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Childminder arrested after toddler found with open wounds on New Year’s Day
A 59-year-old childminder was arrested after a two-year-old girl was found with serious open wounds whilst the carer was allegedly under the influence of alcohol.
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Jeffreys Bay community to bid farewell to beloved journalist, mother and friend Veronica Fourie
Veteran journalist Veronica Fourie (65) to be laid to rest Sunday, 5 January 2026 at NG Gemeente in Jeffreys Bay at 14:00.
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Two police officials remanded in custody after arrested for extortion
Two police officials aged 24-30 arrested for extortion as SAPS reaffirms commitment to upholding the rule of law in Mthatha.
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Eastern Cape ramps up road safety ahead of Christmas
Eastern Cape boosts road safety operations for Christmas travel rush with roadblocks and high-visibility patrols on key routes.
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Breakthrough in Tracy Brown murder case as third suspect arrested on N1 near Bloemfontein
Third suspect arrested in brutal murder of prosecutor Tracy Brown (42), gunned down near her Gqeberha home in July 2025.
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Man dies after opening fire on police in Mthatha operation
A 35-year-old man was fatally shot during a police operation in Mandela Park, Mthatha, after he opened fire on officers searching for illegal firearms.
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SANParks brings festive joy to Tsitsikamma communities
Tsitsikamma park carried out festive community outreach initiatives on 17-18 December, supporting local children and families.
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Boy (8) dies after being struck by hit-and-run driver in East London
An eight-year-old boy was killed by a hit-and-run driver while crossing a road in Amalinda, East London, on 22 December.
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Tributes pour in following journalist Veronica Fourie’s passing after short cancer fight
Beloved journalist Veronica Fourie’s final words: ‘leave a sparkle where you have been.’ She faced cancer with grace and red lipstick.
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JBay residents urged to continue water saving as Churchill-supplied reservoirs remain low
Kouga Municipality reports Jeffreys Bay reservoir levels remain critically low at 26%. Residents urged to continue water conservation efforts.
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