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Fire Above Boyes Drive Nearly Contained as Crews Battle Table Mountain Blaze
Firefighters from SANParks, the City of Cape Town, and Volunteer Wildfire Services have made significant progress in containing a dangerous…
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Former Mayor Mashaba Responds to Speculation About 2026 Johannesburg Mayoral Race
As South Africa’s political landscape begins to shift in preparation for the 2026 local government elections, former Mayor Mashaba, Herman…
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President Ramaphosa Arrives in Canada for G7 Summit
President Cyril Ramaphosa has arrived in Canada ahead of the highly anticipated 2025 G7 Summit, which is scheduled to begin…
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EC Floods: Families Losing Hope Amid Ongoing Search for Missing Loved Ones
The recent EC floods have left a trail of devastation, heartbreak, and uncertainty for many families in the Eastern Cape.…
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Trump Celebrates Military Might with Grand Parade Amidst Nationwide Protests
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On June 14, 2025, President Donald Trump marked his 79th birthday with a grand military parade that…
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South African Soldiers to Be Fully Withdrawn from Conflict Zone in Eastern DRC
More than 2,000 South African soldiers deployed as peacekeepers in the volatile North Kivu region of the Democratic Republic of…
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MACUA Renews Calls for Formalising Artisanal Mining in South Africa
The Mining Affected Communities United in Action (MACUA) has amplified calls for the formalisation of artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM)…
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AfriForum Defends Bergview Principal, Praises Police in Dropped Rape Case
AfriForum’s Private Prosecution Unit has stepped into the public spotlight once again—this time defending the principal of Bergview College, Jaco…
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Delta Police Arrest Two Men Over Viral Marijuana Video
The Delta Police Command has arrested two men seen in a viral video smoking what appeared to be marijuana while…
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Extra Police Boots Remain on Ground in KwaZulu-Natal Post-Elections
The KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) police have confirmed that the additional law enforcement personnel—commonly referred to as “boots on the ground”—will remain…
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EC Flooding Death Toll Rises to 86 as Government Ramps Up Relief Efforts
The devastating EC disaster continues to grip the Eastern Cape, with the official death toll rising to 86 as of…
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Ramaphosa Pledges Aid After Eastern Cape Flood Damage
Ramaphosa- Heavy floods that struck the Eastern Cape earlier this week have resulted in a tragic loss of life, with…
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Parliament Urged to Regulate Streaming Giants Like Netflix Over Infrastructure Contributions
Streaming services like Netflix are once again in the spotlight as South Africa’s Parliament faces growing calls to regulate over-the-top…
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New Crèches Struggle as KZN Education Department Fails to Pay Subsidies on Time
In KwaZulu-Natal, newly constructed early childhood development (ECD) centres — known locally as new crèches — are facing closure due…
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Transnet and UNTU Reach Multi-Year Wage Agreement After Prolonged Dispute
JOHANNESBURG – After months of tense negotiations and a looming threat of industrial action, Transnet and the United National Transport…
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Flight Issues Cause Delays for Returning Soldiers from Goma Deployment
JOHANNESBURG – The scheduled return flight of 249 South African National Defence Force (SANDF) troops has been delayed due to…
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Ramaphosa Urges Patience from Flood Victims in the Eastern Cape
President Cyril Ramaphosa visited the Eastern Cape on Friday to address more than 100 displaced residents at Sinolwazi Senior Secondary…
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Two EMPD Officers Killed in Tembisa During Night Patrol
The attack has sent shockwaves through the Tembisa community and the greater Ekurhuleni region. Residents expressed grief and frustration over…
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Ramaphosa to Visit Eastern Cape as Flood Death Toll Rises to 78
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to visit the Eastern Cape on Friday following devastating floods that have claimed the lives…
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Red Meat Remains Safe Amid Foot-and-Mouth Outbreaks, Assures Minister
Despite recent foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks affecting cattle in parts of Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and Mpumalanga, South Africa’s red meat remains…
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Parents Demand Urgent Action as Pit Toilets Endanger Learners in the Eastern Cape
Parents- At Bhetshwana Primary School in aMaxesibe (formerly Mount Ayliff), over 200 learners and their teachers are forced to use…
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Four Children Shot Dead in School Uniform Amid Gang Violence in Cape Town
A wave of violence has gripped the township of Samora Machel, where four children have been gunned down within a…
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Ramaphosa Highlights South Africa’s Green Hydrogen Ambitions at Cape Town Summit
President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed South Africa’s commitment to transitioning toward a green energy future, announcing significant developments in the…
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Sundowns Face Major Test at Club World Cup Against Global Giants
As Mamelodi Sundowns gear up for the expanded FIFA Club World Cup, coach Miguel Cardoso is preparing his team for…
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Two Suspects Appear in Court for the Murder of IFP MP Khethamabala Petros Sithole
Two suspects, Khethakuthula Sithole and Nontando Ximba, appeared briefly at the Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court in Katlehong, east of Johannesburg,…
