A man reads a newspaper reporting Lindsey Graham's heart attack and death in 2026. A woman standing nearby reacts with surprise that the senator had a heart at all. The exchange highlights the swift and pointed responses from political figures to the obituary.
A modified shopping cart on large wheels draws comments from passersby about unaffordable gas and groceries. The scene on July 10 2026 captures ongoing economic strain from higher living costs. Passersby note the reminder of tight budgets for fuel and food. The image reflects persistent inflation concerns affecting household spending.
Zapiro's July 2026 cartoon mocks ANC renewal claims by showing the Minister of Social Development post swapped from Sisisi Tolashe to Dina Pule, with the party figure declaring removal of corrupt cadres only to replace them with others. The image responds to recent ANC efforts at internal reform and minister reshuffles in South Africa amid persistent allegations of cadre deployment and graft in government departments.
A two-panel cartoon contrasts a South African police officer in uniform demanding a pass during apartheid with a figure in traditional attire and South African flag sash making a similar demand in a modern setting. The bottom banner labels the comparison 'Apartheid Then and Now.' The work appears in the Daily Maverick dated 1-7-26 and is signed by Zapiro.
Zapiro cartoon from Daily Maverick shows two groups on a divided map shape. Upper figures walk with luggage on June 30. Lower cluster holds March and March sign and declares mission accomplished in speech bubble dated around June 29 2026.
On June 29, 2026, a cartoon depicts two castaways on a tiny desert island with a single palm tree. One man in a speech bubble declares he has no interest in rescue because the location spares him daily mentions of Trump. The image captures widespread public exhaustion with political coverage centered on the former president during a period of intense media focus.
A three-panel cartoon depicts a child on a smartphone questioning what to do all day if banned from social media. An adult holding a newspaper headlined 'NEW DIGITAL SAFETY ACT INTRODUCED' responds with suggestions to read a book, play a game or look up. The June 2026 image addresses proposed restrictions on youth digital access.
A two-panel scene shows a MAGA supporter in a red shirt stating belief in a Trump claim about vandalism, followed by an admission of constant acceptance despite a companion's skepticism about suspending disbelief.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa seeks a court interdict to halt impeachment proceedings tied to the Phala Phala farm scandal. The June 2026 cartoon depicts him warning of reputation damage while a Swiss-cheese figure highlights alleged forex issues, stalled investigations and ConCourt ruling delays that echo Jacob Zuma tactics.
Zapiro created this tribute illustration of Abdullah Ibrahim following the South African jazz pianist's death in 2026. The drawing shows Ibrahim at the keyboard with titles of his well-known works arrayed around him, including Mannenberg, District Six, Soweto Is Where It's At, African Suite, and others drawn from his discography spanning decades of performances rooted in Cape Town and broader African musical traditions.
A whimsical space scene places a snail on a soccer ball next to a ringed planet under a you are here sign pointing to a drain. The image captures a sense of smallness in the universe. The editorial position highlights the ongoing human tendency to feel insignificant when confronting vast cosmic scales and personal limitations.
A figure wearing an I love peace shirt shows smoke rising from the head, suggesting hidden danger amid claims of nonviolence. Surrounding individuals display shirts loving money, Paris, the USA, Italy and the euro. The scene highlights contradictions between stated ideals and actions in public discourse around security threats.
