Community Highlights
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Prayers offered on N6 for safer roads during the festive season
The police in Smithfield joined forces with local faith-based organisations in a powerful and heartfelt prayer session along the busy N6.
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Muizenberg angler Chase Nicholson returns home after winning fifth consecutive US tournament
Marina da Gama angler Chase Nicholson returns home after 10 years in Colorado, winning five consecutive bass tournaments and earning $10,000.
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Kimberley’s historic Hull Street Theatre stages iconic play by Zakes Mda
“And the girls in their Sunday dresses” highlights sisterhood, social inequality, and personal renewal through women’s stories in a revitalised historic theatre in Kimberley.
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48 racing pigeons stolen in targeted Eastern Province loft break-in
Eastern Province pigeon racer Niezaam Jappie’s entire 2025 racing team was stolen in a highly targeted theft at his Sidwell loft.
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Somerset West local rakes in national title for women in DIY
Somerset West resident Elle Franco has been named one of three national winners of the prestigious 2025 Brights Women in DIY Excellence Awards for her decade-long commitment to democratising home…
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Man accused of sexual harassment arrested for murder after shooting father
A 33-year-old was arrested following a joint intelligence operation after allegedly killing a father who confronted him over sexual harassment allegations.
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Northern Cape’s inaugural Big Hole Marathon: Thousands enter to win thousands
The inaugural Diamonds and Dorings Kimberley Big Hole Marathon featured over 2 400 athletes, with Matlakala Bennet Seloyi and Fridah Ndinda winning the 42.2km races.
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Animal Anti-Cruelty League responds to pitbull attack: Responsible ownership key to preventing dog attacks
Following a severe pitbull attack on a toddler in Schauderville, animal welfare experts emphasise responsible ownership over breed discrimination as key to preventing such tragedies.
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Illegal initiation school with 118 youths shut down in Northern Cape
An illegal initiation school with 118 initiates was shut down, emphasising the importance of compliance with the Customary Initiation Act.
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Vista editor win coveted prize in Vodacom competition
The Vodacom Journalist of the Year Awards was bestowed on the editor of Vista, Marti Will, in the category for live reporting/breaking news.
