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@dispatchlive Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:17:35
Serial rapist sentenced to eight life terms
Thabile Bhino Nyakiso, a serial rapist described as â inhumane and cruelâ who targeted and raped eight women, including two teenage girls, has been sentenced to eight life terms. Nyakiso, 32, was also sentenced in the Mthatha High Court on Friday to 15 years for each of three counts of robbery with aggravating circumstances and 12 months for common robbery.
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De Villiers wants Warriors to build better partnerships
Dafabet Warriors captain Matthew de Villiers has called for improved batting partnerships after his team overcame a middle-order wobble to defeat Western Province by four wickets at St George's Park.
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Proteas belief driving team success, says Bavuma
Temba Bavuma praises South Africa's iconic Test series comeback victory over Australia, stating the hard-fought triumph provides vital momentum and belief for their World Test Championship campaign.
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Truter breathes sigh of relief as Chippa stun Stellenbosch
Chippa United secured a crucial 2-0 away victory against Stellenbosch FC, easing pressure on head coach Brandon Truter following recent cup disappointment.
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Stick with the ANC, Mantashe urges voters
ANC national chair Gwede Mantashe has called on voters to stay loyal to the party, describing a shift to newer political organisations as regression rather than real change.
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ANC pulls out all stops at Mdantsane pre-election rally
The ANC has mobilised its top national and provincial leadership for a major rally in Mdantsane, where President Cyril Ramaphosa addresses thousands of supporters ahead of the local government elections.
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Beers and Laing conquer the Great Karoo
Matt Beers and Nele Laing were crowned overall champions at the Nedbank Gravel Burn stage race in Shamwari, while Hugo Drechou and Alexis Skarda captured thrilling final stage victories.
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@dispatchlive 10 hours ago
Warriors seal Super 8 win over Western Province
The Dafabet Warriors overcame an inspired five-wicket haul from Oliver Whitehead to beat Western Province by four wickets at St Georgeâ s Park, getting their Super Eights campaign off to a winning start.
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@dispatchlive 22 hours ago
SA complete famous turnaround to claim series at Newlands
South Africa produced a breathtaking comeback at Newlands to defeat Australia by 176 runs, securing an emphatic 2-1 Test series victory.
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@dispatchlive Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:40:01
Franklin backs Australia for final-day finish
Australia assistant coach James Franklin believes his side can claim victory in the Newlands Test after a dramatic late surge on day four set up a target of 288 runs against South Africa.
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@dispatchlive Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:43:58
SA fightback built on patience, says Rickelton
Centuries from Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder spearheaded a gritty South African fightback, leaving Australia with a 288-run target to chase on the final day at Newlands.
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@dispatchlive Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:09:43
Police to deploy 10 000 police officers in EC ahead November 4 polls
The Electoral Commission of SA (IEC) says it is ready to administer next weekâ s local government elections, with more than 10,000 police officers set to be deployed across the Eastern Cape to safeguard the process. About 3.6-million registered voters in the province are expected to cast their ballots at 4,979 voting stations between Monday and Wednesday.
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@dispatchlive Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:29:40
Rickelton, Mulder centuries put match back in balance on fourth day at Newlands
Centuries from Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder led a superb South African fightback at Newlands, setting Australia a challenging 288-run target for victory in the third Test.
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@dispatchlive Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:17:45
Warriors primed for tougher mental and competitive Pro20 Cup examination
Head coach Robin Peterson warns the Dafabet Warriors will face a tougher test as they head into the YesPlay Pro20 Cup Super 8s stage, beginning with a clash against the Cobras.
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@dispatchlive Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:54:29
Gig Guide | Music, markets and Halloween festivities
Discover upcoming events across East London, featuring Halloween parties, live concerts, theatrical productions, outdoor trail challenges, and community markets.
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@dispatchlive Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:08
Debt owed to metro for rates and services balloons to R11bn
Buffalo City Metro is facing severe service delivery constraints as unpaid rates and service arrears surged to a staggering R11bn at the end of September. The ballooning municipal debt book increased by R1.6bn over the past year, driven predominantly by residential households, local businesses, and government departments.
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