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Beaches to reopen after fatal attack by suspected great white shark
Buffalo City Metro is preparing to reopen Orient and Eastern beaches after open-water swimmer Janine Lochrenberg was fatally attacked by a great white shark estimated to be over 3.5 metres long.
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Daily Dispatch E-edition - 23 October 26
Access the complete digital replica of the Daily Dispatch for 23 October, featuring the day's top headlines, in-depth reports, and local stories.
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â Charlotteâ s Web The Musicalâ comes to life at Guild Theatre
Stirling Primary School pupils are bringing the beloved classic Charlotteâ s Web The Musical to the Guild Theatre stage, showcasing friendship, courage and young theatrical talent.
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National team to investigate Eastern Cape gastro outbreaks
The national government has moved to investigate the causes of a gastroenteritis outbreak in the Eastern Cape after 134 cases were reported at Rhodes University in Makhanda and St Albans Prison in Nelson Mandela Bay. The cases include 111 reported at Rhodes University and 23 at St Albans Prison. Patients presented with symptoms including severe abdominal cramps, diarrhoea, vomiting and dehydration.
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Bosom buddies Batyi and Sigaba up ante before title clash
Zolisa Batyi and Likho Sigaba (https://dailydispatch.co.za/sport/boxing/2026-10-05-batyi-pins-hopes-on-bout-against-bosom-buddy-for-a-win/)might be bosom buddies but they have promised to bash each other when they clash in a high-stakes featherweight bout at the Guild Theatre in KuGompo City on Sunday next week.
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Eastern Cape incubator Propella named Champion of the Year
Eastern Cape business incubator Propella has been named Incubation Champion of the Year 2026 at the African Startup Ecosystem Builders Summit, celebrating its work nurturing high-impact innovators.
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Suspended metro officials paid millions to stay at home
Buffalo City Metro is spending nearly R900,000 every month to pay eight suspended officials who remain at home, according to a confidential council report. Among those on suspension are three employees accused of copper cable theft and four senior administration executives facing misconduct allegations. The findings have triggered intense political backlash over escalating municipal expenditure, with opposition parties warning that prolonged disciplinary processes could cost local ratepayers more than R10m annually while public infrastructure remains in disrepair.
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Lead Proteas turn dominance into emphatic win
South Africa secured an emphatic innings-and-31-run victory over Australia at St George's Park to level the Test series, breaking through stubborn second-innings resistance.
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Serame wants Warriors Women to bounce back against Badgers
Following tough opening defeats in Durban, Warriors Women head coach Nkululeko Serame has called on his side to display composure and execute the basics as they face the Garden Route Badgers.
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Chippa battle Golden Arrows for Carling Cup quarterfinal spot
Chippa United and Golden Arrows collide in a high-stakes Carling Knockout Cup last-16 encounter this Saturday, with both sides eyeing a coveted quarter-final spot at King Zwelithini Stadium.
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Highbury FC aim to bounce back against Casric Stars
Highbury FC look to revive their Motsepe Foundation Championship promotion hopes when they face Casric Stars on Friday following a setback against Lerumo Lions.
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Riddle turns Kona pain into lesson
Triathlete Jamie Riddle reflects on the physical setbacks, tactical errors, and mental pressure that led to his withdrawal from the IRONMAN World Championship in Kailua-Kona.
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McDonald backs Australia to fight on after horror day four
Australia coach Andrew McDonald called his team's batting collapse disappointing but refused to concede defeat against South Africa as the tourists battle to save the second Test at St George's Park.
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Death Notice Athol Wrede
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Dad, Athol Wrede, who passed away on 11 October 2026 at the age of 97, 3 shy of raising his bat. We are forever grateful to you Dad and we will treasure the memories. We hold onto our faith and the promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ.
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Death Notice Jakob (Jaap) Myburgh
MYBURGH: Jakob (Jaap) passed away peacefully at Lotus Live-in-Care on 17.10.2026, aged 89 years. Predeceased by his beloved wife Hazel. He will be lovingly re-membered by his chil-dren Ian, Lauren, Donné, Gavin & Trevor, grand-children, great-grandchildren, extended family & friends. A Cele-bration of Jaapâ s life will be held at a later date & his cremation will be pri-vate.
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Death Notice MARY ENGELA GODFREY
GODFREY MARY ENGELA Born 4/4/1954 to 19/10/2026 age 72. Mary beloved sister to the late Margaret Godfrey. Beloved Brothers, Martin, Michael and Melville known as Doc. Deepest condolences to her loving family and friends. Mary passed away suddenly in Frere Hospital. Thanks to all the caring nurses and staff.
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