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Ramaphosa Constitutional Court a Pillar of Democratic Strength in South Africa
In his latest weekly newsletter, President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted the continued strength and resilience of South Africa’s democracy, asserting that…
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Another Body Discovered During Search for Eastern Cape Flood Victims
The devastating floods that recently struck South Africa’s Eastern Cape province continue to leave a trail of tragedy as another…
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Ramaphosa faces Parliament over budget, transformation, and governance challenges
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to dominate this week’s parliamentary agenda as he returns to Cape Town to answer critical…
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Tshepo Tshite Breaks 1,500m South African Record in Paris
South African middle-distance star Tshepo Tshite has etched his name into the national athletics history books after breaking the 11-year-old…
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Boy Dies in Brakpan House Fire as Family Escapes Tragedy
Boy – Tragedy struck a quiet residential neighborhood in Brakpan, east of Johannesburg, early Sunday morning when a devastating house…
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WC Police Step Up Crime Prevention: 67 Arrested and 24 Firearms Confiscated
Western Cape police (WC police) have intensified their crime-fighting efforts, making significant arrests and seizing dangerous weapons in a week-long…
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Denel Seeks Young Engineers to Revive Legacy and Drive Innovation
State-owned arms manufacturer Denel is calling for a new generation of engineers to help restore its legacy and lead the…
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Batohi Stands Firm Amid Political Pressure and Criticism
June 21, 2025 – National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) Shamila Batohi remains resolute in the face of mounting calls…
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Corruption Case Against Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula Faces Further Delays
The corruption case involving former Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula continues to drag on in the Pretoria High Court, as the…
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Tragic Fire Claims Lives of Adult Male and Toddler in Vossloorus
June 21, 2025 – A devastating house Tragic fire in Vosloorus Extension 20 has claimed the lives of an adult…
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84 Arrested in Lagos During Environmental Clean-Up Operation
84 arrested in June 21, 2025 – In a decisive move to restore order and improve environmental standards across the…
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Trump Claims Credit for Congo-Rwanda Peace Deal Amid Nobel Prize Frustrations
June 21, 2025 – Former U.S. President Donald Trump is once again at the center of international headlines after claiming…
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Lobbyists Raise Concerns Over Refugee Processing Delays in South Africa
Lobbyists- June 21, 2025 – As the world marked World Refugee Day on Friday, refugee advocacy organizations in South Africa…
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Police Deny Allegations in Port Harcourt Assault Case
The police in Rivers State have publicly denied claims of a cover-up in the ongoing legal case involving Christian Maduba,…
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Veteran Broadcaster Phumlani Msibi Passes Away, Sporting World in Mourning
The South African sporting community is mourning the profound loss of a veteran in sports journalism, Phumlani Msibi, who passed…
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Infant Narrowly Escapes Violent Shootout in Durban: Father Among Four Suspects Killed
June 21, 2025 – In a shocking and tragic turn of events, an infant narrowly escapes harm after a deadly…
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Woman Body Found Amid Ongoing Search for Flood Victims in Eastern Cape
June 21, 2025 – As the devastation caused by recent flooding continues to unfold in the Eastern Cape, a woman…
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Refugee Lobby Groups Urge Government to Address Documentation Challenges
On World Refugee day, refugee lobby groups in South Africa have renewed calls for the government to urgently address the…
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Mapisa Corruption Case: Former Minister Seeks Bank Records of State Witness
Former Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, who stands accused in a multi-million rand corruption case, is now seeking access to the…
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South African Soldiers Return from DRC Peacekeeping Mission
A group of 258 South African soldiers has safely returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) following months of…
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Aserie Ndlovu Murder Case: New Suspect to Appear in Court
A fifth suspect in the high-profile case involving the kidnapping and murder of journalist Aserie Ndlovu and his partner, Zodwa…
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Suspects Accused of Passport Fraud Return to Durban Court
Seven suspects accused of being part of a major passport fraud syndicate are scheduled to appear at the Durban Specialised…
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Child Pornography Accusations Bring Couple Back to Court
A South African couple accused of orchestrating a vast child pornography network with international reach is expected to return to…
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Shivambu Speaks Out on Demotion and Internal Party Conflict
Senior political figure Floyd Shivambu has broken his silence following his recent demotion within the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party, blaming…
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ActionSA Demands Suspension of NPA Head Shamila Batohi Over Prosecution Failures
ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba has openly called for the immediate suspension of National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) head Shamila Batohi, citing…
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Ndifuna Ukwazi Fights Eviction of Irene Grootboom House Occupants
