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Western Cape dams surge following last weeks devastating rainfall
Heavy rains that brought chaos and flooding to parts of the Western Cape have delivered much-needed relief to the province’s water reserves.
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Middelburg High remains open after Eastern Cape Education Department steps in
Middelburg High School remained open on 18 May after the Eastern Cape Department of Education resolved most issues raised by the school.
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Fuel prices: June set to bring mixed news for South African motorists
South African fuel prices may drop slightly in June, but the end of the government’s temporary levy relief will offset most of the gains.
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Targets for measles-rubella vaccination in the Western Cape far surpassed
The Western Cape Department of Health vaccinated 97% of children under one against measles-rubella, exceeding national targets and addressing challenges.
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Hunt for South Africa’s best boerewors heats up as 2026 championship opens
The 34th Championship Boerewors competition invites entries until June 12, offering prizes including cash and a Toyota Fortuner.
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Constitutional Court strikes down key NHI provision, dealing blow to national health plan
The Constitutional Court has declared the certificate of needs provision in South Africa’s National Health Insurance Act unconstitutional, removing what has been described as a core pillar of the controversial health reform legislation.
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Cape Town urges residents to save water after storms disrupt treatment plants
Cape Town has urged residents to save water after severe storms disrupted treatment plants and reduced drinking water production.
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Eskom marks a year without load shedding, but not everyone’s celebrating
Eskom celebrated 365 days without load shedding, but the milestone was met with public scepticism as households still endure days-long power outages.
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Gauteng schools owe R590-million as province reviews decentralisation policy
Gauteng’s schools face a debt crisis of R584-million, disrupting education services and prompting a review of the decentralisation model.
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Cape Town named the world’s sixth best city to visit in 2026
Ranked sixth in the world by Time Out for 2026, Cape Town leads Africa with stunning beauty, world-class food, and outstanding value.
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