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Nqweba Library awarded Library of the Year
Kirkwood Public Library in Nqweba won the LIASA-Ndende Library of the Year Award, showcasing its innovative community services and digital initiatives despite limited resources, enhancing local development.
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Recreational area plagued by vandalism and tree destruction
Willow Dam recreational area faces serious issues like littering, vandalism, and noise complaints due to improper use, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of rules by local authorities.
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Veronique May (8) murder: Chaos erupts in court as suspect is attacked during proceedings
Emotions flared during today’s heavily policed court proceedings, when Lelethu Nkosana (26) appeared in connection with the brutal murder of Veronique May (8).
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Man (27) arrested for brutal murder of girl (8) in KwaLanga
A man (27) has been arrested in connection with the brutal murder of a girl (8) whose body was discovered yesterday, 6 October, in KwaLanga.
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Vaping surge amongst teens raises addiction and mental health concerns
The real risks of vaping are hidden from teens. Learn about vaping’s effects on developing brains and mental health
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Man fatally stabbed after accidentally hitting toddler with stone
A house party dispute in Despatch turned deadly when a man was fatally stabbed after accidentally hitting a two-year-old toddler with a thrown stone.
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Man sentenced to double life terms for murdering councillor, raping girlfriend in front of victim
Butterworth – The Butterworth Regional Court on 3 October sentenced Thembinkosi Dyakophu (39) to two life imprisonment terms for the murder of Mbhashe Local Municipality ward councillor, Mzikayise Saki (45), […]
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SAPS seek fatal accident victim’s next of kin
SAPS Despatch detectives are seeking the community’s assistance in tracing the next-of-kin after a fatal accident on the R75 that claimed the life of an unknown pedestrian on Saturday 27 […]









