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Minister tours Kirstenbosch after social media allegations of neglect
World-renowned botanist Professor Eugene Moll has given Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden a clean bill of health following a ministerial inspection.
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See nature through your lenses with SANBI this Nature Photography Day
The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) invites the public to participate in Nature Photography Day from June 12 to 16, 2026, by capturing images in its gardens. Visitors can share up to three photos on social media with specific…
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OPINION | South Africa’s hidden drug bust arsenal – and why we’re starving it
South Africa’s Customs Detector Dog Unit significantly combats smuggling and crime but operates underfunded, risking border security and revenue.
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Court orders SANDF to pay costs after relocating troops before hearing
The Gauteng High Court has ordered the South African National Defence Force to pay legal costs after relocating Operation Prosper troops from Fort iKapa.
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Thousands of Malawians flee Durban after anti-migrant violence escalates
More than 3 000 Malawians sought refuge in an open field in Durban after fleeing escalating anti-immigrant threats and attacks.
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Western Cape flood disaster costs exceed R9 billion
The severe weather systems that battered the Western Cape in May have caused preliminary damage estimated at more than R9 billion.
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Cape Town construction site crackdown exposes 79 undocumented workers
A sweeping multi-agency compliance operation at a Cape Town construction site has exposed the scale of regulatory non-compliance gripping the building industry.
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WATCH | Africa at the World Cup: 10 teams, local coaches and tactical depth usher in a new era
This year, a record 10 team from Africa will take the stage in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Dam levels in the Free State remain stable
Dam levels in the Free State remain stable at 101.6%, unchanged from last week but up 0.8% compared to last year. Key dams like Krugersdrift and Bloemhof have seen increases, while some like Sterkfontein and Vanderkloof have decreased. The Department…
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Cape Town Tourism wins three gold awards at international tourism film festival africa
Cape Town Tourism wins three gold awards at ITFFA for authentic storytelling campaigns showcasing the city’s global tourism appeal.










