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Public servants face compulsory training requirements
Law now requires public servants across all government levels to complete specific training programmes before appointment and throughout their careers.
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Franschhoek Pass remains closed as storm damage repair work still underway
Repair work is still underway on the Franschhoek Pass, which was further damaged by severe weather in May.
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UN rights chief warns AI poses existential threat to humanity
UN human rights chief warns artificial intelligence poses existential threat to humanity, demands urgent action to regulate powerful technology companies.
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Iran threatens greater force if US launches more attacks
Iran warns of more forceful response to US attacks as both nations exchange fire near Strait of Hormuz amid six-month deadlock.
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Kleinmond inniebos Kunstefees returns with art, music and culture
The Kleinmond inniebos Kunstefees returns from 27 to 29 November, featuring local artists, music, spoken word, discussions and a festive market.
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More parties, more choices on Western Cape municipal ballots
The IEC expects 106 parties to contest the Western Cape’s November local government elections, up from 96 in 2021. Verification of nominations is under way.
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Unseasonable heat, dry winter leave Western Cape dams much lower than last year
Unseasonable September heat compounds Western Cape water woes as dam levels drop 17% below last year following driest winter on record.
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DJ Ready D turning to politics to help struggling communities
Legendary DJ Ready D, born Deon Daniels, is trading turntables for politics as the People’s Movement for Change mayoral candidate for Cape Town.
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Police officer among four arrested after in gunfire incident
Four suspects, including a serving police sergeant, have been arrested after allegedly opening fire on police and security personnel at a Nkandla Hostels tavern.
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Far-right AfD victory puts German chancellor Merz under pressure
Far-right AfD wins 44% in Saxony-Anhalt state election, dealing crushing blow to Chancellor Merz’s CDU with just 18% of vote.
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