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US Fugitive wanted for sexual assault claims police assault
Alleged US fugitive Robert Lee Redd Junior told the Gqeberha Magistrate’s Court he was assaulted by police during his arrest on 27 May.
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Satellite police station abandoned for years becomes a car wash amid crime fears
At the corner of a crime-ridden stretch in Walmer Township, water pipes snake through the ruins of what used to be a satellite police station.
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New private school development underway in Lorraine
Construction has begun on a new school in Lourdes Avenue, Lorraine, with completion expected by September and enrolment planned for January 2027.
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Eastern Cape schools close amid Level 8 weather warning
Eastern Cape schools in high-risk areas have closed for two days as a Level 8 weather warning threatens flooding and dangerous road conditions.
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SA gets until November 2027 to file reply in ICJ genocide case against Israel
The ICJ has set deadlines for South Africa and Israel in a genocide case regarding military operations in Gaza, attracting international attention.
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Government reports economic recovery and Madlanga Commission progress in Presidency budget speech
South Africa’s economy is showing signs of recovery with improved credit ratings and record tourism numbers, President Cyril Ramaphosa told Parliament during the Presidency budget vote speech.
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Youth Month spotlight on SAPS drone operator Siphosethu Tyuwa
SAPS marks Youth Month by highlighting Siphosethu Tyuwa, a drone operator in the Eastern Cape, who assists with surveillance, intelligence and search-and-rescue operations.
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Weather warning increased to Level 8 for Kouga and Kou-Kamma as heavy rain forecast
Kouga and Kou-Kamma residents are urged to brace for severe weather as SAWS issues a Level 8 warning for disruptive rain from 3 to 4 June.
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Authorities launch inquest into death of boy (9) in Gqeberha
A 9-year-old boy has died in Gqeberha after allegedly consuming an ice pop from a shop; an inquest is underway.
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Level 8 weather alert: Protect your pets, avoid flooded roads and stay safe
Motorists are advised to avoid travelling during periods of intense rainfall and not to attempt crossing flooded roads, bridges or low-water crossings.