Housing justice organisation Ndifuna Ukwazi has joined the fight against the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure’s urgent eviction application…
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Floyd Shivambu’s Political Future Uncertain After MK Party Demotion
Floyd Shivambu, once a key political figure within the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party, is now facing increasing uncertainty about his…
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Motau Denies Role in SETA Board Selection Amid Controversy
Prominent legal expert Advocate Terry Motau has firmly denied claims made by Higher Education Minister Nobuhle Nkabane that he was…
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South Africa’s Firebrand Julius Malema Denied UK Entry Over Extremist Rhetoric
Julius Malema, widely recognized as South Africa’s firebrand politician, has once again been denied entry into the United Kingdom, drawing…
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Gun Violence Escalates in Mitchells Plain and Surrounding Cape Town Areas
Gun violence continues to devastate communities across Cape Town, with Mitchells Plain once again finding itself at the epicentre of…
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Public Protector Exposes R23 Million Tender Scandal in Eastern Cape Stadium Project
Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka has released a damning investigative report revealing extensive procurement irregularities in the construction of a sports…
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Gauteng Health Dept Warns of Low Measles Vaccination Rates
The Gauteng Health Dept has issued a critical warning amid a concerning rise in measles cases across the province. Health…
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Judge Mokgere Masipa Calls for Restoration of Hostel Dignity Amid Crime Crisis
In a powerful statement during a high-profile murder trial, Judge Mokgere Masipa highlighted how criminal elements have severely damaged the…
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Train Operations Resume After Level Crossing Crash Near Philippi Station
Train operations have resumed on the Central Line following a disruptive crash at a level crossing near Philippi Station on…
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5 Men Convicted of Glebelands Hostel Massacre Face Sentencing in Durban High Court
The 5 men convicted of the mass shooting at the Glebelands Hostel in Umlazi are set to be sentenced in…
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Hundreds Welcome Proteas Home After Historic World Test Championship Victory
Hundreds of jubilant fans gathered at OR Tambo International Airport on Tuesday to give the South African national cricket team…
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3 Mozambican Nationals Arrested in Motorcycle Theft Operation in Springs
In a significant breakthrough in the fight against cross-border vehicle theft, 3 Mozambican nationals were arrested in Springs, Gauteng, after…
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Man Charged in Roodepoort Teen’s Brutal Murder Faces Bail Hearing
A man charged with the brutal, premeditated murder of 14-year-old Likhona Fose is expected to return to court this week…
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Kubayi Confirms Lifestyle Audits for All NPA Prosecutors Amid Corruption Concerns
Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has announced that all public prosecutors within the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA)…
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Triple Murder in Lentegeur: E-Hailing Driver Among Victims in Cape Town Shooting
Triple Murder- A community is in shock after a brazen daylight shooting claimed the lives of three people, including an…
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Delayed Clinic Renovation Forces Patients Into Church Buildings
Delayed clinic: A much-needed clinic renovation project in Tsheseng village, QwaQwa, Free State, has been left in limbo—forcing patients to…
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Home Affairs Taken to Court Over Late Birth Registration Backlog
The Children’s Institute, in partnership with the Legal Resources Centre, has initiated legal action against the Department of Home Affairs…
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Cold Conditions Set to Grip Western and Northern Cape This Week
Residents in the Western and Northern Cape should brace themselves for a sustained period of cold conditions, as a series…
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Sewage Failures and Dirty Water Spark Public Outcry in Theewaterskloof Municipality
Widespread sewage treatment failures and poor water quality are pushing several towns within the Theewaterskloof Municipality to the brink of…
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Hout Bay Residents Raise Alarm Over Sewage Crisis and Public Health Risk
Residents of Hout Bay are raising serious concerns over persistent sewage overflows in their community, warning that the ongoing crisis…
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SA Urged to Extend Trade Agreement for Chicken Imports With US to Brazil
SA Urged- As South Africa grapples with potential food shortages, the local food industry is raising the alarm, urging the…
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Death Toll from Vehicle Collision Rises to 12 in KwaZulu-Natal Tragedy
DURBAN – The death toll from vehicle collisions in KwaZulu-Natal continues to rise as another horrific accident has claimed the…
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Suggestions Emerge About Possible Cause of Boyes Drive Fire
CAPE TOWN – Investigations into the cause of the recent Boyes Drive fire are still ongoing, but early suggestions by…
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Human Settlements Minister to Assess Relief Efforts in Flood-Hit Eastern Cape
JOHANNESBURG – Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane is set to visit flood-stricken communities in the Eastern Cape this week to…
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NW Health Dept Plans Paupers’ Burials for Illegal Miners in Stilfontein
Stilfontein, South Africa – June 16, 2025 – The NW Health Dept plans to complete paupers’ burials for the remaining…
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