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Tragic report of matric pupil missing at St Lucia beach
A 17-year-old matric pupil from KwaMsane is missing after reportedly being caught in rip currents while swimming at Jabula Beach in St Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal.
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Official: Orlando Pirates assistant leaves to coach another PSL club
Orlando Pirates have announced that assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi is leaving to join a fellow Betway Premiership side.
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Head's dismissal opens the door: Proteas win second Test in Gqeberha
Travis Head's century and Scott Boland's brave stand are not enough to stop the Proteas from drawing level in the Test series.
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SASSA pensioner stretches Older Person's Grant to support entire household
One retired SASSA grant recipient carries several family members on a single monthly payment, and she has strong opinions about reform.
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Referees confirmed for Springboks' next Tests
The Springboks will soon be back in action on their end-of-year tour, and here are the confirmed match official appointments
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'No pensioner must pay tax': South African pensioners call for relief
Pensioners say rising daily expenses are squeezing their budgets, and some are ready to take action together.
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'Stop treating a lack of experience as a lack of ability': Ramaphosa's youth unemployment plea
Ramaphosa has urged business to give young people a first chance. Here's what he said about youth unemployment, and where to find work.
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Ex-Chiefs star Bernard Parker takes UEFA coaching badge after TS Galaxy exit
Bernard Parker has explained why TS Galaxy struggled against Kruger United and Chippa after Tim Sukazi criticised the team's performances.
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After a fatal shark attack in KuGompo, do shark-repellent bracelets actually work?
Shark-repellent bracelets promise peace of mind. But after a fatal attack in KuGompo, here's what the research actually says.
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Crime is taking over South Africa's favourite holiday destinations
Danger comes with booking in these small towns.
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Ex-Sharks coach: Hyron Andrews was a special person, player
Sean Everitt, who previously coached Hyron Andrews, has shared his memories of the popular lock who passed away last Friday.
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Throwback: The day a South African town recorded a scorching 48.4°C
In October 2015, Vredendal recorded a scorching 48.4°C, marking one of South Africa's most extreme heat events.
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'Kaizer Chiefs star earned Champions League move because his agent has a nice passport'
McCarthy has started life well in Azerbaijan.
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Your luggage is most likely to be stolen at this SA airport
OR Tambo International Airport recorded the highest number of theft cases among South Africa's three major international airports.
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