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Weekend drownings and flooding claim lives across the country
Several people lost their lives in drowning and flood-related incidents over the weekend. Two youngsters remain missing after disappearing at the Wild Coast.
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Eleven pedestrians among 30 killed on Western Cape roads so far this holiday
Western Cape records 30 road deaths including 11 pedestrians during first week of peak festive travel between 15-21 December.
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Aerial firefighting costs soar past R2.4 million in Western Cape
Western Cape aerial firefighting costs exceed R2.4 million supporting 23 wildfire incidents this season as hot, windy conditions persist.
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SANParks brings festive joy to Tsitsikamma communities
Tsitsikamma park carried out festive community outreach initiatives on 17-18 December, supporting local children and families.
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Boy (8) dies after being struck by hit-and-run driver in East London
An eight-year-old boy was killed by a hit-and-run driver while crossing a road in Amalinda, East London, on 22 December.
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Rome introduces €2 entry fee for Trevi Fountain access
In a bid to tackle overtourism, Rome will soon be imposing a €2 entrance fee for closer access to the popular Trevi Fountain.
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Cape Town to auction 50 land parcels worth 282 000m² in major sale
Cape Town announces major land auction for 26 February 2026 with 50 properties totalling 282 000m² across residential and commercial zones.
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Tributes pour in following journalist Veronica Fourie’s passing after short cancer fight
Beloved journalist Veronica Fourie’s final words: ‘leave a sparkle where you have been.’ She faced cancer with grace and red lipstick.
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Six-year-old boy found dead in washing machine in Cafda
A six-year-old boy was found dead in a washing machine at his family home in Cafda after his father had reported him missing on Friday morning.
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DJ Warras shooting: Two persons of interest taken in for questioning
SAPS confirms two people of interest taken in for questioning over fatal shooting of radio personality DJ Warras in Johannesburg CBD on 16 Dec.
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