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Numsa has announced its workers will receive a 7% wage increase for the 2024/25 financial year after reaching an agreement with employer association, Seifsa.
Rand hits best level in months ahead of US inflation test
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Sport
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The USA and others have expressed deep concern about the consequences of a full Israeli ground assault on Rafah.
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Africa
Lesotho makes another stab at fixing its constitution, civil society not impressed
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Arts + Culture
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Relationships
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Motoring
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Wellness
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Books
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Wine
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Travel
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