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Lotto Operations Continue After Ithuba’s Licence Renewed for One Year
Lotto operations in South Africa will continue without interruption after the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC) granted a…
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Nyanga Hiking Club: Empowering Cape Town’s Vulnerable Children Through Nature
Nyanga, one of the most violence-stricken neighbourhoods on the Cape Flats, gang activity and gun violence are grim realities that…
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Water Tankers Deployed Amid Rand Water Maintenance in Gauteng
Water Tankers Alleviate Shortages as Infrastructure Upgrades Disrupt Supply GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA — Residents across several municipalities in Gauteng have…
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Nigeria: 21 Athletes Killed in Highway Bus Crash
Nigeria — A tragic bus crash on a major highway in Nigeria claimed the lives of 21 athletes on Saturday,…
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Olorato Mongale: Remembering a Vibrant Life Taken Too Soon
Olorato Mongale — On Sunday, hundreds gathered at Bloemfontein City Hall to pay their final respects to Olorato Mongale, a…
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KZN: Police Officer Kills One, Injures Two, Then Takes Own Life in Shocking Incident
JOHANNESBURG – A tragic road rage incident involving a police officer turned deadly on Saturday near Machunwini in KwaZulu-Natal, leaving…
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Ramaphosa Pays Tribute to ANC Stalwart Gertrude Shope at Memorial Service
Ramaphosa delivered a heartfelt eulogy on Saturday at the funeral service of the late ANC struggle icon Gertrude Shope, held…
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Mother and Accomplices Sentenced to Life for Kidnapping, Trafficking Joshlin Smith
In a harrowing case that has shocked South Africa and drawn national outrage, Racquel “Kelly” Smith, the mother of missing…
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Lotto Operations in Limbo After Court Blocks Licence Extension
South Africa’s Lotto operations face an uncertain future following a decisive ruling by the Pretoria High Court, which has dismissed…
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Justice, Not Revenge: Olorato Mongale’s Family Speaks Out After Suspect’s Death
The family of Olorato Mongale, a 30-year-old journalist whose tragic death shook the nation, says the fatal police shootout involving…
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South Africa to Bid Farewell to ANC Veteran Gertrude Shope
South Africa is preparing to bid farewell to one of its most iconic freedom fighters and pioneers in women’s leadership.…
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Former Councillor in KZN Sentenced to Four Life Terms for Murdering Wife and Three Children
Former councillor in KwaZulu-Natal has been handed four life sentences for the brutal murders of his wife and three children,…
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Treasury: Expanding List of Tax-Free Food Items Unlikely to Benefit Poorer Households
Treasury has stated it does not support expanding the list of tax-free food items, arguing that doing so is unlikely…
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Olerato Mongale Murder Suspect Found With IDs of Over 20 Women, SAPS Investigating
The Olerato Mongale murder has taken a chilling turn as South African Police launch a deeper investigation into the identities…
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AmaZulu Royal Family Edges Closer to Unity Amid Kingship Dispute
The Zulu traditional prime ministry remains hopeful that the AmaZulu royal family will soon find common ground and overcome its…
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Olorato Mongale Murder Case: Main Suspect Killed in Police Shootout
Authorities have confirmed that the main suspect in the Olorato Mongale murder case was killed during a police shootout in…
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Joshlin Smith: Police Say Investigation Into Missing Girl’s Case Remains Active
Despite life sentences being handed down to the three people convicted in connection with her disappearance, Joshlin Smith remains missing—and…
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Ramaphosa’s working visit to the US receives Cabinet’s full approval — Ntshavheni
Ramaphosa’s recent working trip to the United States has received a positive assessment from Cabinet, with officials expressing satisfaction that…
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Zulu regiments urge unity under King Misuzulu for stability.
Zulu regiments have made a heartfelt plea to opposing factions within the Zulu royal family, urging them to put aside…
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Cape Town Residents Urged to Comment on 2025/26 Draft Budget by June 13
The City of Cape Town is calling on residents to submit their feedback on the draft budget for the 2025/26…
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Electricity Upgrade: CoJ Allocates R4.6bn for Infrastructure Improvements
Electricity upgrade efforts are at the forefront of the City of Johannesburg’s new budget priorities, as Finance MMC Margaret Arnolds…
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Activists urge government to mandate land sharing by farm owners.
