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Woman accused of exploiting brother’s death in RAF fraud
A Mthatha woman faces fraud charges after allegedly posing as her deceased brother’s spouse to claim nearly R1 million from the Road Accident Fund.
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Wimbledon: A storied history of tennis excellence, strawberries – and the occasional streaker
The 139th Championships at Wimbledon begins on Monday 29 June, marking another chapter in the world’s oldest tennis tournament.
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Dutch adoption agency to close doors on South African children
The Dutch government’s decision to phase out intercountry adoption by 2030 deals a significant blow to South African children seeking permanent homes.
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Italian couple faces trial after Supreme Court dismisses delay tactics in a multi-million rand fraud case
An Italian couple, accused of defrauding a South African company, will face trial after unsuccessful attempts to delay proceedings.
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Record demand for City’s substance-abuse programmes
The City of Cape Town’s substance abuse prevention programmes reached 5 193 learners in nine months, well above the 3 500 target.
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Man arrested for double murder of two brothers at Harrismith farm
Police have arrested a man (26) in connection with the murder of two brothers at Toekoms Farm outside Harrismith. The arrest was made less than 24 hours after the attack that claimed the lives of Reanetswe Lakaje (9) and Thabiso…
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Venezuelans race to find survivors as earthquake death toll reaches 235
A devastating earthquake in Venezuela killed at least 235 people and injured thousands, with ongoing rescue efforts hampered by damage and shortages.
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Northern Cape municipalities: Slight progress amid deepening crisis
While the province has successfully moved several municipalities out of the worst audit categories, residents continue to suffer from unreliable services.
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NMBM battles pipe bursts, treatment delays as water supply remains under strain
The NMBM is continuing efforts to stabilise the metro’s water supply network as repair teams respond to overnight pipe bursts.
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South Africa launches first district energy council in Northern Cape Upington
South Africa launched its first District Energy Council in Upington, marking a historic step toward closing the gap between Eskom and municipalities.
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