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LEAGLE EAGLE | Paid Off Your Home Loan? Hereâ s What You Need to Know
Paying off your home loan is a major financial milestone. After years of monthly repayments, you can finally celebrate owning your home without the burden of a home loan. But before you celebrate too much, there is one important step to consider: what happens to your home loan once the final payment has been made? Contrary to popular belief, paying off your home loan does not automatically cancel the bond registered over your property.
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Eastern Cape education communications director cleared of all disciplinary charges
The suspended director of communications and events management for the Eastern Cape department of education, Vuyiseka Mboxela, has been cleared of all disciplinary charges brought against her by her employer. Following a comprehensive hearing, the chairperson ruled that the department failed to prove any allegations of misconduct on a balance of probabilities.
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Ramaphosa banks on Eastern Cape and key strongholds to bolster ANC election drive
ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa rallied supporters in the Eastern Cape's Buffalo City Metro, saying the party is relying on key provincial strongholds to power its upcoming municipal election campaign.
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Election security ramped up with extra police, vehicles, assures Masemola
ZIYANDA ZWENI SA Police Service commissioner Fannie Masemola says the police are ready to hit the ground running come election day to ensure there are no disruptions as millions cast their votes on November 4. Masemola was speaking on the sidelines of the festive season safety launch at the Rotary Stadium in Mthatha on Friday, adding that additional police officers would be deployed.
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In Memory Barbara Hartland
HARTLAND BARBARA Dearest mother, you left us for higher honour 5 years ago. We miss your love and strength you shared. Till we meet again. Love Bruce, Annette, Shirley, Owen, and Families
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IN THE GARDEN | Let the light shine into the night
Discover how outdoor solar lighting can illuminate your garden, boost home security, and keep outdoor gatherings going after dark without harming your plants or raising utility bills.
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READER LETTER | Aquarium standards must not slip
The resignation of Siani Zahn (née Tinley) after 30 years at the East London Aquarium should concern every Buffalo City Metro resident who values marine conservation and animal welfare. Under her leadership, the aquarium grew its population of critically endangered African penguins from 20 to more than 90.
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AJ Corbett drives sustainable design and rural development with TCN Architects
From challenging his team to craft reception desks out of cardboard to delivering major landmark projects, AJ Corbett of TCN Architects is reshaping the Eastern Cape's built environment. Through a balance of inventive design, community-driven development, and sustainable practices, the practice continues to transform local infrastructure. With major developments including the Nelson Mandela Museum and vast rural school programmes across the former Transkei, TCN Architects prioritises local empowerment and mentorship to foster the next generation of architectural leaders.
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Mthatha street renaming must spark renewal, say activist's families
Families of anti-apartheid icons honoured in Mthatha's latest street renaming have called on the King Sabata Dalindyebo Local Municipality to match the gestures with urgent infrastructure upgrades.
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Buhlungu's sacking exposes enduring 'Zuma effect', says Ndletyana
Political scientist Prof Mcebisi Ndletyana links the axing of University of Fort Hare vice-chancellor Prof Sakhela Buhlungu to the enduring 'Zuma effect' in Eastern Cape politics.
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Bavuma staking his claim as one of SA's cricket greats
Temba Bavuma's match-winning 179 against Australia in Gqeberha has reignited debate over his standing among South Africa's greatest Test captains.
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LEGAL EAGLE | When AI gets the law wrong
While artificial intelligence offers speed and efficiency in drafting and research, relying on unverified legal information poses severe risks for practitioners, businesses, and the public.
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@dispatchlive 21 hours ago
Eastern Cape Iinyathi U19 aim to extend stay at to
Eastern Cape Iinyathi U19 look to extend their lead at the top of the Border Club T20 coastal log as they take on Hamiltons in KuGompo City.
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Operation Smile brings new hope to Eastern Cape families
Operation Smile returns to Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital in Mthatha to offer free, life-changing cleft lip and palate surgeries for children and adults across the Eastern Cape.
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A VINE TIME | From surfboards to sauvignon blanc, Salt Rock makes waves in wine
Salt Rock Wines founders Rudolph Steenkamp and Xander Grier combine sustainable farming and minimal intervention to deliver serious, terroir-driven bottles that remain remarkably accessible.
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