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Man found dead in bathroom after a gang-related shooting in Stellenbosch
A murder case is being investigated after a man was found dead in a bathroom in Cloetesville, Stellenbosch following a shooting on Friday 21 August.
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Three Jeppe men face kidnapping charges, cops rescue unharmed victim
Three men were arrested for the apparent kidnapping of a man in Jeppe on Thursday 20 August. Police recovered several items, including firearms, during the operation.
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Lights out: Young bookworm (9) trapped in dark library after afternoon nap
A nine-year-old boy’s love for books landed him in trouble when he fell asleep in a Cape Town library and was accidentally locked in after closing time.
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Police seek leads after body of missing four-year-old boy is found in cemetery
Police in the Free State have launched a probe into the circumstances that led to the murder of a four-year-old boy in Winburg on Friday 21 August.
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Novus Media’s reporters among best recognised at FCJ Excellence Awards
South Africa’s community press gathered for the 2025 AVBOB FCJ Excellence Awards, which recognises the journalists who tell the stories of local communities.
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Three high-ranking residents of Knysna shot dead in 48 hours
Three councillors were murdered in separate shootings in Knysna within 48 hours, sparking fears of political violence in the coastal town.
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Four in 10 South Africans rely on government grants to survive
New research reveals 40% of South Africans depend on social grants, with Child Support and SRD grants dominating the system.
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Dimpane welcomes withdrawal of corruption charges against PKTT officers including Khumalo
The PKTT seven, including Crime Intelligence head Khumalo, are free after the withdrawal of fraud and corruption charges against them .
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Boks ready for ‘special’ four-match series against All Blacks
Springbok coaches and players say four-match Castle Double Malt Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series against All Blacks presents unique challenge and honour.
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This week at the Madlanga Commission: A week of legal battles and retractions
Vusimuzi Matlala refuses to answer key questions while Fadiel Adams retracts evidence and admits misleading police minister during testimonies.
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