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Constitutional Court strikes down key NHI provision, dealing blow to national health plan
The Constitutional Court has declared the certificate of needs provision in South Africa’s National Health Insurance Act unconstitutional, removing what has been described as a core pillar of the controversial health reform legislation.
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Cape Town urges residents to save water after storms disrupt treatment plants
Cape Town has urged residents to save water after severe storms disrupted treatment plants and reduced drinking water production.
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Eskom marks a year without load shedding, but not everyone’s celebrating
Eskom celebrated 365 days without load shedding, but the milestone was met with public scepticism as households still endure days-long power outages.
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Gauteng schools owe R590-million as province reviews decentralisation policy
Gauteng’s schools face a debt crisis of R584-million, disrupting education services and prompting a review of the decentralisation model.
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Cape Town named the world’s sixth best city to visit in 2026
Ranked sixth in the world by Time Out for 2026, Cape Town leads Africa with stunning beauty, world-class food, and outstanding value.
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Complaints streaming in about the army using heavy handed tactics
Bonteheuwel councillor Angus McKenzie urges residents to seek medical help and lay charges if they believe soldiers used excessive force.
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Home Affairs achieves record Smart ID card output amid digital transformation drive
During 2025/26, the Department of Home Affairs issued over four million Smart ID cards, significantly surpassing its target and advancing digital transformation efforts.
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Stellenbosch Municipality has a new director for corporate services
The Stellenbosch Municipality has a new acting director for corporate services with Dr Lungelwa Kaywood stepping into the role.
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DA addresses water wastage and infrastructure failures in Free State municipalities
The Democratic Alliance (DA) is addressing water and infrastructure crises in Free State municipalities. In Letsemeng, they urge immediate action on water wastage issues. In Phumelela, they call for accountability over a contractor’s poor work affecting roads and safety. The…
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Free State department probes teacher over corporal punishment of a Grade 3 learner
The Free State Department of Education has launched an investigation into allegations of a teacher’s involvement in corporal punishment, following an arrest.










