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Public urged to not impede officials when completing tasks
The Lejweleputswa District Municipality is concerned about threats against environmental health practitioners conducting inspections at spaza shops. EHPs, authorized to enforce health laws, face intimidation while ensuring public health compliance. The municipality emphasizes that such obstruction is illegal and calls…
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Service delivery puts all lives at risk
A concerned caller from Matjhabeng Municipality criticized the local ambulance service for rudeness and poor communication. After requesting help for an elderly woman, the ambulance did not arrive in a timely manner, prompting the caller to seek private assistance. This…
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Unrest over solar jobs at Middelpunt in Phomolong
The dissatisfaction over labour allocation in the Middelpunt Solar Project has led to unrest in Phomolong, prompting the Democratic Alliance to advocate for constructive dialogue. While residents protest the 60% local labour allocation, the DA condemns illegal actions and warns…
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Flooding displaces 250 people in Thabong
The Lejweleputswa District Municipality Disaster Management team is aiding residents displaced by flooding in Thandanani. Families have been relocated to the Kopanong Indoor Sports Centre, receiving meals and supplies from various organizations. The municipality seeks donations of food, water, and…
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Many uprooted after stormy rains
Heavy rainfall since May 1 has severely impacted five wards in Thabong, resulting in displacement and destruction. Over 500 residents were affected, with 250 evacuated to a community center. Many roads are impassable due to flooding, and large areas have…
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Young woman still missing after eight years
The Pina family from Riebeeckstad, Welkom, appeals for public help in finding their sister, Lebohang Sheritty Pina, who disappeared eight years ago. Despite no recent developments in her case, they aim to raise awareness and seek fresh leads by sharing…
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South African professor details race to confirm hantavirus cases
It was the start of a long weekend in South Africa on Friday when Lucille Blumberg received an email from a fellow infectious disease specialist about an unknown illness on a cruise ship.
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Guinness World record donation helps animals
Petshop Science and Montego Pet Nutrition set a Guinness World Record by collecting 67,200 kg of pet food in 24 hours during the Bloem Show in Bloemfontein, surpassing the previous record of 36,750 kg. The donations will benefit eight animal…
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Where darkness resides
Residents in Matjhabeng Local Municipality faced severe electricity outages over the Freedom Day and Workers’ Day weekend, lasting over five days in some areas. Critical services were compromised, with hospitals impacted and residents experiencing health risks. The municipality attributed the…
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Oil prices dip below $100 on US-Iran deal optimism
World oil prices dived Wednesday and stock markets rallied on fresh hopes for an end to the Iran war.
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