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LETTER: Armed response companies employees’ professionalism under scrutiny
The current crime levels in South Africa are forcing citizens to rely on the services of security companies to keep their families and properties safe from the intrusion of criminals into their lives.
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Aspiring young writers excel
Strand Library patron Skyler Plaatjies (10) was named the winner in the Afrikaans category of the City of Cape Town’s Library and Information Service’s writing competition for learners aged between nine to 13 and 14 to 17.
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Global acclaim for Macassar journo
“Stay passionate, work hard, remain humble, continuously learn new skills, and excel in multiple areas while keeping your career goals in focus.” With these words, Duncan Masiwa aims to inspire aspiring journalists and industry professionals striving to achieve new heights.
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LETTER: Single mother shares hospital experience
I am deeply frustrated and feel compelled to share my story. My 15-year-old daughter began vomiting blood and was in excruciating pain. On Tuesday 3 September, I took her to Helderberg Hospital.
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Record swim for determined Karli
Under the guidance and mentorship of world record holder and Somerset West local Howard Warrington, 10- year-old Karli Fourie has made headlines after successfully completing the challenging Robben Island to Blouberg crossing last month – a record for the youngest…
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Global acclaim for Macassar journo
“Stay passionate, work hard, remain humble, continuously learn new skills, and excel in multiple areas while keeping your career goals in focus.” With these words, Duncan Masiwa aims to inspire aspiring journalists and industry professionals striving to achieve new heights.
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LESERSFOTO: Blomme maak tuine vrolik!
Die ywerige fotograaf Cobus Germishuys het weer eens sy mik-en-druk-kamera byderhand gehad en dié pragtige lente-beeld vasgevang en vir mede-lesers se genot met die koerant gedeel.
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LETTER: Single mother shares hospital experience
I am deeply frustrated and feel compelled to share my story. My 15-year-old daughter began vomiting blood and was in excruciating pain. On Tuesday 3 September, I took her to Helderberg Hospital.
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Rusthof residents feel powerless
Following the latest in an alleged series of cable theft incidents, irate community members of Rusthof in Strand decided to take the law into their own hands by confronting a suspected cable thief.
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Record swim for determined Karli
Under the guidance and mentorship of world record holder and Somerset West local Howard Warrington, 10- year-old Karli Fourie has made headlines after successfully completing the challenging Robben Island to Blouberg crossing last month – a record for the youngest…






