South Africa

Cosatu hits out at 'ill-qualified' Mkwebane, asks Ramaphosa to halt acting on her reports for now

President Cyril Ramaphosa should set aside all Public Protector Busisiwe Mkwebane reports until her competency and trustworthiness has been ascertained, says Cosatu.

Africa

WATCH: Senegal 'Salt Queen' tastes success in a man's world

Diouf, 35, began her venture a decade ago, investing her savings to buy her own salt flats in Fatick, one of the West African nation's biggest salt mining regions.

World

Merkel vows to work for 'orderly Brexit' after May leaves

Germany will keep working towards an "orderly" Brexit, Chancellor Angela Merkel said Friday, hours after Prime Minister Theresa May announced her resignation.

Sport24

Proteas thrash Sri Lanka to boost World Cup morale

The Proteas gave their 2019 Cricket World Cup title chances a boost with victory in their opening warm-up match against Sri Lanka in Cardiff.

Business

Eskom CEO's exit: No coincidence Hadebe resigned now, says energy analyst

It is no coincidence that Eskom CEO Phakamani Hadebe has decided to resign at this point in time, energy analyst Chris Yelland tells Fin24.

Bonang to supply bubbly at Ramaphosa's inauguration

Ramaphosa’s inauguration is set to take place at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.

Entertainment

LISTEN: Ed Sheeran unveils new single all about how his bae will kick your butt

Ed Sheeran has shared a new song called Cross Me.

Money given to Zuma by Shaik was ‘an exchange between friends’: Lawyer

Former president Jacob Zuma’s lawyer has diminished the charges of fraud, money laundering, corruption and racketeering being faced by his client to “a simple exchange of money” between Zuma and “his friend”, onetime financial adviser Schabir Shaik.

Tech

Samsung launches its latest Apple Watch competitor in South Africa — and it's R6,000 cheaper

The Samsung Galaxy Fit watches can register up to 90 workouts and show your phone messages.

Green

Robben Island crossing teaches you how to 'vasbyt' - Extreme swimmer Ryan Stamrood completes 100th swim

An extreme crossing like Robben island takes not only physical stamina but mental agility too. And one individual has become only the second person to do it 100 times.

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health24

When is your cough a symptom of something serious?

A nagging cough can keep you awake at night. But what if it’s indicative of a more serious underlying medical condition? Here’s what a cough could signify.

Wheels24

New Mahindra XUV300 arrives in SA, F1 remembers Niki Lauda's - Your motoring wrap

From the new Mahindra XUV300 arriving in SA to F1 paying tribute to F1 Legend, Niki Lauda, check out these top stories of the week.

W24

After leaving South Africa and losing Ivy Park, Topshop will now shut down all its U.S. stores

According to reports, the British retailer may be shutting down 23 stores in the UK as well.

Travel

WATCH: 48 hours in postcard-pretty Stellenbosch

Wine, oak trees, historical buildings and sidewalks lined with coffee shops define South Africa's second oldest town. Take advantage of it al fresco.

Parent24

WATCH: Can these traditional dolls really take all your child’s worries away?

In Guatemala it is believed that if children tell all their troubles to their worry doll, slip it under their pillow and rest their head for the night, when they wake all their worries will be gone.

Food24

Autumn cooking: How to eat with the seasons

Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter all come bearing their own treats and it’s time we learn how to love them all equally so we can enjoy them at the right times.

Careers24

Find your dream job faster with these 3 tips

Looking for a new job but don’t have much time on your hands? Here’s what you need to ensure that your search reaps results in no time.

Property24

Island living in Mauritius with property from R3.3m

The Mauritian government has opened the doors to foreigners and more South Africans are buying apartments as holiday homes or investments in a rental pool.