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Doctors Warn of Rising Flu Infections as South Africa Faces a Tough Winter
As the 2025 winter season sweeps across South Africa with icy temperatures and persistent rainfall, medical professionals are reporting a…
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Port Shepstone Snowfall Disruption: N2 Reopens After Swift Government Response
PORT SHEPSTONE, KwaZulu-Natal – After severe weather conditions brought parts of southern KwaZulu-Natal to a standstill earlier this week, the…
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South Africa Reflects on Tshabalala’s Historic World Cup Goal 15 Years Later
South Africa- June 11, 2010, will forever remain etched in the hearts of millions. It marked the beginning of the…
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Mthatha Flood: Search Teams Recover 3 More Bodies After Minibus Tragedy
Mthatha Flood- The devastating floods that have ravaged South Africa’s Eastern Cape region continue to claim lives, as search and…
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Murder Case of 14-Year-Old Likhona Fose Postponed Amid Bail Opposition
The gruesome case involving the brutal murder of 14-year-old Likhona Fose has taken center stage in Johannesburg, drawing public outrage…
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Nine Dead After Devastating Floods Hit Eastern Cape, Forcing Mass Evacuations
At least nine dead and hundreds displaced—this is the grim toll of days of relentless flooding and snowfall that have…
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Musk Regrets Criticism After Trump Threatens Consequences Over GOP Bill
Musk, the tech billionaire and former Trump advisor, has publicly expressed regret over recent criticisms he made about former President…
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School Shooting Leaves 10 Dead, Including Students and Suspected Shooter
A tragic school shooting in Graz, Austria, has left 10 dead, including several students, an adult, and the suspected shooter,…
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KZN Disaster: Severe Weather Causes Road Closures and Widespread Disruption
A KZN disaster has unfolded across parts of KwaZulu-Natal as the province grapples with a combination of extreme weather events,…
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Former Police Officer Arrested for Alleged Corruption at Thembalethu Police Station
A former police officer and a current detective from the Thembalethu Police Station in George are facing serious criminal charges…
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Ramaphosa Focuses on Strengthening US Relations Amid Trump-Musk Fallout
President Cyril Ramaphosa has downplayed tensions between former U.S. President Donald Trump and billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, choosing instead to…
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Meyiwa Murder Trial: Court Recalls Witnesses Over Photos
He Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues to unfold with dramatic developments, as the Pretoria High Court on Tuesday granted the…
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Five Killed in Horrific N2 Crash After Minibus Swerves to Avoid Fallen Tree
Tragedy struck on Tuesday morning when five killed in a devastating crash involving a minibus taxi on the N2 highway…
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Road Accident Litigation Mismanagement Costs South Africa Millions, Judge Warns
The Gauteng High Court in Pretoria has sharply criticized the Road Accident Fund (RAF) for its ongoing failure to manage…
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Minister Highlights Local Governance Failures as Key Obstacle to Water Access
South Africa’s new Minister of Water and Sanitation, Pemmy Majodina, addressed Parliament’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA) on Tuesday…
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New School Libraries Spark Hope in the Western Cape’s Underserved Communities
A powerful new school initiative is reshaping the educational landscape for young learners in underserved communities across the Western Cape.…
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City of Tshwane Warns Public Against Fake Job Ads Circulating on Social Media
The City of Tshwane has issued a stern warning to the public, urging caution over fake job advertisements being shared…
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Father Sentenced to 195 Years for Child Rape and Digital Human Trafficking
In a deeply disturbing case that has shocked the nation, a father of three young children has been sentenced to…
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Qholaqhwe Village Without Running Water for Over Five Months
Residents of Qholaqhwe village, located in the Eastern Free State, have been living without running water for more than five…
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SERI Threatens Court Action Over Removal of Traders’ Containers in Ivory Park
The Socio-Economic Rights Institute of South Africa (SERI) has taken a decisive step against the City of Johannesburg, sending a…
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Child Marriage in Focus as EFF’s Mente Pushes for Full SADC Model Law Implementation
The ongoing fight against child marriage received renewed momentum over the weekend when Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) Member of Parliament…
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Meyiwa Judge Under Fire for Racially Charged Comments During High-Profile Trial
The Meyiwa judge, Ratha Mokgoatlheng, is at the center of a growing controversy following comments he made in court last…
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Patron Wins Legal Battle After Swallowing Needle in Burger at Stellenbosch Restaurant
Patron who swallowed a needle at a well-known Stellenbosch restaurant has emerged victorious after a protracted four-year legal fight. The…
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Trump Deploys National Guard to Los Angeles Amid Immigration Protest Unrest
In a dramatic and rare escalation of federal authority, Donald Trump ordered 2,000 National Guard troops into the streets of…
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Pope Leo Calls for Open Hearts and Minds in Pentecost Homily
In his first major liturgical celebration since his papal election last month, Pope Leo XIV delivered a powerful Pentecost homily…
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