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R370 a month, 20km to the SASSA office – Northern Cape man's reality
A grant recipient travels more than 20km to a SASSA office, but it's what happens to his R370 each month that tells the real story.
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Player ratings: Sublime Sacha spearheads Springbok slaughter
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu was front and centre in the Springboks' demolition job of the Italians in Turin on Saturday afternoon.
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SASSA pensioner reveals the one expense that swallows her entire grant
A retired caregiver explains why her monthly pension disappears long before the next payment date, despite flawless service from SASSA.
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Clinical Springboks put Italy to the sword in Turin
A near-perfect first-half performance from South Africa paved the way for a resounding Nations Championship victory over Italy in Turin on Saturday.
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Child Support Grant mom reveals what happens in her home when the R580 runs out
A young caregiver reveals what happens in her home when the monthly SASSA grant runs dry and what she wants changed.
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Severe thunderstorms threaten parts of North West and Free State
SAWS warns of severe thunderstorms in eastern North West and Free State, with heavy rain, hail and damaging winds expected.
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@thesouthafrican 3 hours ago
Richards Bay FC sack coach after three games!
Richards Bay FC are 16th on the log with just three points after nine league games. They are the only team yet to win a match this season.
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@thesouthafrican 3 hours ago
Cape Town man, 69, arrested after discovery of dead dogs
A 69-year-old man has been arrested and charged with animal cruelty after two dogs were found dead at a Factreton property in Cape Town.
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@thesouthafrican 3 hours ago
WEATHER: Orange level 5 warning as heavy rain threatens KwaZulu-Natal
SAWS has issued an orange level 5 warning as up to 80mm of rain threatens central and southern KwaZulu-Natal on Sunday
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@thesouthafrican 4 hours ago
Weather: Gauteng braces for cooler temperatures as severe storms loom
After a week of scorching temperatures, Gauteng residents can expect thunderstorms this weekend
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Live score: Orlando Pirates vs Sekhukhune United
Orlando Pirates host Sekhukhune United in the Carling Knockout Cup quarter-finals at the Orlando Amstel Arena. Follow the live updates here.
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@thesouthafrican 4 hours ago
ELECTIONS 2026 | Result: DA wins Nelson Mandela Bay metro
The Democratic Alliance (DA) has emerged as a resounding winner in Nelson Mandela Bay in the 2026 Local Government Elections.
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@thesouthafrican 3 hours ago
3-bedroom Cape Town home goes to auction for R380 000
A buyer could get this property for 59% less than its market value.
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Pollen levels could worsen allergies in these cities
Pollen levels could trigger allergy symptoms in Cape Town and Johannesburg, where grass and tree pollen remain elevated.
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