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Late Education Chief honoured in memorial lecture
The late Education Chief Specialist in the Department of Education and community builder, Zuko Nqeketho, was celebrated for his contributions to community upliftment at his home village of Mqwangqweni, in […]
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MEC launches R100 Million agriculture programme
The MEC for the Department of Agriculture in the Eastern Cape, Nonceba Kontsiwe, officially launched the R100 million 2025/26 Cropping Season in Bhaziya Village, outside Mthatha, last week. The event, […]
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Linamandla swings to her dream car
What does it take to make a four-year-old living with a heart condition wildly happy? For four-year-old Linamandla Mpupa from Mdantsane, it turned out to be an adventure-filled trip to […]
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Rosedale Clinic reopens after 102-day closure to protect staff from gun violence
Residents of Rosedale can now access healthcare at the reopened clinic after 100 days, with police patrols ensuring safety amid ongoing gun violence in the area.
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Suspects back in court for murder of Gqberha businessman
Three suspects charged in connection with the brutal murder of businessman Danie de Jager made a brief appearance in court today.
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Matriculant awarded Honours blazer for academics
Sabir Hippolyte, a Class of 2025 matriculant at Muir College, becomes the first recipient of the prestigious white Honours blazer for outstanding academic achievement.
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Two toddlers drowned in a swimming pool in Kariega yesterday
Two toddlers, Cairo-Asher and Shyloh Sauls, drowned in a swimming pool in Kariega. A 12-year-old cousin rescued them, but they sadly did not survive. An inquest is underway.
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One year later, still no sign of missing woman
Natasha Bauermeister has been missing since October 2, 2024, after leaving her home in Rooihoogte. Police seek assistance in her case.
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Decaying sports infrastructure sparks concerns in Kariega, Despatch
Kariega’s and Despatch’s sports facilities are increasingly neglected, impacting athletes and allegedly contributing to rising crime rates, prompting calls for urgent maintenance and community support.
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Suspect arrested after armed robbery, shootout at Despatch liquor store
One suspect was apprehended after an armed robbery at a Despatch liquor store, following a shootout with police who recovered firearms, cash and stolen liquor.
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