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Zimbabwe turns 44 with little to celebrate, except if you ask Mnangagwa
SEE | Massive solar venture in Northern Cape: 1 million panels and bigger than 1 500 soccer fields
Nestlé adds sugar to baby food in SA and poorer nations, but not in rich ones, probe finds
'The new gold': Takealot in R150m drive to boost jobs and SMEs in Gauteng townships
Adverse weather conditions in KZN have killed more than 500 people since 2019 - Cogta MEC
Videos
WATCH | When politicians steal, patients suffer
DOCUMENTARY | How Thabo Bester wove a twisted web as the 'Facebook Rapist'
WATCH | Four injured in Cape Town shooting, assailants at large
WATCH | Gauteng EMS welcome 1 120 emergency care interns
WATCH | Between a rock and a walkway: Hermanus residents can't meet in the middle over footpath
WATCH | 'Gwami City' begins work to repair Lilian Ngoyi Street after July blast
DOCUMENTARY | Blood on the Tracks: The Battle for Cape Town's Central Line
WATCH | NSPCA finds 3 dead cattle, puts down 5 more on 'death ship' docked in Cape Town
WATCH | It's not for personal use, says Cele after Hawks receives 62 new cars
Life
South Africa
Good News: Shining a light on the bold, brave, glass-half-full people keeping SA going
Friday's weather: Fire risk for some regions in the Northern Cape as temperatures set to soar
Opposition parties say crises-hit Eastern Cape needs urgent intervention
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State of the Capital Address: Mayor says Tshwane is working hard to regain the trust of residents
Business
WhatsApp rolls out AI tool in SA - says messages still private (but users must watch what they say)
Meta has started to roll out its WhatsApp generative AI tool to select users in South Africa ahead of a wider launch.
ESKOM UPDATES | Lights on for 21 days - breaking a record last seen in 2022
SA households were financially healthier at year end, but the picture is still bleak - report
Business brief | Sun inks deal to mostly exit Nigeria, and Norway's wealth fund adds R1.9trn
Discovery Life pays over R10bn to clients in 2023 as Covid-19 hits recede
Sport
Simbine poses a question of style over sprinting prodigy Bayanda Walaza's running gait
Bayanda Walaza says his unorthodox sprinting gait, which has brought him the title of 'fastest teenager in the world', is the one battle he has consistently lost thus...
Hanekom free to play for Bulls after citing complaint is dismissed
IPL: Fiery Coetzee bags 3 wickets as Mumbai Indians down Punjab Kings
Saint Lawes lashes out at Bulls' White lies in Champs Cup: 'A very SA thing to do'
Leclerc says Ferrari will be closer to dominant Red Bull in Shanghai
Entertainment
SA cinema shake-up: Ster-Kinekor to close 9 local theatres – see which screens are set to go dark
Ster-Kinekor's bold move: 236 jobs cut and 9 cinemas closing in SA's cinema shake-up. A pivotal moment for entertainment as the local industry faces a dramatic...
Jojo defends Nonku's fun factor against Slee's 'light shade' as RHOD drama unravels in season 4
US singer Ashanti announces pregnancy and engagement to Nelly
Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan battle over Magic Mike money in divorce trial
Déjà Vu? Moja Love courts controversy again as new presenter Xolani Maphanga faces criminal charges
World
'Concealing ownership of assets': Prosecutors seek 12-year sentences for 'Panama Papers' accused
The prosecution sought 12-year prison sentences for the founders of a now-defunct law firm at the centre of the so-called "Panama Papers" tax evasion scandal.
DEVELOPING | Israel will 'regret' any attack, Iran tells Security Council
'You are my son, I love you and I will always pray for you': Stabbed Sydney bishop forgives attacker
Tsunami fears as 11 000 evacuated in Indonesia over Ruang volcano eruption
'No-nonsense' Judge Merchan puts Donald Trump in his place during pornstar case
Africa
The UK reportedly hopes to use Botswana as a deportation destination similar to Rwanda
The United Kingdom's push to send migrants to Rwanda this week again faced resistance from the House of Commons and House of Lords.
Burundi appeals for aid as rains, floods displace 100,000
Heineken shuts two plants in Nigeria as forex costs bite
With war responsibilities mounting, Africa's minerals look increasingly important to US
Church vs state: Catholic Archdiocese decries 'degrading treatment' of cardinal by DRC officials
Arts + Culture
Trial by Media: Opera about Oscar Pistorius court case is as weird as it sounds
Trial by Media opened the Opera Shorts - A Festival of Pocket Operas on 11 April. The event runs until 21 April at Artscape's Arena Theatre.
Metropolitan Museum of Art unveils a new vision: Celebrating 3000 years of African heritage
Back to Black: Amy Winehouse biopic reviewed by an alcohol expert
'Mother Nature loves throwing surprises our way': Corona Sunsets Festival delayed due to Cape storms
Top music artists from Billie Eilish to J Balvin rally against AI's 'predatory' impact in open...
