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WATCH: NovaNews Newscast — Today’s Top Stories, 1 October 2026
A South African pilot is hailed a hero after an alleged cockpit attack, smokers could face jail under proposed legislation, and Cape Town Airbnb hosts could face higher property rates.
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Ramaphosa gives departments 60 days to deliver alcohol violence reduction plan
President directs five departments to deliver coordinated plan within 60 days to reduce alcohol-related violence amid ongoing gender-based violence crisis.
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Ricardo Slawers becomes Africa’s first bread sommelier
La Motte’s Ricardo Slawers makes history as Africa’s first bread sommelier, earning prestigious title from Germany’s National Bakers Academy in Weinheim.
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South Africa retains top African aviation safety ranking
South Africa is the highest-ranking country in Africa and the seventh-leading country globally for the effectiveness of its civil aviation safety system.
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Emergency repair work on Smalblaar Bridge are making progress
The months long awaited reconnection of Rawsonville and De Nova is moving closer.
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Police investigate 40kg dagga seizure at Kruger Park
Police investigate after security found 40kg suspected cannabis in concessionaire vehicle during routine checks at Kruger Park’s Malelane Gate.
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Hawks seize suspected counterfeit goods worth R7 million in Gqeberha
Hawks seize suspected counterfeit branded merchandise worth approximately R7 million in a Gqeberha search-and-seizure operation at a Gelvandale retail shop.
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Lwandle mass shooting: Uncle demands justice and resources
Luyamda Macokeni demands justice after his niece was killed in the Lwandle mass shooting, calling for a new police station and surveillance cameras.
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Eskom extends solar registration fee waiver amid pushback
Eskom solar registration fees waived indefinitely. Learn about the latest updates and what it means for solar customers.
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Sperm whale cracks yacht hull, four sailors survive 18-hour ordeal
A sperm whale cracked the hull of the yacht Tai Tam in the South Pacific, sending four crew members on an 18-hour survival ordeal.
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