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'We have done everything humanly possible,' says Julius Malema as EFF wraps up election campaign
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KZN SAPS enlists SANDF, crime intelligence to work with Fidelity on 'possible threat' of riots
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Elections 2024: Tony Leon says the DA should focus on getting its core voters to the polls
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WATCH | 'Racist messages not from manager's phone,' says Shoprite, but fired employees not convinced
Life
South Africa
ANC Western Cape quandary: Factionalism delays premier candidate selection, threatening poll...
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Trouble is brewing within the ranks of the ANC in the Western Cape just days ahead of the general elections.
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'No! It's not fair': Human trafficking trio change their tune at thought of life behind bars
Good News: Shining a light on the bold, brave, glass-half-full people keeping SA going
Forgotten haven: Vosloorus orphanage crippled by budget cuts, crime scrambles to make ends meet
Business
As Namibia's oil story gets more amazing, SA may miss out
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Namibia is one of the most sparsely populated nations on earth, but just offshore from its desolate coastline may be the largest-ever deep-water oil discovery on the...
Wanted: Bidders for five steam trains Eskom can't afford to maintain anymore
ESKOM UPDATES | Load shedding remains suspended for elections, Eskom insists it's burning less...
OPINION | Stressed about money? It may be time to change your thinking
Buying a car? Here's a handy financial check list
Sport
Etzebeth praises magical Masuku for Challenge Cup contributions: 'He's a warrior for us'
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Sharks lock and captain for Friday's Challenge Cup final win against Gloucester, Eben Etzebeth, paid homage to Siya Masuku's contribution to their first-ever regional...
'This is my best-ever club memory', says Bok star Etzebeth as Sharks savour Challenge Cup success
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Entertainment
Goodbye, Expresso – and SA! Zoë Brown and husband emigrate to Australia
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The Expresso presenter is thrilled to be starting a new chapter Down Under
REVIEW | Polin's rushed romance: Bridgerton's latest season struggles with pace and plot
A quest for self: Zoë Modiga blends ancestry and artistry in new soul-stirring album Nomthandazo
WATCH | Celine Dion gets emotional sharing journey with rare illness in trailer for new 'raw' doccie
REVIEW | Anya Taylor-Joy takes Mad Max legacy to greater heights in fully immersive Furiosa
World
Kenyan and Nepali climbers die on Everest, taking season's death toll to 4, with 3 people missing
A Kenyan and a Nepali climber have died close to Everest's summit, tourism officials said Thursday, taking this season's toll on the world's highest mountain to at...
DEVELOPING | Israel strikes Rafah on Saturday, a day after ICJ ordered it to halt its assault
Chile firefighter arrested for allegedly starting blaze that killed 137
Israel strikes Rafah a day after the ICJ ordered it to halt offensive
Is it actually a ceasefire? As SA celebrates ICJ ruling on Rafah, others argue its meaning
Africa
On 29 May, a ruling party will seek to keep its majority...in Madagascar
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Madagascar is going into legislative elections on Wednesday, with new registrations suggesting the ruling party may face a challenge.
After a string of new embassies in Africa, Ukraine's Zelensky has 'fruitful' chat with Mozambique
US offers DRC top-level reassurances after US citizens arrested over coup attempt
Kenya's Ruto sides with Rwanda's Kagame on eastern DRC rebels
'Marriage is not empowerment': Uproar over mass wedding of Nigerian girls, some feared to be...
Arts + Culture
From SA's Thokoza streets to Paris: SA photographer Sibusiso Bheka shares his artistic journey
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SA's Sibusiso Bheka has journeyed from Thokoza to Paris, as he captures the essence of two worlds, challenging stereotypes with his vibrant photography.
REVIEW | Frothy, effervescent and fun: Cape Town City Ballet presents I Got Rhythm at the Artscape
From past to present: Virtual reality exhibition to connect young people with District Six
Brushes, toes, and brainpower: Viral Dutch artist amazes, crafting masterpieces with hands and feet
'I always love a challenge': Shannon Esra on one-woman play My Left Breast
Relationships
The power of partial digital detox: A clinical psychologist's guide to genuine connections
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Clinical psychologist Mark de la Rey delves into the art of balancing digital life with real-world interactions and the joy of life beyond the screen.
