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Blacklisted contractors expose deeper compliance crisis in construction sector
The government blacklisted 52 construction companies for compliance failures, revealing systemic issues in South Africa’s building sector and impacting quality.
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KZN police hunt suspects after R13m cocaine found in bus aircon
KwaZulu-Natal police are on the hunt for suspects after recovering cocaine worth R13 million during an intelligence-driven operation at Durban Harbour.
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Human-to-human hantavirus strain confirmed in cruise passenger
The Andes strain of the hantavirus that is transmissible between humans has been confirmed in a passenger evacuated to South Africa from a stricken cruise ship.
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NovaNews wins silver at WAN-IFRA 2026 African Digital Media Awards
NovaNews has won Silver in the Best Emerging News Provider category at the WAN-IFRA 2026 African Digital Media Awards.
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Kouga Municipality mobilises emergency teams as widespread flooding hits region
Kouga Local Municipality is responding to widespread flooding after approximately 100mm of overnight rain impacted various parts of the region.
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WHO tracing over 80 Airlink passengers after hantavirus death
The World Health Organisation is contact-tracing passengers on an Airlink flight from Saint Helena to Johannesburg, after a cruise ship passenger on board died from the rare hantavirus.
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Orange Level 8 warning issued for Kouga and Kou-Kamma as flooding risk rises
Kouga and Kou-Kamma residents are on high alert after a Level 8 disruptive rain warning was issued by the South African Weather Service.
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Doctor arrested over sexual assault allegations at KwaZulu-Natal hospital
A doctor has been arrested following allegations of sexual assault against patients at Madadeni Hospital outside Newcastle in KwaZulu-Natal.
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Cape Town’s marine outfalls meet water quality standards
Cape Town’s marine outfalls meet regulations, ensuring coastal waters remain safe for recreation, with over 98% of samples compliant.
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Codeta warns taxi fare hikes may follow fuel price surge
Codeta warns fuel price hikes could force taxi fare increases, putting added pressure on commuters as operators face rising costs.
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