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DA takes first declared result in local government elections
The DA has won the first declared result of the 2026 local government elections, securing an early lead at a small voting station in the Eastern Cape's Blue Crane Route municipality.
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@heraldlive 2 hours ago
Tolerance rules on Sunshine Coast as people deliver their verdict
Voting across Ndlambe Municipality proceeded peacefully and steadily, with elderly citizens and first-time voters turning out across the Sunshine Coast despite slow morning queues.
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Muir College: Where tradition meets opportunity
South Africa's oldest English-speaking boys' school, Muir College in Kariega, opens applications for grades 4 to 6 alongside boarding opportunities.
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DA takes early lead as 30% of Bay votes counted
The DA has taken an early lead in Nelson Mandela Bay with over 39% of the vote as early counting progresses across the metro.
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ONLINE FIRST DD061126P14 2ND Ring rust, head-butt conspire to deal Mboyiya Botswana loss
KuGompo City boxer Aphiwe Mboyiya returned from Botswana sporting scars, with his long lay-off having backfired badly as he suffered a points loss to an opponent he otherwise would have easily beaten. The 34-year-old southpaw dropped a unanimous decision to Kutlwano Ogaketse (https://dailydispatch.
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A small positive step in a heartbroken family's quest for justice
For more than a year, Vanessa van Rensburgâ s family have had to live with the unbearable reality that a daughter, a mother and a loved one was taken from them in circumstances that left more questions than answers.
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Boks must blunt razor-sharp Azzurri attack, says Flannery
Springboks defence coach Jerry Flannery says a fearless collective effort and tactical discipline will be vital to withstand Italy's set-piece threat in Turin.
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End of famous watering hole
It is indeed a sad day for many that their favourite watering hole, Hunters Pub, has been closed. This pub attracted many people over the years, from rally drivers to tourists to famous actors. The Hunters Old Boys, started more than 30 years ago, are a group of retirees as well as well-known local businessmen.
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Haas sack French driver Ocon
Formula One team Haas has parted ways with French driver Esteban Ocon, announcing rookie Rafael Camara will take his seat alongside Ollie Bearman at the upcoming São Paulo Grand Prix.
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'Where there is ice cream and people there is happiness'
Vendors were out in force in Nelson Mandela Bay on Wednesday, turning election-day queues into a business opportunity as they vied to win over hungry, thirsty and heat-weary voters. Residents in Lorraine and Charlo were treated to coffee stands to keep the cravings at bay and ice cream to ward off the sweltering sun and keep the children happy At the Lorraine Riding Club, City Coffee owner Joseph Tewu had set up his stall well before the first cohort of voters arrived.
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Djokovic battles through Paris Masters opener
Novak Djokovic battled from behind to beat Valentin Vacherot 6-7 (5/7), 7-5, 6-1 in the first round of the Paris Masters on Tuesday, while Ben Shelton opened his campaign with a comfortable win. For the Serbian 24-time Grand Slam champion, it marked a return to winning ways at ATP 1000-level tournaments for the first time since his run to the fourth round at Indian Wells back in March.
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DD051126P13 GOING THE DISTANCE Youth on track to become hardened distance runners at the Comrades
November is the month that runners, in general, take stock and plan ahead at the same time, much like a financial year-end in the business sphere. And if it is not on the 2027 schedule yet, time is of the essence. Border Athletics is on an upward trajectory and while many social road runners might not fully grasp the fact, the serious athletes, be they on the track, at cross country or on the roads, will be starting their planning.
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@heraldlive 10 hours ago
Eastern Cape elderly cast ballots in persistent hope for basic services and youth jobs
For many senior citizens who cast their ballots in Wednesdayâ s local government elections, voting was about more than exercising a democratic right. It was an opportunity to demand better services, renew calls for long-promised homes and electricity, and secure a better future for younger generations.
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@heraldlive 9 hours ago
A 7,000km trip, a missing ID and a vote
After flying 7,000km from Saudi Arabia to vote in South Africa's local elections, Gqeberha resident Brad Pitts overcame a lost identity card just in time to cast his ballot.
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