Today’s Daily: A Tragic Fire and Broken Promises in South Africa

The fire that killed at least 76 people in Johannesburg last week is raising questions about chaos and dysfunction in Africa's richest city.

September 8, 2023, 6:03 a.m. Eastern time This is how the news should sound. Twenty minutes a day, five days a week, hosted by Michael Barbaro and Sabrina Tavernise and powered by New York Times journalism. Contact us: thedaily@nytimes.com. Kim Ludbrook/EPA, via Shutterstock A Tragic Fire and Broken Promises in South Africa The fire that killed at least 76 people in Johannesburg last week is raising questions about chaos and dysfunction in Africa's richest city. Open now Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Today's Daily from The New York Times. To stop receiving Today's Daily, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018