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Budget breakthrough amid legal battle: Sol Plaatje council secures temporary truce
The Sol Plaatje Municipal Council adopted its Adjustments Budget, but ongoing legal and political disputes, particularly over manager Thapelo Matlala, hinder service delivery.
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Local foundations join forces to empower men and boys
Men gathered at Thetha Ndoda Men’s Dialogue to discuss mental health, gender-based violence, and the need for emotional expression.
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The Johannesburg Stock Exchange has opened registrations for its 2026 Investment Challenge
Johannesburg Stock Exchange launches 2026 Investment Challenge for students, offering virtual R1 million portfolios and substantial investment prizes.
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Local lass running 100km today for Bizweni children
Helderberg local Jade Morris was already several kilometres into a grueling 100km journey as soon as the sun rose early on Monday morning (2 March) as the 27-year-old began her…
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Jeugsorgkinders eregaste by troudag “net vir hulle”
Kinders van vier Engo-jeugsorgsentrums kon Saterdag deel in die liefde, vreugde en opwinding van ‘n troudag.
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WATCH | Mantashe prioritises body recovery over mine liquidation at disaster-hit Ekapa
Mineral Minister Gwede Mantashe prioritised recovering five bodies at Ekapa Mine over financial discussions, urging unions to communicate better with management amid crisis.
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Armed robbery suspects arrested at major inter-provincial roadblock
Two suspects were arrested during a roadblock for possessing stolen mobile phones and a toy gun, linked to recent robberies.
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Court backs baboon-management plan despite animal-rights opposition
Court dismisses challenge to Cape Peninsula baboon plan, allowing controversial sanctuary involving confinement and sterilisation to proceed.
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Education lobby group criticizes WCED’s handling of Neumann case
Education group SAC-E accuses WCED of attacking Wesley Neumann’s character and spreading misinformation in ongoing legal battle.
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WATCH | Wrenchville and Kuruman unite against ongoing service delivery failures
Residents of Wrenchville and Kuruman protest persistent neglect of essential services by the Ga-Segonyana Municipality, demanding immediate action for health and safety issues.
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