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NMBM water crisis: Water system remains under severe strain despite improved reservoir levels
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality warns of ongoing water supply strain despite improvements, urging residents to conserve water amid intermittent outages.
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Hawks arrest foreign national wanted for child kidnapping and extortion in KuGompo City
A 48-year-old foreign national has been arrested after a months-long manhunt linked to the alleged kidnapping of a nine-year-old child.
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Municipal service failures threaten ANC strongholds ahead of South African local elections
Voters in Evaton West switched from the ANC to the DA, seeking better services, indicating a potential political shift in South Africa.
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Illegal mining in Welkom and other hotspots in Matjhabeng targeted
Joint operations against illegal mining in the Free State led to multiple arrests, firearm seizures, and recoveries of gold and copper.
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Larry the cat outlasts sixth British prime minister as Starmer resigns
Larry, the 19-year-old cat, endures as the chief mouser at 10 Downing Street, outlasting six prime ministers since 2011.
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City acknowledges UCT study that finds pharmaceuticals, pesticides and metals in False Bay
UCT researchers found pharmaceuticals, pesticides and metals in False Bay waters and sediments, highlighting pollution concerns.
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South Africa stun South Korea to make World Cup history
South Africa beat South Korea 1-0 on Wednesday to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout rounds for the first time in their history.
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Coalition pushes for R2 billion maternal grant ahead of budget deadline
With government spending priorities being set this week, advocates say a time-bound grant for pregnant women could reduce child stunting.
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Free State municipalities face water infrastructure challenges
Two Free State municipalities struggle with water infrastructure issues, spending millions on emergency services while prioritizing long-term planning and qualified staff.
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Cape Town faith leaders call for calm amid repatriation crisis
Faith leaders and humanitarian workers issue a joint call for calm, accountability, and reform as Cape Town’s repatriation crisis deepens.
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