Navigating love's landscape: 3 surprising signs of a thriving relationship plus alarming red flags
Lost in translation? Bridge communication gaps and teach bae your love language ABCs
Matrimony meets madness: Bride and groom put food duties on guests' plates for fundraiser wedding
'I can’t take my husband’s poor personal hygiene anymore' – Dr Louise answers your burning...
Motoring
BMW's M3 GTR was a monster and so dominant in the American Le Mans series, it was banned
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In 2001, BMW chucked a 4.0-litre V8 engine into its E46 chassis and competed in the American Le Mans Series. Not only did it dominate, but it was also subsequently...
REVIEW | Ford's new Territory SUV is a Tourneo in running shoes
Nick Yell | How far off-road can you get in a 4x2 bakkie?
Bye bye, Kona: Hyundai's impressive local SUV range is one less
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Wellness
Switching to a plant-based diet? Slash cancer risk without falling into these common traps
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The benefits of a plant-based diet include reducing cancer and heart disease risk, but eating green comes with common dietary pitfalls.
Boost your immune system this winter: Experts reveal the ultimate cold-weather wellness menu
93-year-old who took up running at 53 successfully completes his 52nd race
LIVE BY DESIGN | What kind of cog in the wheel of history are you choosing to become?
Sleep to succeed: How rest enhances gym performance and muscle growth
Books
REVIEW | Mzansi's anatomy? Alastair McAlpine shares harrowing notes in Prescription: Ice Cream
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Alastair McAlpine recounts the challenges of being a young doctor in Gauteng and his battle with addiction in the compelling Prescription: Ice Cream.
REVIEW | Mpho Dagada cripples political campaign with AI-written manifesto, I Am the Vision
EXCERPT | The D-Word: Insightful essays explore the seismic shifts threatening democracy worldwide
From Berlin with love: German author Jenny Erpenbeck scores prestigious International Booker Prize
Busier and buzzier than ever: Inside Franschhoek's captivating 2024 literary feast
Wine
WINE BUSINESS | Toasting to SA wine's next frontier: Resort wine, a luxe island niche
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Discover how Mauritius is redefining luxury wine culture and how the visionary Jerome Faure is leading a sommelier revolution.
NEW RELEASES | Flor finesse: Hogan Wines celebrates 11 vintages
WINE 101 | The Rise of SA Cinsault
From Swartland roots to Paarl innovations: Jorrie du Plessis' winemaking journey
FEATURE | Real-life muse behind Kelders van Geheime's Soetbatskloof: The historical Plaisir Estate
Travel
Fly Smart: How to dodge hidden fees and choose the right airline for domestic flights
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Learn the true cost of 'cheap' tickets and how to avoid last-minute add-ons with this guide to cost-effective domestic travel.
Self-catering in a private reserve? These three Timbavati lodges offer the best of both worlds
Fish River Canyon hikers struggling with limited water, but NWR says 2024 trips should go ahead
London return for under R10K? Secrets to snagging affordable flights to Europe's cheap(er) cities
Sun City's popular Valley of Waves water resort closes for annual maintenance
City Press
From Siyanqoba to Tshela Thupa, parties rally support ahead of highly contested elections
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These highly contested elections have seen the emergence of party veterans actively campaigning door-to-door for the ANC.
ICJ orders Israel to immediately halt its military offensive in Rafah
Fikile Mbalula's wife slaps Musa Khawula with a R1m lawsuit
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Careers24
Time to Move On? Here Are the Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore at Work
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Navigating the Waters: How to Manage a Difficult Boss
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Unmasking the Surprising Earning Potential of Blue-Collar Work in South Africa
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Property24
Navigating the cybersecurity risks in property transactions and avoiding property scams
While the convenience of this online migration offers numerous advantages, it also introduces cybersecurity risks that can have devastating consequences for its victims.
Coastal property prices are rising faster than inland areas, while Gauteng housing market rebounds
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