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WRAP | Mkhwebane concedes there was 'no evidence' Gordhan participated in 'rogue unit' activities

Suspended Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane's impeachment proceedings continue in the National Assembly. Follow News24 for the latest news, analysis and opinion.
BREAKING NEWS LIVE | DA’s Tania Campbell voted out as Ekurhuleni mayor
'Don’t get bogged down with headcounts': Ramaphosa defends bloated Cabinet
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DA councillor Nora Grose's fraud case struck off the roll
Business
Shock decision: Reserve Bank hikes interest rates by 50 basis points

The SA Reserve Bank's monetary policy committee hiked interest rates by 50 basis points to 7.75%. Economists were expecting an increase of 25 basis points.
Eskom may buy electricity from Karpowership via Mozambique
Johan Fourie | South Africa's leaders and why they fail
ESKOM LIVE | Load shedding bumped to Stage 3 on Wednesday evening
MONEY LIVE | Rand explodes after large rate hike, hits best level in weeks
Sport
Complacency won't do in World Cup quest: 'I'd do anything not to go to Zim,' says Proteas' De Kock

Quinton de Kock and his Proteas teammates are going to do everything in their power to avoid having to go to Zimbabwe later this year to qualify for the 50-over World...
Caster Semenya: Athletics SA taking legal advice on 'highly discriminatory' new World Athletics...
Van Rhyn to the rescue: Stormers coach confident they'll overcome Van Heerden's absence
Alonso cautiously optimistic over Aston Martin's early pace heading into Australian GP
Winds of change in European rugby: The French resistance and accepting the south
Tech and Trends
WATCH | A radically different tipping culture has emerged since pre-Covid

Experts suggest that the overwhelming number of places offering the option to tip has led people to become less generous
Musk's AI letter is a 'hot mess' of hype, critics say
From bricks to flips: 50 years of mobile phones
Shoprite slashes data prices - some customers can get 1GB for only R19.50
Jobs that are most exposed to generative AI, according to new study
Entertainment
WATCH | Trevor Noah gets caught on a train without a ticket in Switzerland, but a fan comes to...

Trevor Noah and Rodger Federer took "the ride of a lifetime" in Switzerland and were followed by a film crew to capture it all.
Paul McCartney humbled and astonished by unseen Beatles photo exhibition
Charles offered Burger King crown on first state visit to Germany - see his reaction
Jeremy Renner and family speak in first interview since accident: 'I didn't think he was alive'
Tropical vacation dreams: Kajal Bagwandeen, Tumi Morake and Minnie Dlamini premiere their new film
World
Residents evacuated after US train derails, catches fire

Residents of a small Minnesota town were ordered to evacuate after a train carrying ethanol derailed and caught fire on Thursday, authorities said, though no injuries...
Pope 'improving' after night in hospital with breathing issues
At least 13 killed in India temple collapse
Nine dead in crash of two US Army helicopters
London hits out at Washington's green energy subsidies
Africa
Food rations for refugees in Burundi to be halved: UN agency

Food aid rations for refugees in Burundi, mostly Congolese fleeing violence in eastern DR Congo, will be halved from April 1, the World Food Programme (WFP) announced...
'Stop sabotaging sovereign countries': Russia, China take pot shots at US over Democracy Summit
WATCH | All the latest news videos from around Africa
FULL SPEECH | Zambia's Hichilema tells African leaders to 'abhor unconstitutional change'
Opposition turns heat on Kenya government with demonstrations focused on Nairobi
Arts + Culture
Beatles photos shot by Paul McCartney unveiled ahead of exhibition

A UK art gallery on Thursday released a handful of previously unseen photographs taken by Paul McCartney, ahead of a major display later this year showcasing how he...
This street artist is filling cracks and potholes across Europe with beautiful mosaic art
The Vampire Diaries star Kat Graham headed to SA for Comic Con Cape Town
67-million-year-old T-Rex gets red-carpet treatment ahead of auction
Artists fight for consent, credit or compensation in AI program court battle
Relationships
This 'secret syndrome' has women avoiding sex like the plague

Intimacy coach Tracy Ziman Jacobs says women do not need to carry shame when experiencing vaginismus.
Bringing a third lover into your broken relationship won't fix it. It's more likely to set it on...
'It's basically blackmail' - Should you issue an ultimatum if he hasn't proposed years into dating
Who keeps the engagement ring after a breakup? 2 law professors explain why you might want a...
'You are going to pick the same person': Why taking time to heal after a toxic relationship is key
Motoring
Morgans, Lotus, and front-end Ferraris: Angela's picnic for thoroughbred sports cars of yesteryear

