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Two illegal miners killed in Carletonville shootout
Two illegal miners were shot and killed during a police operation in Carletonville on Sunday morning, following a gunfight that lasted approximately two hours.
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Nurses face eviction from Eastern Cape hospital accommodation
The PSA has condemned the eviction of nurses from Livingstone Hospital Nurses’ Home in Gqeberha.
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Western Cape’s R131bn infrastructure drive to unlock thousands of jobs
Major hospital and school projects are advancing as the Western Cape accelerates its R131bn infrastructure pipeline, expected to create thousands of jobs.
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Nersa approves 8.76% Eskom tariff hike amid calculation error controversy
South African electricity consumers will face an 8.76% tariff increase in April this year, followed by a further 8.83% hike in April 2027.
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Langa LGBTQI+ Pride mural unveiled to promote inclusivity
A mural unveiled in Langa promotes inclusivity and safety for the LGBTQI+ community, symbolising love, unity, and mutual acceptance.
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Two Gqeberha men sentenced to Life for rape of 17-year-old girl
Two Gqeberha men received life sentences for raping a 17-year-old girl in Gelvandale, leaving her pregnant. The Gqeberha Regional Court rejected their claims of consent, with DNA evidence helping secure the conviction of both neighbours who committed the October 2023…
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All Blacks tour could boost South Africa’s sport tourism sector
The 2026 All Blacks tour presents a significant opportunity for South Africa to capitalise on sport tourism, a sector that generates billions but remains underutilised.
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Ramaphosa to deliver state of the nation address at historic City Hall
President Cyril Ramaphosa will outline government’s programme of action for the year ahead when he delivers the State of the Nation Address on 12 February.
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Small-scale fishers demand recognition in food systems inquiry
An environmental justice organisation has called on the South African Human Rights Commission to address systemic inequality facing small-scale fishing communities.
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Nearly 3 000 seized firearms in Western Cape remain untested amid testing delays
Western Cape police seized 3 104 firearms but only tested 119, with 2 985 weapons awaiting ballistic analysis beyond the 90-day deadline.
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