Local News
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March deadline set for Eastern Cape name change objections
Residents across the Eastern Cape have until early March to formally object to controversial name changes that were officially gazetted on 6 February.
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Severe weather warning issued for Bay as major storm system approaches
Municipality warns of flooding risk as cut-off low expected to bring heavy rainfall this weekend.
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Man (20) arrested within hours for Addo murder, robbery
A 20-year-old man was arrested within fifteen hours for murder and robbery following two violent incidents in Addo yesterday that tragically left one teenager dead.
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Eastern Cape SAPS calls for K9 support
The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Eastern Cape is making a call to the public for donations of dogs to join its esteemed K9 units. The province’s police…
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Streetlight crisis plunges hundreds of Kariega streets into darkness
In Kariega, over 140 streets lack functional streetlights, leading to safety concerns as commuters navigate dark roads. Maintenance issues and vandalism hinder repairs, frustrating residents.
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Max Kulati pak nuwe rol as afrigter aan
Hy het nog vir ‘n strawwe 2026 voorberei toe gestremde liggaamsbouer Max Kulati homself skielik in die rol van afrigter bevind.
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Somali community, hospital engagement sparks local protest
The Somali Community’s engagement with Uitenhage Provincial Hospital sparked controversy among Kariega residents, leading to a protest over procedural concerns regarding proposed partnerships and donations.
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Health alert issued for suspected childhood illness outbreak
The Eastern Cape Department of Health issued an urgent alert following a suspected outbreak of childhood illness in Aberdeen between 30 January and 3 February 2026.
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Rabies confirmed in seal found at Sardinia Bay, Gqeberha
A seal found at Sardinia Bay in Gqeberha has tested positive for rabies, marking the first confirmed case in the city and the second in the province.
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Minnie kidnapping: Suspects appear unmoved in court as matter is rescheduled
The suspects allegedly demanded her husband Karel pay a R10 million ransom for her safe return following the abduction of Theresa Minnie from her Fairbridge Heights home.
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