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Import duties hiked to safeguard South Africa’s steel sector
South Africa’s domestic steel industry has secured protection from foreign competition after the government approved substantial tariff increases on imported steel products.
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Putin, Xi hail ‘unyielding’ ties in talks after Trump visit
Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin reinforced China-Russia ties during a meeting, emphasizing their strategic partnership amid global tensions and energy dependencies.
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Balwin Properties faces growing homeowner revolt across Helderberg
A growing chorus of homeowners living in Balwin Properties estate claim that behind the high-end finishes lies a modus operandi of financial opacity, intentional delays and a systemic lack of transparency that is pushing residents to the brink of foreclosure.
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UWC expresses support for Ottery student reportedly detained after flotilla interception
UWC backs student Hajar Ahjum-Mathee after her detention following the Global Sumud Flotilla interception in the Mediterranean Sea.
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Mantashe fast-tracks state-owned fuel company amid soaring petrol prices
South Africa plans to establish a state-owned energy company amid rising fuel prices, emphasising petroleum security and economic recovery.
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NMB deputy mayor Gary van Niekerk case postponed after magistrate falls ill
The fraud trial of Deputy Mayor Gary van Niekerk has been postponed for a second consecutive day.
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Three arrested with explosives intended for cash heist
Three suspects, two men aged 39 and 41, and a 46-year-old woman, were arrested in Virginia for allegedly carrying explosives intended for a cash-in-transit vehicle bombing. Police intercepted them after receiving a tip-off. They face charges under the Explosives Act…
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Rassie Erasmus receives South Africa’s highest honour for uniting nation through rugby
Rassie Erasmus received the Order of Ikhamanga in Gold for exceptional leadership, uniting South Africa through rugby and inspiring national pride.
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Living trees cut for firewood at Wolhuterskop Reserve despite available deadwood
Healthy trees are being illegally cut for firewood at Wolhuterskop Nature Reserve, despite ample dead wood available. The Democratic Alliance has raised concerns about oversight and potential illegal activity involving game meat. They plan to request documentation from officials and…
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WHO raises alarm over deadly Ebola outbreak spreading rapidly across central Africa
The World Health Organisation has expressed serious concern about the rapid spread of an Ebola outbreak that has killed 131 people in the DRC.
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