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National state of disaster declared as severe weather claims 10 lives across South Africa
President Ramaphosa declared a national disaster due to severe weather causing fatalities, infrastructure damage, and community displacement across South Africa.
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Guards among 11 held for theft of diesel at Meyerton fuel plant
A total of 11 suspects were arrested for the theft of diesel from a fuel plant in Meyerton, using two fuel tanks.
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South Africa braces for a future of fiercer, costlier storms
South African general insurer, Santam has partnered with the South African Weather Service to boost the country’s early warning and weather forecasting systems.
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World Cup 2026 set to dwarf other global sporting spectacles
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is projected to become the largest sporting event in history, with expectations of 6.5 million stadium attendees.
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Thirsting Western Cape dams jump to 52% as some catchments overflow
Recent storms have pushed Western Cape dam levels up sharply to 52,5%, though the Olifants/Doorn region remains dangerously low.
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US, French evacuees from hantavirus ship test positive
An American citizen and a French woman evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak have tested positive for the virus,
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Two gangsters jailed as young detective cracks cold cases
Young Lentegeur detective Jade Jacobs cracks two cold murder cases, delivering justice to families who had waited nearly a decade for answers.
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High winds damage section of Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
High winds and heavy rain damaged part of the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium as severe weather continues to disrupt roads across Gqeberha.
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No end to war in sight as Iran and US reject talks terms
Iran has demanded the release of frozen assets and an end to US naval blockades after the US rejected Tehran’s terms for peace negotiations.
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Maynier visit schools facing damage caused by severe weather conditions
The Western Cape MEC for Education closed all schools on May 12 due to severe weather damage observed during site visits.
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