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Humansdorp attorney convicted of R6 million estate theft
A Humansdorp attorney has been convicted of stealing nearly R6 million from 14 deceased estates after pleading guilty to multiple theft charges.
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‘Distressed and depressed’: Court to decide fate of Africa’s last zoo elephants
Court judgement on the last three zoo elephants in Africa is expected in the coming weeks, with animal welfare campaigners petitioning the trio’s release into a rewilding sanctuary.
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SAPS officer identified as Gamtoos Valley crash victim
SAPS has confirmed that Warrant Officer Ricardo George Roberts, based at Mount Road Crime Intelligence Unit, died in a fatal crash near Gamtoos Valley.
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Home Affairs extends hours for final voter registration weekend
Home Affairs offices will operate extended hours this weekend to help citizens collect identity documents needed for voter registration.
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With elegance on tiny wings, a remarkable seabird surprises the southern Africa
On Friday 24 July, one of southern Africa’s smallest seabirds, a Common Diving Petrel, was spotted at Dyer Island.
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AI-powered scams target taxpayers as SARS issues urgent warning
SARS warns taxpayers about AI-powered scam emails and SMS messages claiming tax refunds, directing victims to fraudulent websites to steal information.
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City responds to Fish Hoek Beach sand sculptor controversy
The City of Cape Town has confirmed that no arrest took place and no permit is needed for sand art at Fish Hoek Beach.
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Pedal Power Association calls for justice after string of cyclist deaths
The Pedal Power Association is calling for urgent justice reform after three cyclists were killed on South African roads and one case was won.
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Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy transitions to national scholarship programme
Oprah Winfrey’s Leadership Academy for Girls will close as a residential school in 2027, transitioning to expanded nationwide scholarship programme.
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Italy calls for Spain’s suspension from Schengen following Ceuta migrant surge
Italian Prime Minister Meloni calls for Spain’s suspension from the Schengen Area due to increased migrant flow from Morocco.
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