Activists at the Food Indaba hosted by the Union Against Hunger on Wednesday called on the government to take decisive…
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Cape Town Activists Observe Namibia’s First Genocide Remembrance Day
CAPE TOWN – A group of activists gathered outside the German consulate in Cape Town on Monday to mark Namibia’s…
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South Africa Faces Food Insecurity as a Major Driver of Poverty and Crime
South Africa: Civil Society and Activists Converge to Address Food Insecurity as a Driver of Poverty and Crime. CAPE TOWN…
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Free State Pensioner Receives New Home After Government admits mistake
In a heartwarming moment that symbolizes justice and hope for vulnerable citizens, Maleroele Molato, a 75-year-old pensioner from Naledi Village…
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Ramaphosa during Parliament question time: ‘Honourable deputy speaker, I feel abused’
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s scheduled question-and-answer session in the National Assembly on Tuesday was derailed following a heated disruption by Economic…
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Probation Officer Labels Joshlin Smith’s Mother a Manipulative Liar in Sentencing Report
Probation officer Errol Pietersen delivered pre-sentencing reports to the court on Tuesday, 27 May 2025. His assessment, based on interviews…
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Radio Legend Darren Scott Passes Away After Battle with Cancer
Renowned South African radio personality Darren Scott has passed away after a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer. The veteran…
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One in Three SA Teens Have Tried Alcohol, Study Finds
A New landmark study has revealed that one in three SA teens have consumed alcohol at some point in their…
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Joshlin Smith Trial Nears Conclusion with Sentencing Expected This Week
The highly publicised Joshlin Smith case is set to draw to a close this week as the court prepares to…
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Ramaphosa Threatened: Alleged Cyberbully in Court Over Threats Case
Ramaphosa was allegedly targeted in a series of online threats that led to the brief court appearance of a 28-year-old…
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Joshlin Smith Trial: Tough Road Ahead for Accused as Sentencing Begins – Defence Attorney
The sentencing phase in the high-profile Joshlin Smith case is set to begin this week at the Western Cape High…
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Malema slams Ramaphosa for painting SA as a crime hub during US visit
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) have taken aim at President Cyril Ramaphosa, accusing him of damaging South Africa’s international reputation…
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Tragedy in Boksburg: Six Family Members Die in Devastating Fire
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Boksburg, Ekurhuleni, in the early hours of Monday morning as six family members lost their…
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Body of Abel Buzi Mollo stolen from Graveyard
The grave of Abel Buzi Mollo, who was laid to rest in 2021, has been shockingly exhumed under disturbing circumstances.…
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Lesotho Highlands Water Project Secured to Operate for Another 25 Years
The Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) tunnel, a critical infrastructure link between Lesotho and South Africa, has been declared structurally…
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Africa Day Marks Reflection, Resistance, and Hope for a United Future
As the continent celebrates Africa Day, the calls for unity, solidarity, and collective progress are resonating more loudly than ever.…
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Man Arrested for Threats Against President Ramaphosa to Appear in Cape Town Court
A 28-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly making serious threats against President Cyril Ramaphosa and other prominent public figures.…
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Gauteng Man Arrested for Threatening President Ramaphosa to Appear in Western Cape Court
CAPE TOWN – A Gauteng man who allegedly made threats against President Cyril Ramaphosa and other high-profile individuals is set…
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Limpopo Police Reignite Fight Against Gender-Based Violence
JOHANNESBURG – Hope in the fight against gender-based violence (GBV) has been reignited as the Limpopo Police intensify their efforts…
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Police Arrest Brazilian National Caught with R1.4 Million Worth of Cocaine
Police have arrested a 39-year-old Brazilian national at OR Tambo International Airport after he was caught with cocaine worth an…
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Police Hunt Suspects in Murder of Four in Dundee
Police in KwaZulu-Natal have launched an intensive manhunt following the brutal murder of four people, including a 12-year-old child, in…
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Ramaphosa Threatened: Man Arrested for Targeting President
Ramaphosa was the target when a 28-year-old man was arrested on Friday, 23 May 2025, in Germiston, Gauteng, after allegedly…
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Hundreds of Miners Trapped Underground at Sibanye-Stillwater’s Kloof Mine in Johannesburg
Approximately 300 miners are reportedly trapped underground at Sibanye-Stillwater’s Kloof mine in Westonaria, Johannesburg, following an incident that occurred on…
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President Ramaphosa Mourns the Passing of Anti-Apartheid Icon Gertrude Shope
President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed deep sorrow at the passing of one of South Africa’s most respected liberation icons, Gertrude…
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2 Eastern Cape women arrested for abducting babies to appear in court
Two women from the Eastern Cape are set to appear in the New Brighton Magistrate’s Court on Friday following their…
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Julius Malema Slams Ramaphosa and Trump Over “Gossip” Meeting in Washington
Washington, D.C. – EFF leader Julius Malema has fiercely criticised the recent meeting between South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and…
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Ramaphosa delegation failed to adequately defend South Africa, says ex-BUSA head
Ramaphosa has come under fire from Former Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) president Bonang Mohale, who criticized the president for…
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Man dies in Boksburg informal settlement fire
A devastating fire at the Delmore informal settlement in Boksburg, Ekurhuleni, claimed the life of one man and left several…
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Cape Town Disaster Teams Assess Flood Damage Across City After Torrential Rains
Following two days of relentless rainfall, the City of Cape Town’s Disaster Risk Management Centre (DRMC) has been actively assessing…
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