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Man sentenced to life imprisonment for raping elderly woman (84)
A 20-year-old man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the rape of an 84-year-old woman in Maletswai, formerly Aliwal North, on 7 October 2023.
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Women turn lived experiences into powerful stories of climate change
Women from across the Karoo and Garden Route gathered in Willowmore to share stories about climate change and its impact on their communities.
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Rocco Torro wins five national and international awards
Rocco Torro has received five national and international awards in 2026, recognising its premium 100% African agave spirits and innovation.
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Hawks secure conviction over R4.7m fraudulent VAT claims
Fraudulent VAT claims amounting to approximately R4.7 million have resulted in a conviction in a complex commercial crime case investigated by the Hawks.
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Eastern Cape ambulance fleet gets boost amid ageing fleet, breakdowns
The Eastern Cape government is rolling out new ambulances as it addresses an ageing fleet, frequent breakdowns and lengthy repair times.
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Nqweba holding cells still condemned after eight years
Nqweba Police Station’s condemned holding cells remain closed since 2018, with no timeline for repairs or reopening provided.
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Storm-hit families receive building materials as Buffalo City Metro steps in
Buffalo City Metro distributed building materials to 60 storm-affected households across seven wards, helping vulnerable families repair damaged homes.
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WATCH | Convicted child murderer sentenced to two life sentences, three years
A Kariega man has been sentenced to two life terms plus three years for the rape and murder of eight-year-old Veronique May during Women’s Month.
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Thys Lombard death: Tributes pour in for well-known school rugby photographer
Tributes have poured in on social media for well-known school sports photographer Thys Lombard who allegedly died during a surfing competition on Friday.
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Knysna doctor and practice manager killed in N2 crash
Two well-known Knysna healthcare workers, Dr Johann Viljoen and Charl Steenekamp, died in a head-on collision on the N2 near White Bridge.
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