Relationships
Finding strength in rejection: Lessons from Kai Cenat and Tyla's live stream letdown
Rejection is a pretty hard pill to swallow - especially after you've already picked out wedding outfits and children's names. Luckily, there are ways you can move past...
'I'm confused about my sexuality' – Dr Louise answers your burning questions
Fitness flirts and benching baes: 10 top tips for turning the gym into a romance hotspot
OPINION | Clandestine lobola negotiations mean that it's not dodgy to 'get married' at night
'I'm torn': Bride-to-be shares dilemma after fiancé's daughter shreds her gown days before wedding
Motoring
SEE | Chery only has 3 models for sale in SA, yet it was the top-selling brand in March
It seems there's no stopping the local Chery train because the automaker was the fifth best-selling automaker for passenger vehicles in March.
How popular is Ford's Puma in SA? Sales in 2024 so far versus 3 key rivals
DRIVEN | Mercedes-Benz launches refreshed 2024 GLS SUV range in SA
WATCH | Sleek and swift: Omoda C5 GT SUV blazes trails with sporty flair under R600 000
Third time's a charm: High hopes Volkswagen's new SA-built SUV will boost Kariega plant
Wellness
A drastic measure for weight loss? Here's a nutritionist's take on 'slimming wires'
Over the last few months, weight loss jaw wiring or 'slimming wires' has shot to popularity, despite having been around for ages.
Wearing the wrong bra size can lead to bigger problems than discomfort
Fat profits vs fit public: Can SA food giants balance rands and responsibilities to combat obesity?
'I felt empowered': Four South Africans share how a late Autism diagnosis unveiled new life chapters
Good food, bad carbs? You don’t need to stop eating these foods to lose weight
Books
REVIEW | Isobel Dixon's poems in A Whistling of Birds form a rich and extensive tapestry
Isobel Dixon's 'A Whistling of Birds' is a poetic tapestry weaving, exploring the beauty of being through verse.
Coming to FLF: Oscar van Heerden on why the ANC is falling apart
Three cooks who are brilliant at cooking the books
A Tale of Survival: Salman Rushdie reflects on his journey of resilience in upcoming 'Knife' memoir
Coming to FLF: Irene Muchemi-Ndiritu to talk about writing the African diaspora
Wine
WINE 101 EVENTS | The plight of Australian wine and Australian Young Gun Wines in SA
Radford Dale Imports is spotlighting premium cool-climate Australian Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from small producers with a tasting event in Cape Town on 18 April 2024.
RATINGS | The Sylvia Plath of SA Chardonnay: Draaiboek Wines
FEATURE | In defence of the Eastern wind: The resurrection of Vriesenhof
Kanonkop fastest climber on the World's Most Admired Wine Brand List of 2024 at 12th place
A legacy of Vermaaklikheid: In memory of winemaker Arco Laarman
Travel
How much it costs to use the fast-track security lanes in SA airports - with or without a bank card
You can access fast-track lanes at security and passport control at two South African airports from R110 per month - with a few catches.
Five changes to look out for on your next visit to The Saxon
Exploring the history, ancient baobabs, and vast birdlife of Kruger’s fabled Pafuri region
Bumped from a flight? Learn all about airline overbooking in South Africa and your rights as a...
6 events that let you run or cycle through nature reserves like Timbavati and Serengeti
Food
What home cooks need to know about fermentation
Eat Out judges express their heartfelt sorrow over the passing of food icon Peter Veldsman
Batch cocktails: the rising trend in mixology
It’s all in the label: What to look for when buying baby food
Legendary Soweto restaurant Sakhumzi has opened at Zoo Lake
City Press
Flamboyant Free State forex trader's house attached by Asset Forfeiture Unit
The flashy forex trader could lose his house to the state as the police trace victims' money
Julius Malema courts Jacob Zuma, and criticises Mandela
Ekurhuleni church rocked by sex scandal, top pastor accused of sexual assault out on R1000 bail
'Stokvel cash motive' for EC grandmother's gruesome murder by her two grandsons
Influencer Inno Morolong released on R2000 bail after being arrested for contempt of court
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Sunrises, Narnia, and hobbit money – 10 fun reasons you need to visit New Zealand
Beauty24 | Let’s debunk these common skincare myths
120 years of excellence – Rhodes University is celebrating in style
Careers24
Unmasking the Surprising Earning Potential of Blue-Collar Work in South Africa
Often overshadowed by white-collar professions, blue-collar work in South Africa is beginning to garner the recognition it deserves.
Leveraging AI to Boost Your Job Prospects: A Guide for Modern Job Seekers
Before You Quit: Key Considerations for a Graceful Exit
The Smart Work Manifesto: 8 Strategies for Amplifying Your Productivity Without Burning Out
Navigating New Job Opportunities in the New Year: A Strategic Guide for the South African Market
Property24
Lower inflation gives homeowners hope for an interest rate cut, but what is keeping the rate so high
An interest rate cut will no doubt be a strong boost for the next uptick in the market.
Highly Anticipated Millview Development Set to Launch in Table View, Cape Town
What you need to know about the tiny home trend
What's new in the world of luxury home trends
How to get rid of musty smells in your house
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