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World TB Day Commemoration took place in Caledon
“Yes! We can end TB!” is the theme for World TB Day 2026. It is a bold call for action and a message of hope. The South African theme was […]
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Road clear for traffic after head-on collision on the R43
The R43 was closed for almost five hours today due to a head-on collision near Benguela Cove. The road opened and the accident scene cleared at approximately 15:15. According to […]
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New information centre opens its doors in Grabouw
The Elgin Valley has taken a significant step forward in promoting sustainable tourism and environmental awareness with the official opening of the Grabouw Forest Information Centre on 18 March. Located […]
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The SA Air Force Technology Show: The sky is the limit…
The SA Air Force Technology Show, held on 21 March at the Air Force Base Overberg in Bredasdorp, was described as “a historic and inspiring occasion, bringing cutting-edge aviation and […]
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Local gem shines bright: Bientang’s Cave in Hermanus earns Diamond
Hermanus has once again proven its status as a world-class culinary destination, with Bientang’s Cave earning the coveted Diamond Award at the 2025 Diners Club SA Winelist Awards. This prestigious […]
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The Theewaterskloof Dam declined from 50,71% to 49,33%
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has recorded a continued decline in dam levels across the Western Cape, reinforcing the need for sustained water-conservation efforts from members of the […]
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World Water Day: ‘Water and Gender: Where water flows equality grows’
As communities throughout the Western Cape confront escalating water shortages and climate-related disruptions, this year’s World Water Day on 22 March underscored the critical link between water security and gender […]
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World Water Day | Communities urged to conserve water as national crisis deepens
Western Cape faces severe water shortages amid a national crisis, urging collective action and awareness to promote sustainable water management.
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Body found floating in Struisbaai waters; police launch investigation
Police have opened an inquest docket after an unidentified body was discovered floating in waters off Struisbaai on Wednesday morning. The grim discovery was made at approximately 11:45 on 18 […]
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South African wine grape harvest outlook improves for 2026
South African wine producers are regaining confidence as the 2026 harvest progresses, with the third crop estimate indicating a larger harvest and quality indicators showing strong potential across several cultivars.










