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Ramaphosa wants more business backing for employee ownership schemes
Buoyant Capitec eyes European banking licence, and it's adding more branches in SA
SA's Els, Immelman named Presidents Cup International assistants
People's interests, not politicians', should inform coalition legislation, says My Vote Counts
The Reserve Bank has two new inflation measures. Both are elevated
Life
South Africa
Limpopo Home Affairs official who fraudulently issued birth certificate sentenced to 8 years in jail
The Giyani Commercial Court in Limpopo has sentenced a Department of Home Affairs employee to an effective eight years in prison for fraud and corruption.
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Good News: Shining a light on the bold, brave, glass-half-full people keeping SA going
Wednesday's weather: Morning fog and some drizzle expected in some regions
Senzo Meyiwa trial: Accused misled police about co-accused in confession statement, court hears
Business
TotalEnergies to grow fuel trade with SA as shut refineries create 'massive' shortage
French oil major TotalEnergies plans to expand fuel trade with South Africa after a wave of refinery shutdowns sent imports soaring.
Sasol suffers shock slump as it warns of 'operational instability'
Wage deadlock broken after SABC agrees to 6% increase
Business brief | Ascendis gets delisting nod, and bubble-tea IPO fizzles in Hong Kong
ESKOM UPDATES | After 25 days, load shedding remains suspended
Sport
Sundowns' depth on show as second-string side sails past Sekhukhune
Mamelodi Sundowns stretched their unbeaten run in the DStv Premiership to 46 games, beating Sekhukhune 2-1 at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Tuesday night.
FT | EPL: Arsenal 5-0 Chelsea
Could knee injury rule Bok prop Kitshoff out of mid-year internationals?
FT | PSL: Mamelodi Sundowns 2-1 Sekhukhune United
Stormers won't change attacking stripes after Ospreys howler: 'That's who we are'
Entertainment
Sfiso Ncwane's grave gets tombstone, internet wants to know 'where is Nothile'
Ayanda Ncwane's late husband, Sfiso Ncwane, died in 2016 due to kidney failure.
UK royals share photo of Prince Louis in celebration of his 6th birthday
Toni Braxton told to hide her lupus as people ‘are scared of sick celebs’
WATCH | New Deadpool & Wolverine trailer features bloody action, gags and Marvel fan service
Public drama, quiet settlement: Lebo M and Pretty Samuels reveal details on hush-hush divorce
World
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DEVELOPING | US says it won't restore UNRWA funding before seeing 'real progress'
Israel is at war with Hamas, after a surprise attack from the Gaza strip.
Trump hush money trial hears how National Enquirer tabloid publisher helped his candidacy
Ukraine suspends consular services for military-age men, except to get them home
EU parliament staffer arrested in Germany for spying for China
Two Malaysia military helicopters crash, killing 10
Africa
World Bank suspends R2.9 billion Tanzania tourism project over human rights abuses allegations
The World Bank said on Tuesday it has suspended funding for a tourism and conservation project in Tanzania following allegations of human rights abuses.
Rwanda says it is peaceful and ready to receive the UK's deported asylum seekers
Angola hikes diesel price by 48% – to R4.60 per litre
DRC government moves to regulate breeding, ownership of boerboels and pit bulls
More than 50 000 displaced by clashes in northern Ethiopia, UN says
Arts + Culture
Lawyer by day, hero by heart: Clark Kent lookalike becomes beloved Superman in Brazil
Leonardo Muylaert, a 36-year-old Brazilian lawyer, turned into a viral sensation and real-life Superman, inspiring millions with his unexpected superpower.
Theatre with a purpose: Finding the Light at the Artscape left audiences breathless
Trial by Media: Opera about Oscar Pistorius court case is as weird as it sounds
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
Relationships
Conversations of courage inspired by compassionate Kate: Talking to kids about cancer
Dr Siya Mjwara shares insights on the delicate art of explaining a parent's cancer diagnosis to young children, inspired by the compassionate approach of Kate...
