Local news
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Government urges Alex residents to lead e-waste revolution as pilot project gains ground
Local newsAn ambitious e-waste initiative is reviving hope in Alexandra, aiming to change how residents dispose of old electronics.
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Alexandra’s breakfast fun run redefines township fitness and unity
Local newsThe breakfast fun run had Alexandra residents getting up and moving onto the streets, with the lingering beauty of unity…
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Cat Matlala finally heads to High Court for attempted murder trial
Crime'Cat' Matlala, and the two alleged hitmen, will spend Christmas in jail, waiting for the commencement of their trial in…
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Faith-based persons and organisations unite to address Alexandra’s rising violent crime
Community galleriesAs spiritual leaders meet to discuss the high levels of crime in Alexandra, a single question arises: Could spiritual intervention…
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Mighty Heroes lose 2–0 to Diepsloot Arsenal in controversial regional league clash
Local newsMighty Heroes suffers a 2-0 defeat against Diepsloot Arsenal in a clash marked by missed chances and referee controversy.
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Armsta chairperson’s death sparks call for task team to probe taxi violence
CrimeAs Armsta and the Moekeletsi family bid farewell to Molefe Moekeletsi, Transport MMC Kenny Kunene called for the establishment of…
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Young Alex football players receive support beyond the field
Community galleriesAlex Black Poison FC’s partnership with the Joey De Tenor Foundation is helping young players walk into brighter futures.
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Madala Hostel residents happy as roof repairs get underway after devastating fire
Local newsWhen Felinjani Ximba, a resident of Madala Hostel, saw the damage caused by the fire that gutted the hostel in…
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How better service delivery can turn the tide
Local newsPoverty, crime, and crumbling infrastructure plague Gauteng’s townships, but reliable water, electricity, and roads could spark real change.
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City reveals intention to demolish building housing informal settlement in Alexandra
Local newsThe City of Johannesburg says before it demolishes the building, housing an informal settlements in Alexandra, it must find alternative…
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Residents find body floating in Jukskei river
CrimeBody discovered in Jukskei River. Police are on the scene, but questions remain about how the man died.
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Guard against malaria this holiday season
Local newsHeading into malaria zones? Get chemoprophylaxis before you go to protect against the mosquito-borne illness.
