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South Africa plans for a historic Women’s Shutdown: A stand against Gender-Based Violence
With 15 women murdered daily, Women For Change demands GBV declared national disaster.
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Nobody arrested for Delft extortion murder yet
22-year-old shot dead in Delft after father refuses protection money. Police investigating extortion-linked murder, no arrests made.
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Missing man found alive
The Bonteheuwel community celebrates the safe return of 75-year-old Thomas Danhauser, who was missing but has been found unharmed in Strandfontein. Local councillor Angus McKenzie expressed gratitude to all who participated in the search, highlighting the community’s spirit and the…
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President Ramaphosa meets Pope Leo in the Vatican
President Cyril Ramaphosa met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican where he extended an invitation for the pontiff to visit South Africa.
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Dinosaur eggshells unlock a new way to tell time in the fossil record
An international team led by Dr. Ryan Tucker at Stellenbosch University has developed a method to accurately date fossilized dinosaur eggshells using uranium-lead dating. This technique provides precise ages for fossil sites lacking volcanic layers, enhancing understanding of dinosaur evolution.…
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Khoisan community protest for land rights in Strandfontein
The Khoisan community protested outside the Lentegeur administrative offices last week, in response to the High Court ruling preventing further occupations on erfs in Strandfontein and Khayelitsha.
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City urges parents to protect children from diarrhoea this summer
Cape Town warns parents as summer heat increases child diarrhea risk. Learn prevention tips and danger signs to protect your kids during surge season.
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Five wounded in drive-by shooting in Fisantekraal
Five young men were shot and wounded in a drive-by shooting in Fisantekraal, Durbanville, on Sunday evening, 9 November.
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Milnerton parent files human rights complaint over school protests and cyberbullying
A Milnerton High School parent, identified only as Petitioner X for safety reasons, has lodged a formal complaint with the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) against protest groups including the EFF Youth, ANC Youth, and others who demonstrated at…
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Rare Himalayan tahrs encounter thrills Table Mountain hikers
Renowned photographer Jean Tresfon shared his exhilarating Table Mountain hike with companions Cleeve Robertson and Barry Beyleveld on November 5. They navigated the Pipe Track and Slangolie Ravine, appreciating the stable dry-season terrain. Highlights included two Himalayan tahr sightings and…
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