My father's infidelity: Learning the warning signs - and the qualities I do not want in a partner
Simone Biles defends her husband amid calls for her to divorce him for his viral comments
Do women truly reign supreme in age-gap love? Expert debunks myths from gold diggers to silver foxes
Finding strength in rejection: Lessons from Kai Cenat and Tyla's live stream letdown
Motoring
REVIEW | So much to like about the 2024 Mahindra Scorpio-N that it's even worth one slight annoyance
Like a storm rolling in from the horizon – ominous, electrifying, and impossible to ignore, Pritesh Ruthun gets up close with the beastly Mahindra Scorpio-N.
Ford celebrates 60 years of Mustang: From iconic 1964 world debut to being SA's beloved muscle car
Stuart Johnston | The odd-ball Chevrolet Firenza
REVIEW | Value-driven Suzuki XL6 MPV could be this generation's Toyota Venture
Double-cab bakkies: Which brands rule the roost in South Africa’s used car market?
Wellness
Get glowing: These on-trend winter skincare heroes will take your skin from dull to dewy
Unlock the secret to radiant winter skin. Discover how Vitamins E, A, C, Ceramides, and Hyaluronic Acid can be your allies against the cold.
Shift gears to 'Granny': How to steer away from driving anxiety and cruise with confidence
Toni Braxton told to hide her lupus as people ‘are scared of sick celebs’
The scoop on perfect poop: Here's why your number twos deserve a closer look
Squash the struggle: Clever tips to help make veggies kid-friendly
Books
'Look a little bit further': Ivan Vladislavic on Jo'burg life and his new book, The Near North
Ivan Vladislavic tells News24 books editor Shaun de Waal about uncovering Joburg's gems and life's layers in his must-read exploration of city and self, The Near North.
Coming to FLF: Sandra Swart on our relationships with animals
REVIEW | Under the Tamarind Tree: Partition, mass migration and a haunting secret
EXCERPT | 'To end her young life': What really happened between AKA and Anele?
REVIEW | Isobel Dixon's poems in A Whistling of Birds form a rich and extensive tapestry
Wine
FEATURE | Capensis: In search of the 'purity of light'
Capensis started life as a collaboration between America's Jackson Family Wines and Anthony Beck in 2013 and has found a home on the farm Fijnbosch in the Ban(g)hoek...
WINE 101 EVENTS | The plight of Australian wine and Australian Young Gun Wines in SA
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
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
Autumn’s bounty: A celebration of seasonal apples
Top Cape Town chef to open three new restaurant concepts in Bree Street
Slurp-worthy sensations: dive into 6 irresistible noodle recipes
How two top chefs have reimagined the restaurant at this iconic Cape Town location
How to plan meals for your growing baby
City Press
King Misuzulu cautions KZN government after dismissal of his praise singer
King Misuzulu has cautioned the KwaZulu-Natal government that the disdain with which they treat the royal family in general and King Misuzulu himself are an affront to...
DA files complaint with Human Rights Commission after toddler dies in EC pit toilet
Sarb's Monetary Policy Review notes government’s balancing act on energy crisis, fiscal strain
SA tourism is alive and well, as accommodation saw 10.2% income surge in February
Battle for ANC premiership in Mpumalanga, Limpopo heats up
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Careers24
Is Inflation Eating Your Paycheque? Here’s How to Ask for a Cost of Living Raise and Actually Get...
Navigating a conversation about cost of living adjustments requires tact and preparation. By focusing on the economic factors that impact both the organisation and its...
Unmasking the Surprising Earning Potential of Blue-Collar Work in South Africa
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
Property24
Buying off plan: pros, cons and purchase tips for new developments
Buying “off plan” – or buying a property before it’s been built, based on the developer’s architectural plans – is an increasingly popular option for South African...
6 expert tips for your dream home search
5 budget-friendly ways to make a home more sellable
How to risk-proof your new property: Tips for first-time homeowners
The rise of virtual walk-throughs in SA property sales
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