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SASSA grant robbery case withdrawn after R4 000 settlement
Case against a man accused of stealing a pensioner's SASSA grant money after a dating app meeting was withdrawn after a R4 000 settlement.
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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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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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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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One forced change: Kaizer Chiefs' expected starting XI vs Siwelele FC
Kaizer Chiefs host Siwelele FC in the Carling Knockout quarter-finals at the New Peter Mokaba on Sunday at 18:00. Here's the expected starting line-up.
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Five key takeaways from South Africa's 2026 Local Government Elections
Here are five key takeaways from South Africa's 2026 Local Government Elections. The biggest of which is the ANC's dramatic fall.
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AGOA EXIT: Good news for South African apple, pear and grape shipments
South Africa is set to lose its AGOA trade benefits, but fruit exports are forecast to rise as other markets offer fresh opportunities...
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South Africa joins UN push to tackle illegal mining networks
South Africa has backed UN talks on a new agreement targeting illegal mining, wildlife trafficking and environmental crime. Here's what happens next.
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East African giants appoint South African coach
Former Orlando Pirates co-coach Fadlu Davids has been appointed as the new head coach of Tanzanian giants Young Africans SC.
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Cape Town police probe alleged drugging in dating-app encounters
Two men have been arrested in Cape Town as investigators examine allegations that online dating encounters ended in drugging and robbery.
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Local election coalitions: Which councils could be up for grabs?
The votes are being counted, but in many councils the real contest is only starting. Local election coalitions could decide who governs.
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New bombshell 'Sandpapergate' details emerge
Usman Khawaja claimed on Saturday that the entire Australian team knew about the 2018 "Sandpapergate" scandal in Cape Town.
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El Niño: What South Africans need to know to stay safe in the heat
The Department of Health shares practical tips to help South Africans protect themselves from dangerous heat linked to El Niño conditions.
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Donald Trump to give AfriForum $1 million to study crimes against white South Africans
The Trump administration reportedly plans to give AfriForum nearly R16.5 million to investigate alleged discrimination and violence against minorities in South Africa.
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