Tag: carte blanche

Saving Senekal Five years ago, it made headlines for all the wrong reasons; the murder of a young farmer unleashed unrest and exposed the distrust simmering beneath the surface of this small town. But Senekal, nestled in the Eastern Free State, is quietly rewriting its story through community-led restoration, unexpected alliances, and a shared vision… Continue reading Coming Up On Carte Blanche 28 December 2025

“The Carte Blanche Making a Difference Trust is not about us.  It’s about the hundreds of thousands of children it has offered a lifeline to over more than a decade and a half.  But it’s also about the dedicated donors and partners who’ve helped bring a dream to life and to whom we are eternally… Continue reading Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 21 December 2025

“This Sunday, we depart from our usual format to discuss an issue at the centre of much of our recent reporting: whether we’ve become a mafia state. It’s a question other media colleagues have debated for some time, but our investigations into how criminal elements have infiltrated the state mean we’re able to provide important… Continue reading Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 7 December 2025

“We’ve done our fair share of stories detailing the numerous government failings when it comes to basic education for all. This week’s story is no different. But somehow, we’re left feeling more angered than usual. And, once you’ve watched Sunday’s show, we’re sure you’ll understand why.” Forgotten and Failing Special needs schools across KwaZulu-Natal are… Continue reading Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 30 November 2025

“From lack of accountability to outright political insolence – forgive us if we are at a loss for words regarding this week’s Carte Blanche offering.” Politics Without Consequence Nearly three years ago, Carte Blanche exposed a convicted child rapist holding public office as executive mayor of a small town. Three years later, not much has… Continue reading Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 23 November 2025

“To be perfectly honest, I’ve written and re-written this week’s quote multiple times. I feel almost obliged to say something meaningful about the botched investigation into the Murray murders or the revelations around the dark side of gymnastics, but worry that my sentiments will ring hollow. In repeating my thoughts on the indifference of our… Continue reading Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 16 November 2025