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Congo’s Sassou Nguesso wins re-election

President Denis Sassou Nguesso extended his 32 years in power winning elections in the first round, the interior minister said.

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Rise of Donald Trump is scary: Sarkozy

Donald Trump is “scary” and his popularity in the United States is worrying, former French President Nicolas Sarkozy said.

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Leyds injured, Carr at 8 for Stormers

Stormers wing Dillyn Leyds has been ruled out of the clash against the Jaguares, while Nizaam Carr will return to the No 8 jersey after Schalk Burger was benched.

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#Easter treats from across the globe - recipes

Sweeten up your spread this holiday period with some traditional recipes from around the world, suggests Angela Day.

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#A4Waist ‘fitness challenge’ hits China

Chinese women are competing online to see who can be most paper-thin. Literally.

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Foschini buys UK retailer

The Foschini Group agreed to buy UK clothing chain Whistles for an undisclosed sum, accelerating its international expansion.

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Mick’s ex-mistress gets what she wants

Mick Jagger’s ex-mistress and mother of his youngest child continues to shamelessly milk their liaison for all it is worth.

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Hunting the ‘ghost’ of the universe

A Chinese scientist challenges NASA to fund the Dark Matter Particle Explorer so it can collect more accurate data.

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Ekurhuleni transport hub 'brain' revealed

Metro’s new transport management centre will be the hub of its developing integrated rapid public transport network.

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Getaway ideas for #Easter weekend

There are numerous stunning spots along both the South and North Coasts near Durban. SA boasts some of the best beaches in the world, and you'll find many here.

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• Ah, I do like to be beside the sea