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Bright learner’s ability astounds
A matric learner of the Brebner Secondary School in Bloemfontein is enjoying the fruits of his labour after receiving exceptional recognition during the school’s prize-giving ceremony.
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Find stories about people and events in and around Mangaung on news24.com. Select “Publications” at the top of the page and click on (Mangaung) Express.
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Gender equality still pursued
Women are still under-represented at senior management level in government.
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Arms smuggling probed
The criminal case against a male soldier arrested for allegedly smuggling military weapons at the Tempe Military base in Bloemfontein is yet to be enrolled by the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA).
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Long-awaited trial starts
The wheel of justice seems to grind slowly for three victims of assault allegedly committed by eight police officers in Edenburg, 83 km outside Bloemfontein, early in 2017.
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September sparks talk about drinking during pregnancy
The prevalence of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs) has the country rated high globally. The scope of the situation, measured with FASD births, has called for serious discussion in FASD Awareness Month.
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Branded venue concept aims to inspire women
The Shebeen, a fully-fledged, women-friendly food and beverages venue is envisaged to unleash women’s innovation, and the creation of safe venues to socialise without feeling threatened.
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Operator of alleged illegal funeral scheme charged with fraud
A bitter dispute over unpaid funeral policy money between a client and the operator of the BFT Funeral Services in Bohlokong has led to the discovery of fraudulent acts. Probing by the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), or Hawks,…
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Shining light on societal ills
An award-winning production highlighting themes of domestic violence, gender inequality and sexism that plagues our society can be watched live over three-days at the University of the Free State’s Bloemfontein campus.
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Brazen burglar punished for assault on SABC premises
A brazen burglar who assaulted a security officer within the South African Broadcasting Corporation’s (SABC) premises in Bloemfontein, was issued a jail sentence with the option to pay a fine. The Bloemfontein Regional Court sentenced Mokheseng Jafta








