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They need to be in nine (second) shape to go at me, Simbine warns pretenders to 100m crown
Two months on and still no sign of Joshlin Smith – police rubbish rumours she was seen in Saldanha
Police search for missing student last seen in Mowbray on Monday
EXCERPT | 'To end her young life': What really happened between AKA and Anele?
Mkhwebane wants Gcaleka hit with personal, punitive costs order for opposing her gratuity challenge
Life
South Africa
Good News: Shining a light on the bold, brave, glass-half-full people keeping SA going
'Cop out': Rise Mzansi opposes DA's call for devolution of policing powers to solve crime
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Fraud-accused director who won R2.2 million SANDF tender now claims to be an Uber driver
More than 200 nurses who completed community service in North West to stage sit-in to demand jobs
Business
'Haven't had that for ten-odd years:' SA's next govt must make growth top priority, says PSG
PSG Financial Services CEO Francois Gouws is hoping common sense will prevail after the 29 May election and that economic growth is made the top priority.
Nestlé adds sugar to baby food in SA and poorer nations, but not in rich ones, probe finds
Chinese retailer Temu's entry causes digital marketing costs to soar, says Takealot
Transnet ordered to release confidential information to Sasol amid tariff disputes
SEE | Massive solar venture in Northern Cape: 1 million panels and bigger than 1 500 soccer fields
Sport
Leinster's Nienaber returns to SA primed to finally win over last of the Irish doubters
Jacques Nienaber's somewhat muted return to South Africa with Leinster has highlighted the mixed reactions between his home country and Ireland over his new gig.
LIVE | Stroll quickest in Chinese Grand Prix practice after small track-side fire
Atalanta eliminate Liverpool from Europa League as Klopp's final season suffers new blow
Kolisi, Nienaber lead strong rugby showing for SA Sports Awards
FT | Europa League: Atalanta (3) 0-1 (1) Liverpool
Entertainment
Leaving it all in DUST: Priddy Ugly talks last album, 15-year music legacy and live show spectacle
Priddy Ugly opens up about his journey, from his debut to DUST, his last album, confronting the fast-paced 'microwave generation' and celebrating his enduring legacy.
House of Zwide star Brenda Mukwevho is officially off the market
SA cinema shake-up: Ster-Kinekor to close 9 local theatres – see which screens are set to go dark
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
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.
'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
'We will make our decisions ourselves': Netanyahu rebuffs allies, as Qatar threatens to quit
Africa
Kenya's military chief among 10 people killed in helicopter crash
Kenya's military chief, General Francis Ogolla, was among 10 people killed when their military helicopter crashed shortly after take-off on Thursday, President William...
Zimbabwe turns 44 with little to celebrate, except if you ask Mnangagwa
The UK reportedly hopes to use Botswana as a deportation destination similar to Rwanda
Burundi appeals for aid as rains, floods displace 100,000
Heineken shuts two plants in Nigeria as forex costs bite
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
Remembering the man behind the iconic VW Golf GTI - Anton Konrad (1937-2024)
Hot hatches as we know them, would not exist without the vision of Arnold Konrad. We celebrate the Volkswagen GTI founder.
SEE | Chery only has 3 models for sale in SA, yet it was one of the top-selling brands 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
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
EXCERPT | 'To end her young life': What really happened between AKA and Anele?
Melinda Ferguson explores the toxic whirlwind of AKA and Anele's relationship that led to a fateful night of arguments, alleged abuse, and a devastating fall.
REVIEW | Isobel Dixon's poems in A Whistling of Birds form a rich and extensive tapestry
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
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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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
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How to get rid of musty smells in your house
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