Local Stories
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From road safety to home hazards: World Trauma Day highlights prevention
World Trauma Day raises awareness about prevention of trauma and injuries, emphasising safety measures in emergencies and daily life.
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Manhunt underway after brutal Philippi-East killing of seven men
The owner of the house in Better Life, Philippi East where seven people were shot and killed before they were set alight on Friday 18 October was still quite traumatised…
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Man jailed for 12 years after argument and fatal stabbing over R10
An argument over R10 resulted in a 20-year-old man being sentenced to 12 years in jail, while a 32-year-old man was sentenced for murdering his mother.
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Discovery of fetus at pump station prompts urgent call for support
The Sol Plaatje Municipality urges individuals in crisis, especially pregnant women, to seek support after a fetus was discovered at a pump station.
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Hundreds of people homeless after shack fire in Khayelitsha
Hundreds of people were left homeless after more than 80 shacks were ravaged by a fire at S-section in Site B, Khayelitsha on Thursday 16 October.
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WATCH | Rescuers test their mettle in Toughest Firefighter Alive competition
Cape Town firefighters excelled at the Toughest Firefighter Alive competition, winning numerous medals and showcasing remarkable resilience and dedication.
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Seven men gunned down in Philippi East: Intensive manhunt underway
CAPE TOWN – A large-scale manhunt is currently underway following the fatal shooting of seven men on Friday, 17 October, in Philippi East. The victims are aged between 20 and…
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New deputy appointed at university to help students on their way ahead
Prof. José Frantz will be the deputy vice-chancellor at SPU from February 2026, bringing extensive experience in research and innovation.
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KYK | Avontuurlustige bejaarde van die Strand skrik nie vir hoogtes nie
Helene ‘Kleintjie’ Krijnouw van die Strand het op 81-jarige ouderdom haar avontuurlustige gees bewys deur te valskermsweef.
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WC top matric achievers share proven study tips ahead of exams
The exam kicks off with 12 736 candidates writing the Computer Applications Technology practical exam.
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