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Safety partners unite in Parow to tackle crime and improve community safety
A recent joint operation in Parow aimed to combat crime, enhance community safety, and address increased concerns regarding student accommodation.
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62 children removed from illegal schools in Durbanville police operation
Sixty-two children were removed from illegal schools in Fisantekraal as Durbanville police arrested three educators in a joint crackdown.
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Cape Town man jailed 15 years for R9.2 million Ponzi scheme
A Cape Town man, Andrew Paul Futcher, was sentenced to 15 years for defrauding investors in a ponzi scheme, totaling over R9.2 million.
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Cigarette smoke research in Bishop Lavis show increase in blood pressure
Children exposed to cigarette smoke in the womb face greater heart and blood pressure risks as teens, new UWC research from Bishop Lavis finds.
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Paarl School keeps its crown as Western Cape’s top Casual Day sticker seller
Paarl School in Brackenfell has once again claimed the top spot as the Western Cape’s leading Casual Day sticker seller.
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Teachers lead reported school violence cases in SA
More than 1 million South African learners experienced violence at school in 2024, with younger children and girls among the most vulnerable.
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Cape Town dragon boat festival marks fourth year of cultural ties
The 4th Cultures of China – Cape Town Dragon Boat Festival brought together thousands at the V&A Waterfront to celebrate heritage and friendship.
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SA scientist receives R14 million grant to tackle West Nile virus
Scientists are warning that mosquito-borne diseases may spread into new regions, become more frequent, and intensify in areas already under pressure.
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Lig Loop ‘n ode aan jong kankerlyers
Op 20 Mei 2026 het die Lig Loop by DF Akademie ‘n gemeenskap verenig vir kankervegter Niël Zeeman in ‘n asemrowende suksesaand.
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Storm warning: school closures and safety alerts for Garden Route and Central Karoo
Schools in Eden and Central Karoo education district to close Wednesday and Thursday due to severe storm warning from SA Weather Service.
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