Local News
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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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Jong rugbyspeler hou Despatch se naam hoog in Frankryk
Tristan Karele (23), ‘n rugbyspeler met Despatch-bloed in sy are, speel tans die wêreld aan die brand in Frankryk vir Causse Vézère.
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CLOSED: We are looking for our front-page Christmas Baby
We are looking for a baby to grace the front page of the last edition of the year, which will be published on Thursday, 18 December. The competition is for…
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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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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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Minnie kidnapping: Case delayed six weeks for further investigation
The Minnie (73) kidnapping suspects appeared briefly today facing kidnapping, human trafficking and extortion charges. The case was postponed until 4 December.
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How Luke Boswell’s love for science led to Eskom Expo ISF success
For Luke Boswell, a Grade 11 learner from Pearson High School in Gqeberha, science has never just been a subject, it’s a lifelong passion. From tinkering with ideas as a…
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Meet the 2025 UD Express Trading Star Winners
Our readers casted their votes to honour the businesses, brands, and people who make Kariega truly exceptional. Explore the full list of winners and celebrate the spirit of excellence that…
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Qunu singer hopes to heal world through music
An Afro-soul singer, Yolanda Notes, from the Qunu Administrative Area in Mthatha, shared how her love for music began. She recalls standing in front of the mirror holding a deodorant…
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