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FS communities grapple with severe water shortages
Free State communities face severe water shortages despite a R156 billion investment. Infrastructure issues and management failures worsen public health concerns.
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Minor earthquake of 3,3 rattles through Welkom
A minor earthquake measuring 3.3 struck Welkom on August 7, with no injuries or damage reported, according to the Council for Geoscience.
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Riool vloei in natuurlike hulpbronne veroorsaak moontlike siekte-uitbrekings in Matjhabeng
Die rioolkrisis in die Matjhabeng-munisipaliteit het in ‘n ernstige gesondheidskrisis ontaard. Riool vloei in natuurlike hulpbronne, strate en inwoners se eiendomme en veroorsaak siekte-uitbrekings.
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Police arrest man for fraud and unlicensed firearm
A 59-year-old man was arrested after being found in possession of an unlicensed firearm, identity documents (IDs), bank cards, and a large amount of cash during a police raid at his home in Kutlwanong.
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Farmers urged to protect livestock as snow hits Free State
Farmers across the Free State have been urged to take extra precautions to protect livestock, crops and farm infrastructure as snowfall and freezing temperatures continue to affect parts of the province.
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UPDATE: IPID investigation into alleged SAPS handling of Matjhabeng property damage case
The Democratic Alliance calls for an independent investigation into SAPS handling of a case involving a Matjhabeng employee accused of damaging municipal property, citing potential political influence and lack of accountability.
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Women in Blue: Constable Mokoena’s fight for justice and dignity
As South Africa commemorates Women’s Month, the South African Police Service (SAPS) is shining a spotlight on the women in blue who are helping to build a safer, more responsive and professional police service.
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Man arrested after R1.2 million illicit cigarette haul seized near Welkom
A 35-year-old foreign national has been arrested after members of the Welkom K9 Unit seized illicit cigarettes valued at an estimated R1.2 million during a crime prevention operation on the R30.
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Vista Dagboek/Diary
Read the latest community activities in the Vista Diary, always up to date always exciting.
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Murder of father and son leaves raw wound in the heart of the community
The brutal murders of a father and son, Fanie and Dawie Fourie, at their home in a quiet suburb of Virginia has left an entire community reeling in shock and anger.
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