Daily Maverick
South Africa · English · Digital
A South African news outlet covering politics, culture, and international affairs with a focus on local and regional issues.
- 22 stories today
- 34/day · 7-day avg
- Top beat: Society
- Tracked since 2026
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Today’s stories
- CHILD PREGNANCIES: DA calls on SAHRC to investigate ‘systemic breakdown’ in child rape casesThe DA reported that only 110 out of 798 child pregnancies in South Africa were reported to police, citing systemic failures in reporting and prosecution of child sexual abuse cases.
- Newsletters: I have a picture for you! 06 June-12 June 2026The article outlines guidelines for submitting photos to First Thing, requiring subscriptions and high-resolution landscape images with a weekly limit of 20 entries.
- WEEKEND WRAP: Feroz Khan’s Madlanga backfire, rogue planning tribunal, and Bafana Bafana unpackedThe article covers political issues in Cape Town, legal challenges involving Feroz Khan, conservation problems at Kirstenbosch, and Bafana Bafana's World Cup loss, along with other topics.
- THEATRE REVIEW: Killer Queen: Fierce young talent defying the laws of gravityA vibrant dance show celebrating Queen's music and Freddie Mercury's legacy, featuring young talent and diverse choreography.
- MADLANGA COMMISSION: DD or didn’t he? Cocaine bust witness questioned about apparent David Mabuza messageGauteng traffic official Samuel Mashaba faced questioning at the Madlanga Commission about alleged messages referencing former deputy president David Mabuza and other political figures during a cocaine bust investigation.
- BRILLIANT MINDS: Daily Maverick adds Mondli Makhanya to its editorial roster before local government electionsDaily Maverick adds Mondli Makhanya, a prominent journalist, as a regular columnist for political analysis ahead of South Africa's 2026 local government elections.
- RECORD CHASE: All eyes on Gerda Steyn’s fifth title bid at the Comrades MarathonGerda Steyn seeks her fifth Comrades Marathon title, while Tete Dijana aims for his first 'up run' victory, with a record R8.2-million prize purse attracting elite competitors.
- Fire breaks out at New Zealand's Wellington airport, disrupting flightsA fire at Wellington airport led to evacuations and flight disruptions, with no injuries reported.
- China arrests US scholar of Myanmar on suspicion of spyingChina has arrested US scholar Min Zin on suspicion of espionage and endangering national security, with the US and China working to stabilize their relationship.
- David Hockney, the British artist who went in search of Californian colour, dies at 88David Hockney, the British artist celebrated for his colorful depictions of California, has died at 88. He moved to California in the 1960s and remained active in his art career, creating works until his death.
- Trump's grand sporting season begins with UFC fights on White House lawnTrump's administration hosted UFC fights on the White House lawn and an IndyCar race in Washington, D.C., as part of efforts to promote the 2028 Olympics and enhance his geopolitical image, drawing criticism for 'sportswashing' and praise as a display of American soft power.
- TAKING STOCK: What went wrong for Bafana Bafana against Mexico and what they must changeSouth Africa's Bafana Bafana suffered a 2-0 defeat against Mexico in their 2026 World Cup opener, with defensive tactics and red cards contributing to their loss.
- KEEPING TABS: Pricey World Cup keeps fans away, hits US hotels, airlinesThe World Cup's expected travel and tourism boost in the US has not materialized due to high ticket prices, visa issues, and logistical challenges, leading to lower hotel bookings and flight cancellations.
- CHEEP CHEAP LUXURY: Chicken liver — nutritious and delicious but divisiveChicken livers are nutritious, affordable, and environmentally beneficial, but require proper cooking and moderation.
- CAPE CLASSICS REVISITED: Nelson’s Eye and Magica Roma, still among the Cape’s bestThe article revisits Nelson's Eye and Magica Roma, two long-standing restaurants in Cape Town that have maintained their traditional charm and quality over decades.