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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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Cradock four inquest adjourned to 23 March 2026
GQEBERHA – The proceedings in the inquest into the 1985 deaths of the Cradock Four – anti-apartheid activists Matthew Goniwe, Fort Calata, Sicelo Mhlauli, and Sparrow Mkonto, continued before the […]
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Eastern Cape speech therapist crowned Miss South Africa 2025
The 24-year-old was elated when she was announced as the winner from a field of ten finalists, following thousands of initial entries for the prestigious title.
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Drive-by shooting in Kariega under police investigation
SAPS Kariega opened an attempted murder case after four suspects shot a 49-year-old victim from a grey VW Polo in yesterday’s Durban Road drive-by shooting.
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