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South African World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies at 25
Bafana Bafana footballer Jayden Adams (25), who represented his country at the 2026 World Cup, has died.
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Missing hiker Itumeleng Mekoa found dead in Helderberg
Hiker Itumeleng Mekoa’s body was found in Helderberg Nature Reserve after a week-long search. Police have registered an inquest into his death.
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Suspect in Helderberg house robbery spree arrested
Somerset West police have arrested a 32-year-old man after a high-speed chase on N2 who is linked to house robberies across the Helderberg and Boland.
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Search intensifies for 37-year-old hiker Itumeleng Mekoa in Helderberg Nature Reserve
A large-scale multi-agency search-and-rescue operation is urgently underway in the Helderberg Nature Reserve in Somerset West following the disappearance of 37-year-old hiker Itumeleng Mekoa.
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Evergreen Sitari knitters bring warmth and joy to their community
Comprising about 12 to 15 dedicated women, the group fills a large box with hand-knitted ponchos, blankets, beanies, and scarves to combat the winter chill every six weeks.
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Safety measures for heritage site
The municipal Recreation and Parks Department announced its intention to implement immediate law enforcement interventions at the heritage building at 24 New Street in Somerset West.
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Soet River CMF leader bids farewell
After two and a half years at the helm of the Soet River Catchment Management Forum (CMF), chairperson Dave Walker is stepping down to relocate to Langebaan.
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Community rallies to inspire next generation with Tristan Leyds parade
Three Rusthof rugby clubs – Strand, Strand United and St George’s RFC – will unite the community this Sunday (12 July) for a street parade honouring local sevens rugby star Tristan Leyds, who was named the world’s best sevens player.
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Seawall project moves one way – beware of traffic changes
All work is scheduled for completion at the end of January next year.
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Strand derby takes center stage in volatile club rugby weekend
The local club rugby landscape is bracing for one of its most fiercely contested rivalries, with all eyes turning to the upcoming Super League C battle between Strand RFC and Strand United on Saturday 11 July.
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