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South Africa’s unemployment crisis deepens as jobless rate climbs to 32.7%
South Africa’s unemployment rate has climbed to 32.7% in the first quarter of 2026, representing a 1.3 percentage point increase.
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Men implored to feel, grieve, heal at mental health event
A mental health event in Lwandle created a safe space for men to open up, free from judgement, and confront the realities of masculine burden.
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US cost of Iran war nearing $29 billion, Pentagon reveals
The United States military has spent nearly $29 billion on the war with Iran, as President Donald Trump faces growing pressure.
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Phalanomics: Accountability vs. Stability while navigating South Africa’s new political crosswinds
South Africa’s Constitutional Court has reopened the Phala Phala impeachment process, creating renewed political uncertainty around President Cyril Ramaphosa and the GNU.
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Mother and child die in tragic N1 crash involving health minister’s vehicle
A mother and her baby died after being hit by a vehicle while crossing a highway to reach the husband’s accident scene.
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WC nurses honoured for compassion and care on International Nurses’ Day
Today marks International Nurses’ Day, celebrated on the anniversary of modern nursing founder Florence Nightingale’s birthday.
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Trio accused of killing Gqeberha businessman appear in High Court
Three accused in the murder of Gqeberha businessman Daniel de Jager appeared in the High Court, where the matter was postponed to 22 May.
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Government allocates R31 billion to roads agency for network upgrades
SANRAL will receive nearly R31 billion this year to maintain, rehabilitate and expand the country’s road network.
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Eskom works to restore power to Western Cape towns
Eskom is repairing damaged infrastructure to restore electricity in the Western Cape after severe weather caused widespread outages and challenges.
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Animal rights groups gather outside parliament to push for legal reform
Animal protection groups gathered outside parliament in Cape Town on Saturday, calling for stronger legal protections for animals in South Africa.
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