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Storm cleanup in Hermanus leads to discovery of human remains in informal settlement
Human remains believed to be linked to the Khoi or San people were recently uncovered in the Dubai informal settlement in Hermanus, turning what began as a recovery operation into…
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Deadline extended for the fight to save Bantamsklip
The clock is ticking – but the public has been given a little more time …you have one last chance to save the coast. Following widespread calls from concerned residents,…
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Petition calls for no bail application in the Jenine Hopley case
Her joy and smile left a lasting impression on everyone who knew and loved her. Now her loved ones were left mourning the loss of their mother, sister, niece and…
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Illegal dumping in Zwelihle sparks health concerns
Residents were raising concerns over illegal dumping in Zwelihle that had steadily deteriorated over time, transforming a space meant for human life into a street of waste, a health hazard…
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Overberg electricity is in a shambles after the recent storms and vandalism
Although Eskom boasts it has not implemented load shedding for a year now the towns in the Overstrand do not agree with that statement at all. Because towns such as…
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Devastating storms threatens Western Cape fruit industry exports and jobs
Widespread storm damage across the Western Cape between 10 and 12 May has left the fruit industry in the Ceres region facing mounting financial losses, infrastructure collapse and an escalating…
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‘Life After Fire’: golden triumph for SA at Chelsea Flower Show
At the dawn of this year, South Africans watched in horror as devastating wildfires tore through landscapes across the Overberg, leaving behind nothing but ash, silence, and the faint memory…
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Elderly couple and dog die in Onrus fire
Two residents, presumably a couple, and their dog died in a fire at a estate in Onrus in the early hours of this morning (Friday 15 May). The fire broke…
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Parts of the Overberg without electricity and water for nearly five days
The storm has taken its toll. Lives have been lost, many have been left homeless, properties have been damaged, trees have been uprooted and lives disrupted. As municipalities across the…
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Caledon murder accused boyfriend set for second court appearance
Lee-Wayne Koert, who is accused of raping and murdering his 38-year-old girlfriend, is set to appear in court again on 14 May following the discovery of her body at Caledon…
