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Three arrested in alleged controlled medication syndicate bust
Three men have appeared in court after a Hawks and Anti-Gang Unit operation targeting the alleged illegal dealing of scheduled substances, drugs and cannabis.
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UPDATE | Four suspects in court over murder of boxing legend Zolani Tete
Four suspects are in custody following the fatal shooting of boxing legend Zolani “Lastborn” Tete, as memorial and funeral plans are announced.
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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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WATCH | Headache delays alleged Kariega child murder sentencing
Sentencing in the case of a man accused of murdering eight-year-old Veronique May was postponed after he complained of a headache.
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R61 million pothole repair campaign launched in NMBM
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality launched a R61 million pothole repair campaign to enhance road infrastructure and address community concerns.
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Kidnapping victim rescued, suspect arrested in Libode crime-prevention operation
A kidnapping victim was rescued and a suspect arrested after Libode police found a bound man in a stopped vehicle.
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