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@dispatchlive Tue, 20 Oct 2026 03:26:25
Fresh hijacking spike sparks fears for motorists
A surge in armed carjackings across Buffalo City has put motorists and e-hailing drivers on high alert as survivors recount terrifying escapes and recent crime data reveals critically low prosecution rates.
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@dispatchlive 7 hours ago
Sundowns coach Cardoso treats Wiliete SC showdown as another final
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has urged his squad to treat their decisive CAF clash against Wiliete SC as another final, with a spot in the next round at stake following a goalless first leg.
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@dispatchlive 6 hours ago
Jansen's haul gives SA major boost in pursuit of victory
Marco Jansen claimed a sensational five-wicket haul as South Africa skittled Australia for 99 to enforce the follow-on, but Travis Head led a spirited fightback on day four in Gqeberha.
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@dispatchlive 6 hours ago
Water contamination concerns probed after Rhodes hit by gastro outbreak
Health authorities are investigating a gastroenteritis outbreak at Rhodes University in Makhanda, after preliminary water tests detected E. coli and over 100 people reported falling ill.
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@dispatchlive 10 hours ago
Airport bomb scare delays Malema's Buffalo City election campaign
A bomb scare at King Phalo Airport involving a FlySafair flight delayed Julius Malema's election campaign in Buffalo City by three hours, leaving supporters waiting before he promised improved service delivery.
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@dispatchlive 9 hours ago
Continuity pleasing for Warriors captain De Villiers
The Dafabet Warriors secured another bonus-point victory by beating the Hollywoodbets Dolphins by six wickets at Kingsmead, moving to the top of Pool B and boosting confidence ahead of the Super 8s.
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@dispatchlive 12 hours ago
Milford ready to give Orlando Pirates a run for their money
Milford FC head coach Xanti Pupuma believes his side is fully settled and prepared to challenge defending champions Orlando Pirates in their Carling Knockout Cup round-of-16 rematch.
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@dispatchlive 11 hours ago
Friends seek permanent home for vast cricket collection
Collectors Mike van Vuuren and Bruce van Niekerk are campaigning to establish a dedicated sports museum at St Georgeâ s Park, showcasing over a century of historic cricket, rugby, and football memorabilia.
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@dispatchlive 15 hours ago
BREAKING | Bomb threat grounds plane at King Phalo Airport
A bomb threat sparked a major security response at King Phalo Airport in KuGompo City on Wednesday after an aircraft carrying 184 passengers was stopped before take-off. All passengers and crew safely disembarked, and the plane is being held in isolation. Eastern Cape police spokesperson Brigadier Nobuntu Gantana confirmed that the threat was received through a call from an unknown person using a private number.
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@dispatchlive 14 hours ago
AIRPORT BOMB SCARE UPDATE: Police search FlySafair jet, luggage at King Phalo
A FlySafair flight carrying over 180 passengers triggered a major emergency response at East London's King Phalo Airport following an anonymous bomb threat, prompting tarmac searches of the aircraft and luggage.
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@dispatchlive Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:04:21
Coega Steels' new rolling mill to create hundreds of jobs
Coega Steels has launched a R360m rolling mill in Nelson Mandela Bay, creating 300 direct jobs and providing a more affordable local supply of finished steel products.
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@dispatchlive 15 hours ago
Heaps of work lies ahead for Australia, says Starc
Mitchell Starc claimed his 450th Test wicket at St George's Park, but Temba Bavuma's career-best 179 helped South Africa seize complete control of the second Test.
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@dispatchlive 16 hours ago
Bavuma quick to share credit despite milestone innings
Temba Bavuma scored a career-best 179 to rescue South Africa from trouble and put the Proteas in control during the second Test against Australia in Gqeberha.
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@dispatchlive 16 hours ago
Matatiele municipal workers locked out of offices after arriving late
Municipal employees arriving late in Matatiele were locked out of council offices on the orders of municipal manager Mothusi Lepheane, drawing fierce criticism from labour unions.
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@dispatchlive 16 hours ago
Civic groups shift from street protests to council ballot boxes
For decades, civic organisations have been the voice outside council chambers, fighting for the basic needs of the people. Now, dozens of those voices want a seat inside after the November 4 local government elections. One of those is the Ngcobo Yethu Civic Organisation (NYCO) which addresses the problems faced by residents in the Dr AB Xuma local municipality.
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@dispatchlive 16 hours ago
Orient Beach tragedy highlights need for shark spotters
The Buffalo City Metro's open water swimming community is in mourning after the death of Janine Lochrenberg, 65, in the ocean off Orient Beach soon after 8am on Tuesday. She was a much-loved swimmer, musician, nuclear physicist and recently retired radiologist at Frere Hospital. Lochrenberg was attacked by what is suspected to have been a large shark.
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