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City plans Harrington Square upgrades to boost safety and accessibility
Harrington Square and its surrounds in the City Bowl are under review, with the city prioritising upgrades to create a safer, more accessible public space.
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Road safety operations to target high-risk areas during back-to-back long weekends
Law enforcement will enhance monitoring on South Africa’s high-risk routes during upcoming holidays due to increased travel and pedestrian safety concerns.
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Gqeberha urban trees under threat from invasive PSHB beetle
An invasive beetle is spreading across Gqeberha’s green spaces, with new infestations raising concern about its threat to the city’s urban ecosystem.
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New research exposes gaps in South Africa’s fight against stunting
Research reveals South Africa’s inadequate efforts against child stunting, affecting over a quarter of children under five, highlighting inconsistencies and fragmentation in solutions.
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Florida investigates ChatGPT’s role in university mass shooting
Florida authorities have launched a criminal investigation into whether artificial intelligence played a role in a deadly mass shooting at Florida State University.
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Jack van der Spuy murder case continues in Somerset West court
Two suspects facing murder charges for Jack van der Spuy’s death in a Somerset West house fire appeared in court with next appearance Friday.
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School system collapse demands urgent deployment of social workers
South Africa’s education system faces a crisis of violence, hunger, and teacher shortages, severely affecting students’ wellbeing and learning.
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SA sauvignon blanc claims 30 medals at top international wine competition
South Africa’s Sauvignon Blanc is strengthening its position as one of the most dynamic Sauvignon-producing countries on the global stage.
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Emmarentia road rage case put on hold for further investigation
Emmarentia road rage case put on hold for further police investigation and evidence.
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Somerset West women pioneers automotive training hub
Somerset Mechanical Centre launches Western Cape’s first workshop-based mechanic training for rural youth, addressing SA’s skills shortage crisis.
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