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Free State department probes teacher over corporal punishment of a Grade 3 learner
The Free State Department of Education has launched an investigation into allegations of a teacher’s involvement in corporal punishment, following an arrest.
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Uncle gets life sentence for repeated rape of teenager, resulting in birth of child
The Bloemfontein Sexual Offences Court sentenced uncle to life imprisonment for repeatedly raping his niece, resulting in her giving birth.
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Four killed, one hospitalised after a fatal shooting on Free State R26 route
The Free State police have launched a full-scale search for unknown armed assailants involved in the fatal shooting on the R26 road.
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Significant Free State road, R26 closed temporarily following deadly shooting
Free State road R26 was closed due to an active crime scene while police investigations are ongoing regarding a deadly shooting.
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Safe house in Botshabelo applauded for guarding victims
Minister appload organisation in Botshabelo who work to safeguard and provide care for victims of gender-based violence.
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Passing of Dr Matjoa closes a historic chapter on Mandela’s 12 Disciples freedom fighter
The passing of Dr Pule Elias Matjoa marked the end of a rich legacy in the struggle for freedom and democracy, as one of Nelson Mandela’s 12 Disciples.
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Patronage drives Bloem Show, amid economic challenges
Multitudes of patrons descended on Bloemfontein’s showground to bring the curtain down on the 2026 Bloem Show, which marked 143 years of existence.
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Party calls for a crackdown on heavy freight vehicles damaging residential routes
Political party raises grave concerns specifically about heavy freight vehicles causing significant damage to residential access routes in Bloemfontein.
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Afgetrede man sterf in huisbrand in Fauna; hond gered
‘n Afgetrede spoorwegwerker Pottie Potgieter (65) is Maandag in die vroeë ure in ‘n verwoestende brand in sy huis dood.
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Three learners arrested after the theft of tablet devices and a burglary at a local school
Reddersburg Police have arrested three learners in connection with the burglary and theft of 19 Samsung tablets at a local primary school.
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