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Court finds no case against eight accused in Nelson Mandela Bay toilet scandal, two officials to stand trial
“Eight accused persons and two business entities have been discharged in a R24.6 million COVID-19 toilet project corruption case following a Section 174 court ruling.”
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Historic Muizenberg Post Office transforms into modern collaborative workspace
Historic Muizenberg Post Office built in 1930s transforms into collaborative workspace, preserving Art Deco features and heritage character.
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Academics question Netflix’s decade-long impact on South African media landscape
Researchers at the University of the Western Cape are examining Netflix’s impact in South Africa during a symposium, discussing whether it promotes local storytelling or creates digital colonialism. They highlight concerns over global media dominance, the Canal+ acquisition of MultiChoice,…
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Bellville artist wins international printmaking prize in Belgium
A Bellville artist has captured global attention after winning the Public Prize at the prestigious René Carcan International Prize for Printmaking in Belgium, marking a significant achievement for South African contemporary art on the international stage.
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Social media giants face jury over child addiction claims
Meta and YouTube face accusations of intentionally creating addictive platforms that harm children, as a trial begins in California. The case, led by Kaley G.M., claims these companies’ve targeted young users without disclosing the risks of addiction. The outcome may…
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Western Cape records 345 murders in January, averaging 11 deaths daily
The Western Cape recorded 345 murders in January this year, with 148 of those killings occurring in the final two weeks of the month.
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Kleine Zalze backs new tourism guide training project for Stellenbosch
A public-private partnership, the DEDAT Stellenbosch Tourist Guide Training Project, aims to address a shortage of professional tourist guides in Stellenbosch while creating employment opportunities in one of the town’s fastest-growing economic sectors. The DEDAT Stellenbosch Tourist Guide Training Project,…
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Rhino poaching drops 16% as South Africa intensifies anti-trafficking efforts
South Africa recorded a 16% decline in rhino poaching during 2025, with 352 animals killed compared to 420 the previous year, according to the Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willie Aucamp.
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Cape Town issues urgent water alert after treatment plants shut down
The City experienced an interruption in the raw water supply from the Theewaterskloof Dam to both the Blackheath and Faure Water Treatment plants.
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Church leader’s bail appeal dismissed in R2.4 million corruption case
The Pretoria High Court has denied bail to church leader Bhekumuzi Mike Sandlana, charged with 19 counts of corruption related to alleged payments aimed at influencing Judge Portia Phahlane. Prosecutors deemed him a flight risk, citing additional identity documents. The…
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