Somerset West
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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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Somerset West woman Rika Norris still missing after a month
Police confirm the search for missing Somerset West woman Rika Norris continues after more than a month with no trace of her found.
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City of Cape Town clears sewer blockage linked to Sanctuary dam
A sewer overflow linked to The Sanctuary dam caused fish distress; the blockage was cleared after inspections confirmed ammonia pollution.
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Cub Hub launched: Vergelegen opens second education centre
Vergelegen Wine Estate opens second education centre for workers’ children. The Cub Hub will serve primary school learners on weekday afternoons.
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Firehorse restaurant rises from the ashes at Vergelegen
When a kitchen fire struck Stables Restaurant, Vergelegen turned disaster into opportunity and Firehorse galloped in to keep the estate alive.
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Crime in brief
Somerset West police arrested a 27-year-old after 103 Mandrax tablets were found hidden in a cupboard at a Carey Park residence on 22 May.
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E-hailing ‘Robbers’ Arrested After Two Ambushes Within Five Hours
Two e-hailing ambushes within five hours led to four arrests in Gordon’s Bay, after a victim alerted security during a kidnapping and robbery.
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Explosion, fire erupts at RDM facility in Somerset West
No injuries were reported after an explosion and fire at RDM Somerset West depot prompted emergency response and investigation.
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Girls’ brigade puts in hard yards for 90th celebration
The 1st Somerset West Girls’ Brigade celebrated 90 years of ministry with a 5km fun walk that welcomed participants of all ages on Saturday.
