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Western Cape water supply drops drastically in seven days
Latest data from the DWS shows that combined Cape Town System Dams (CTSD) decreased from 71,32% to 68,12% in the last seven days.
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Thousands attend Cape Town’s colourful annual minstrel parade
Thousands attend Cape Town’s annual minstrel parade, a vibrant cultural tradition rooted in the city’s history of slavery and heritage.
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Two tornadoes reported in Mpumalanga on New Year’s Day
Two tornadoes struck Mpumalanga on New Year’s Day, causing property damage near Middelburg and Carolina but no loss of life, SAWS reports.
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Bus accident on N1 in Free State claims three lives, five more in Western Cape
A bus that overturned on the N1 between Edenburg and Bloemfontein claimed the lives of three passengers with 71 that was taken to hospitals.
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Fallen Free State police officers honoured in special ceremony
Police officers who died in the line of duty since 2020 were honored at a memorial service in Bloemfontein on 21 December.
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Ten international events that defined 2025
Explore the top 10 international news events that shaped 2025, including Trump’s return to power and major AI investments.
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Fire at Laborie Wine Estate in Paarl contained
A fire that destroyed Cucina Di Giovanni restaurant and the first wing of accommodation at Laborie Wine Estate has been contained.
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Testing centre closure hits festive season drivers in Bloemfontein
The closing of the Lengau Testing Centre in Bloemfontein in the December festive season, comes at the worst possible time.
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Murder at Naauwhoek: Griekwastad reeled by the possible release of a killer
After 11 years in prison, the Griekwastad murderer might be free within weeks after getting parole.
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Story of survival, hope and love captured in book
In this story, Bloemfontein businessman Juan Maree gives a gripping, moment-by-moment account of his dramatic survival.
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