The Weekend Wrap What Trump's tariffs mean for SA, and when the Gaza genocide became undeniable — all in the week's wrap.

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Everything you need to know about the US-SA tariffs
The Trump administration has set a non-negotiable deadline of 1 August for imposing new tariffs on the countries with which the US trades. Here's where South Africa stands.
By Rebecca Davis
The shunning — Jewish identity and belonging in a time of genocide in Gaza
When the history books are written, the month of July 2025 is likely to go down as a turning point – a month when precisely engineered famine and the indiscriminate slaughter by tank- and rifle-fire of the starving left the world in little doubt that Israel was committing a horrendous genocide in Gaza. But would this also be the month that enough Jews saw the truth?
By Kevin Bloom
State Capture and the failure to implement the Zondo Commission's recommendations
The Zondo Commission provides a valuable framework to eradicate State Capture and we must begin implementing its recommendations. We simply cannot afford another nine wasted years.
By Letlhogonolo Letshele
How UK investment is powering South Africa's jobs revolution
UK investment and partnerships are turbocharging South African jobs, housing and digital markets — with real on-the-ground impact.
By Lisakanya Venna
Cricket's great divide: Elite schools still shaping the sport globally
Top elite cricket countries such as South Africa, England and Australia continue to draw heavily from private education systems. In these nations, cricket success seems almost tied to one's school uniform. If cricket boards want to promote equity and competitiveness, they will need to broaden the talent search by investing in grassroots cricket infrastructure in under-resourced areas.
By Habib Noorbhai
The 'soft vengeance' of Albie Sachs takes centre stage in exhibition at Zeitz Mocaa
A new exhibition showcases Albie Sachs' 'soft vengeance' through art in a tribute to artists, freedom fighters, cultural workers and social justice advocates who gave of themselves in the ongoing pursuit of collective liberation.
By Kristin Engel
Piles of sh*t — solutions to Africa's nappy pollution crisis
Plastic pollution was a big-ticket item at a recent meeting of African environment ministers in Nairobi. The experience of communal farmers in the Eastern Cape, who are tackling single-use nappies polluting their veld, shows that we need a whole-of-society response to stop indestructible plastics from befouling our environment, bodies and economy.
By Leonie Joubert
Watch – Inner voices: What if you don't have one?
Some people don't have an 'inner voice', but maybe those who do shouldn't be smug.
By Marianne Thamm
In rhythm with the land: The quiet strength of everyday village life
In this photo essay, Daily Maverick photojournalist Felix Dlangamandla visits Bulungula village, along the Eastern Cape's Wild Coast.
By Felix Dlangmandla
Journey through Kimberley: Explore the legends, battlefields and vibrant life of the diamond city
Discover the secrets of Kimberley — a well-known, old city shaped by conflict, captivating characters and, most of all, diamonds.
By Chris Marais
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Seven-hour lamb shank and date tagine
I didn't think I'd be able to fit these four large lamb shanks into my tagine, but with a bit of careful rearranging, there they were, out of sight behind the conical lid.
By Tony Jackman
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