Local Stories
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Eastern Cape Tourism Awards celebrate industry excellence in Kouga
The Eastern Cape Tourism Awards celebrated industry excellence, honouring outstanding tourism professionals and venues, emphasising the sector’s vital role in regional growth and community involvement.
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‘Die Spoegvanger’ uit die pen van ‘n Jeffreysbaaier
Uit die dae van Dingaan, mag ‘n koning se spoeg nooit op die grond geval het die. Die spoegvanger moes dit vang voordat dit op die grond kon val…
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Court clears parents to sue Kruger National Park after leopard kills toddler
The parents of a boy mauled to death by a leopard in the Kruger National Park in 2019 have been granted permission to proceed with their damages claim.
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Sisters killed in tragic crash to be laid to rest this weekend
Janene Moodley, the mother of two sisters killed in an accident in the Northern Cape last weekend, says the family is “devastated by the tragic loss of our beloved Cassidy…
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Coca-Cola SA may cut 680 jobs, close plants amid restructuring
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) is considering cutting up to 680 jobs and shutting some of its plants.
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SA Reserve Bank leaves key interest rates unchanged
The SA Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee has left the repo rate unchanged at 7%, keeping the prime lending rate at 10.5%.
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Private pound operational in Kouga municipal area
A privately-owned pound has been established at Farm 865 Mooiuitzicht on the R102 in Jeffreys Bay, fully compliant with regulations.
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Kouga youth gain life skills and retail experience
Over 30 unemployed youth from Jeffreys Bay and surrounding areas gained life skills through a Kouga Municipality-JumpStart programme.
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Two teens arrested for attempted murder, hijacking of three DA MPs
A 16-year-old male has been arrested and charged with the attempted murder and hijacking of three Democratic Alliance (DA) MPLs, including Ian Cameron.
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Woodridge to represent SA at leadership conference in India
Woodridge Preparatory School represents South Africa as sole participant at Round Square International Junior Conference in India, 19-23 August 2025.
