Local news
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Police believe they have closed in on e‑hailing hijacking syndicate
Community galleriesAfter months of hijacking reports, Alexandra police believe they may have finally cornered the syndicate behind attacks on e‑hailing drivers.
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Two learners stabbed in Minerva Secondary School brawl
CrimeTwo boys were stabbed and two girls pepper‑sprayed during a violent fight at Minerva Secondary School.
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Councillor blames non-compliance for power supply challenges on 11th Avenue
Local newsWard 108 Councillor Deborah Francisco says the widespread tampering with electricity meters has left 11th Avenue residents facing blackouts and…
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Residents slam police over drugs, murders, and shortages of resources
Community galleriesFrustrated Alexandra residents confronted SAPS in a heated meeting, demanding answers on a myriad of issues they are grappling with.
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Caxton Media: Bringing South Africa’s stories to millions, every day
Local newsThink your local paper is an isolated voice in South Africa’s vast landscape? Think again. It is part of a…
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From grandparents’ love to community care: Palesa Letsoalo’s journey
Local newsPalesa Letsoalo has spent more than a decade ensuring Alexandra’s elderly are not forgotten. Her organisation, We Care, stands as…
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Civic dialogue aims to combat youth apathy ahead of local elections
Local newsYouth Centre empowered youth with voter education, ward knowledge, and a mock election, tackling low civic awareness among young people.
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Speaker’s office expresses concern about lack of youth participation at integrated development plan meetings
Local newsThe Johannesburg’s speaker’s office warns that youth absence from IDP meetings is silencing their voices in shaping the city’s future.
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Rapper finds his true self under the spotlight
Local newsAlthough he is calm and collected offstage, Alex-based rap artist Luke Starring is a commanding force under the spotlight.
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Rebuilding young lives starts with health that heals the whole child
Community galleriesGirls and Boys Town South Africa uses World Health Day to spotlight holistic care for vulnerable youth, blending science, therapy…
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Young people urged to reflect on human rights and their role in society
Community galleriesThusong Youth Centre and Khulisa Social Solutions hosted a dialogue in Alexandra where young people explored their understanding of human…
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Family shares moments leading to fatal stabbing on 12th Avenue
CrimeThe family of a 25‑year‑old suspect recounted the events that led to the fatal stabbing of his stepfather, during a…
