Books

Father of Man by Dr Njabulo James Nkosi explores the complexities of modern masculinity, challenging superficial and performative notions of manhood.

From page-turning suspense by Michael Connelly to thoughtful reflection, this week’s reviews explore AI ethics, justice, identity and resilience

The huge success of 'The Polygamist' on Netflix has introduced thousands of people to author Sue Nyathi’s bestselling novel, but copyright campaigners say many readers are finding the book through illegally shared PDF copies instead of buying it.

Nadia Davids discusses her book 'Cape Fever' with Mila de Villiers.

How a memoir about the Soweto uprising became an unexpected journey into buried secrets, inherited trauma and healing for a BBC journalist.

An edited extract from the book ‘Tsietsi Mashinini’, about the first leader of the Soweto Students’ Representative Council, by Sam Mathe

Maggie O’Farrell talks to Sue de Groot about her latest novel, "Land", which explores our search for that elusive place called home

This is an extract from ‘Faith & Defiance: The Life of Sally Motlana’ by Mukoni Ratshitanga. The veteran activist, who played a leading role in the South African Council of Churches and was president of the Black Housewives League, died in 2023 aged 96

Bron Sibree chats to Val McDermid about her latest book 'Silent Bones'.

Catriona Ross explores witchy wisdom and spiritual journeys in her Cape Town mystery novel

Books: Q&A with author Sven Axelrad following the release of his latest book, ‘The Dogs of Vivo’.

Imraan Coovadia’s novel follows Mac Mackenjee, a tax collector who navigates South Africa’s complex political landscape, exposing corruption and the powerful figures who protect themselves at the expense of justice.

Technological advances reshape the battlefield as world braces for uncertainty

New week, new read! 2020-fix is here and ‘Fawning' by Dr Ingrid Clayton is your shelf-help book of the week.

First Library Trilogy novel enchants with mystery, emotion and vast world-building