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Obesity on the rise
South Africa has a growing obesity rate, exacerbated by the increasing prevalence of childhood obesity and 65% of women being classified as overweight. These worrying findings were put in the spotlight when observing World Obesity Day on Monday, 4 Ma
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Road duties delegated
The responsibility for the maintenance and upgrading of yet more roads in the Free State has been transferred to the South African National Roads Agency (Sanral). The premier, Mxolisi Dukwana, announced this during his second delivery of the State of
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Stripes earned
One of the finest judoka from Bloemfontein, Mosa Thetsane (23), continues to earn his stripes after, once again, being included in the South African senior men’s team – to compete at the 13th African Games in Accra, Ghana. The continental…
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Helping refine creative talents for a brighter, profitable future
Helping refine creative talents for a brighter, profitable future
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Local Varsity Cup sides regain momentum on the rugby field
The University of the Free State’s men’s rugby side, the Shimlas, has shaken off the cobwebs by claiming the top spot in the Varsity Cup tournament.
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Two eye crown
Two beauty pageant contestants from Bloemfontein have been shortlisted as finalists in two categories of Miss Stellar World South Africa 2024. The pair of Palesa Kobi and Karabo Tikiso are representing the Free State in this competition.
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Humanitarians continue helping victims
The provision of humanitarian aid is continued towards several people reeling from the devastating thunderstorms which caused severe damage to properties of Bloemfontein residents. The latest in staple food hampers, hygiene items, and blankets came f
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Campaign helps the overlooked
Various stakeholders advocating for the rights of people with disabilities held an awareness event for residents of Heidedal at the Norman Doubell Hall on 23 February.
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Roads a danger for pedestrians
An alarming number of pedestrians are killed on South African roads during the Easter holiday and the festive season. Evidence thereof is included in a report released by the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) on statistics relating to road f










