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State: Fadiel Adams conducted unauthorised interviews with awaiting trial inmates
National Coloured Congress MP Fadiel Adams appears in Pinetown Magistrates’ Court facing three counts of fraud and two counts of defeating the administration of justice.
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Mangaung spent 113% of budget while achieving 50% of targets, Scopa hears
The executive mayor and city manager were part of a delegation that appeared in front of Scopa to give feedback on the Auditor General’s report and other issues.
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Younger Grade 1 pupils more likely to repeat the year
New research shows children who start Grade 1 younger are far more likely to repeat the year — and the gap persists into Grade 4.
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Vandalised building continues to deteriorate in Kariega
Residents of Cannon Hill, Kariega, are frustrated as an abandoned building deteriorates, facing vandalism and potential occupation threats amid unfulfilled promises from Transnet.
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World awaits Iran response to latest US deal offer
World capitals and markets are waiting for Tehran to respond to Washington’s latest proposed deal to end the war in the Middle East.
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Tragedy in Moorreesburg: Toddler loses life in suspected family poisoning
A three-year-old boy in Moorreesburg died from suspected rat poison inhalation, while his family members were found unconscious and hospitalized.
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TikTok and digital platforms are reshaping learners’ attention spans
South African learners struggle with reading, facing declining comprehension and engagement due to distractions from digital platforms like TikTok.
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Trial date set for Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala on attempted murder charges
The trial of Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala and three co-accused is set to begin on 20 July in the Johannesburg High Court.
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Legal donkey slaughter for their skins continues unabated in South Africa
Despite a landmark AU moratorium on the commercial slaughter of donkeys for their skins, South Africa continues to legally kill up to 10 500 donkeys annually.
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City Health investigates claims of fraud linked to SASSA grants
The City’s Health Department investigates allegations of health workers selling patient folders for fraudulent SASSA grants.
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