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WATCH: 1 hospitalised, hundreds evacuated after chemical factory fire in Germiston
Local newsUpdateHundreds of workers were evacuated, surrounding streets closed and nearby factories forced to halt operations after volatile chemicals ignited during…
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WATCH: Massive chemical factory fire in Germiston South prompts evacuations, explosions reported
Local newsExplosions have been reported, and staff is being evacuated as emergency teams assess hazardous chemicals at a Germiston South factory.
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Brackenhurst Primary shines at interschool athletics day as Kenton claims first place
Local sportKenton Primary secured first place at Brackenhurst Primary’s interschool athletics day on Janaury 12, while the host school proudly walked…
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Update: City confirms sewage fixed in Theresa and surrounding streets
Local newsUpdateThe City of Ekurhuleni has cleared the sewage in Theresa, Moler, Abel Moller and Holzgen streets, but grass cutting has…
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City of Ekurhuleni confirms investigation into chrome storage site in Alrode
Local newsUpdateAir quality officials say dust mitigation measures at the Liebenberg Street facility are ineffective and require urgent revision following complaints…
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2026 St John’s College basketball tournament kicks off
Caxton SchoolsThe 2026 St John's College basketball tournament will unite talent from local and international schools
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City of Ekurhuleni is investigating a power outage affecting parts of Alberton
Local newsThe power outage has had an impact on businesses and residential homes in Alberton and surrounding areas.
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WATCH: Ekurhuleni city manager on a working visit to Alberton and surrounding areas
Local newsCity Manager Kagiso Lerutla visited Alberton and Thokoza, where he oversaw the vetting of EMPD officials and engaged with workers…
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WATCH: Alberton Councillor Tim Denny slams Ekurhuleni’s warning to residents not to fix potholes
Local newsResidents in Alberton face worsening roads as the City of Ekurhuleni warns to residents to not repair potholes.
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Ekurhuleni launches urgent vetting of 3 500 EMPD officers
Local newsOver 3 500 metro police officers, unvetted for four years, will undergo intensive screening in the next two months.
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WATCH: Amber Lee Hughes sentencing postponed again amid consultation challenges
CrimeDelays are caused by the defence struggling to secure consultations with the accused and access electronic material needed for mitigation,…
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Councillor recognises community excellence, champions active citizenship
Local newsWard 38 Clr Thavha Maifala-Masebe hosted a community recognition ceremony for Brackenhurst and Brackendowns residents who continue to make a…