Angela's Picnic is named after Angela Heinz, who organised the first informal Picnic for thoroughbred sports cars in Johannesburg a couple of decades ago. The next one...
Renault's new Captur finally in SA: SUV personality matches driving features of a hatch
DRIVEN | Nissan's new Qashqai drives so well, it might be better than a Mercedes-Benz
How cars ‘waste’ two thirds of their fuel
Car battery recycling market gears up for future boom
Wellness
Brighter and tighter: Ice does benefit the skin, but make sure you're using it safely

Skincare expert Dr Alek Nikolic says ice does have benefits for the skin, but you don't necessarily have to dunk your face into a bowl of cold water.
From counting calories to checking vitals: 12 easy ways your phone can make you healthier
Obsessive compulsive disorder is more common than you think - but it can take 9 years for a...
Can't stop craving salty or sugary foods? Experts say blame your brain
Routine for some, agonising for others: Expert on when a pap smear should be done under anaesthetic
Books
REVIEW | Noni Jabavu’s curious gaze and delightful wit revealed in new collection

The British poet Robert Graves once said to Noni Jabavu: “Noni, you are no poet. You are an observer. I am not insulting you. An observer is an artist too. You belong...
AUDIOBOOK | Betting On A Darkie: Lifting the Corporate Game by Mteto Nyati
FIRST CHAPTER | 'No one else could have done it. Could they?' - The Only Suspect by Louise Candlish
FIRST CHAPTER | ‘She’s barefoot and alone’ – The Theory of (Not Quite) Everything by Kara Gnodde
REVIEW | Strangely uncomfortable novel Ghost Limb leaves one wondering
Cycling
These French cycling sunglasses have a head-up data display

Glancing down at your cycling computer can be risky, but French optical specialists have engineered cycling sunglasses that show ride data in your field of view.
WRAP | Everything that happened at the 2023 Absa Cape Epic
Cape Epic 2023: 'I finished 122nd as a newbie - but it was brutal'
Cape Epic 2023 | Stage 6 ride report – a muddy MTB nightmare
Cape Epic 2023 | Stage 5 ride report – conquering the Queen stage
Travel
Here's what it's like to stay in Namibia's Shipwreck Lodge where the rooms resemble marooned boats

Namibia's Shipwreck Lodge is one of the world's most unique hotels. Andrew Thompson takes on the journey and reports back.
WATCH | 'I refused to swap plane seats so a mom could sit with toddler – it's not my problem'
Beautiful new hotel with 18 villas to open in the Kruger National Park
JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge: Luxurious safari retreat to open in Kenya next month
Always scrambling to manage holiday plans? Here are 4 hacks for seamless travel
Food
RECIPE | Chargrilled steak with corn and rocket salad

You could also use a ready-made vinaigrette or mayonnaise, if preferred.
Unleash your inner chef: Learn the secret to this mouthwatering braised beef short rib recipe
RECIPE | Mexican mince bake
This SA gin costs less than R200 and won top honours at the World Gin Awards
RECIPE | Lemon and herb roasted baby hake with chutney butter
City Press
Reserve Bank hikes rates by 50 basis points

Reserve Bank governor Lesetja Kganyago delivered a bleak outlook for South Africa, with the bank's monetary policy committee's decision to hike the repo rate by 50...
NPA boss Shamila Batohi blasts criminals, welcomes 650 law graduates
WATCH | Rubber bullets fly as Limpopo villagers try to thwart mining operations
Cholera outbreak: 10-year-old girl among those baptised and later tested positive
More SA consumers hunt for discounts and cashbacks as cost of living crisis deepens
Partner Content
LISTEN | How remote working, digitisation and upskilling will improve your business growth

For employers, the idea of shifting to a hybrid-work model might seem scary, but Herman de Kock, Nedbank Commercial Banking's Executive Head: Sales & Service Planning...
Zero alcohol’s value on the rise: Here’s what you need to know about alcohol-free spirits
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Careers24
How to resign without burning bridges

Resigning the right way is important for maintaining positive relationships and ensuring a smooth transition for your employer. By scheduling a meeting with your boss,...
How to stay motivated working in a hybrid working environment
Considering a career change? Consider this.
Questions you should be asking in a job interview
When is the right time to quit your job?
Property24
Repo rate hikes again | What next for property?
The South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB) Monetary Policy Committee hikes interest rate by another 50bps taking the repo rate to 7.75% and the prime lending rate to 11.25%.
3 important home security and safety tips for a long weekend
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Edendale Mall's final phase opens for trade
8 eco-friendly cleaning solutions for a greener home
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