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AI-powered scams set to target festive shoppers
South African holiday shoppers face a new generation of AI-powered cybercriminals who can create pixel-perfect fake websites and hyper-personalised scam messages.
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Suspected tavern shooter (32) appears in court after deadly massacre
The man alleged to be behind a deadly shooting that killed 12 people at a tavern at Saulsville Hostel has made his first court appearance.
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Two police officials remanded in custody after arrested for extortion
Two police officials aged 24-30 arrested for extortion as SAPS reaffirms commitment to upholding the rule of law in Mthatha.
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Jeffreys Bay community to bid farewell to beloved journalist, mother and friend
Veteran journalist Veronica Fourie (65) to be laid to rest Sunday, 5 January 2026 at NG Gemeente in Jeffreys Bay at 14:00.
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Outpouring of support after fire guts popular Cucina Di Giovanni restaurant
Emotional restaurant owner Stelios Coutsides expresses gratitude for community support after a fire destroyed Cucina Di Giovanni, impacting staff significantly.
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Assault case opened after alleged attack at Franschhoek holiday resort
A 19-year-old was allegedly assaulted at De Hollandsche Molen Resort in Franschhoek in what the family claims was a racially motivated attack.
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Police issues strict fireworks warning for Festive Season
Police warns about strict regulations regarding the use of fireworks. Read more on what is allowed and what not during this festive season.
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High Court clears way for extradition of Canadian ‘bath salts’ suspect to USA
The Western Cape High Court has ruled Daniel Louie must be extradited to the U.S. for drug trafficking and money laundering charges.
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Man claiming to be ‘the Messiah’ arrested with severed head in Free State
A man claiming that he had to kill to prove he was ‘the messiah’ will undergo a psychological evaluation after he was found with a severed head.
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Breakthrough in Tracy Brown murder case as third suspect is arrested
Third suspect arrested in brutal murder of prosecutor Tracy Brown (42), gunned down near her Gqeberha home in July 2025.
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