’s apex court is edging closer to a highly anticipated ruling on the controversial Phala Phala matter involving President Cyril Ramaphosa. The Constitutional Court of South Africa has confirmed that judgment is at an advanced stage and is expected within the next month. The case centres on whether Parliament…

If you’re looking for something to stream, watch, or experience live - this week’s picks have you covered. Entertainment commentator Leroy Marc shines the spotlight on gripping political drama The Trials of Winnie Mandela, now streaming on Netflix. On the big screen, The Blue Trail is making waves in cinemas,…

This week’s music feature dives into the rich storytelling tradition of Maskandi. Musicologist Dr Sheldon Rocha Leal explores the genre’s cultural roots and modern evolution, spotlighting standout tracks like Paris by Mthandeni SK and Lwah Ndlunkulu, Ma-Afrika by Ihhashi Elimhlophe, and Kuye by Sjava and Jesse Clegg.

In this week’s Legal Matters, Nthabiseng Dubazana unpacks a complex case where a court stepped in to authorise life-saving surgery for a six-year-old child after the parents refused on religious and traditional grounds. She also looks at a separate case involving fraud and admission as a legal practitioner, and more.

A fragile two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran has paused weeks of escalating conflict that threatened a wider regional war. Brokered by Pakistan, the truce has eased pressure on global shipping routes, with Iran allowing movement through the Strait of Hormuz again. But despite the breakthrough, tensions remain…