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WHO warns of rising youth tobacco use on World No Tobacco Day
Community galleriesAt least 40m children aged 13-15 use tobacco, with e-cigarette pouch use rising as 160 countries lack regulations urging governments…
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A mountain of construction rubble continues to grow unchecked in Ward 81
Local newsA massive illegal rubble dump is growing unchecked beside the Jukskei River in Johannesburg’s Ward 81, raising fears it could…
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Shooting in Alexandra leaves one dead and six injured
CrimePolice launch a murder and attempted murder investigation after a street dispute in Alexandra reportedly escalated into a deadly shooting.
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Councillor confirms partial power restoration to 11th Avenue in Alexandra after months without electricity
Local newsCouncillor Deborah Francisco says parts of Alexandra’s 11th Avenue are finally seeing their power restored, months after residents were plunged…
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City Power stands firm on restoration and normalisation fee amid 6th and 7th Avenue outages
Local newsCity Power insists the R500 requirement before electricity restoration and normalisation can proceed is central to curbing illegal connections and…
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The HONOR 600 series is now available for sale nationwide
AdvertorialSponsoredSix reasons to buy the 600 Series
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7th Avenue residents demand test of mini-substation
Local newsCouncillor Floyd Ngwenya says the community insists City Power test their mini-substation in front of them, as doubts grow over…
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Authorities monitor shutdown threat across Gauteng tomorrow
Local newsPosters and messages circulating on social media about a possible national shutdown on May 30, have raised concern in Gauteng.…
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World Hunger Day brings hope to children in Alexandra
Community galleriesWorld Hunger Day reminded Alexandra’s children, who often endure hunger and hardship, that childhood is meant to be filled with…
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Alexandra’s ‘That Loud Guy’ is the voice of local hip hop
Local newsAlexandra-born host Itumeleng Nkoana, popularly known as That Loud Guy, is creating vital platforms for Gauteng hip hop talent through…
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Substance abuse increases risk of teenage pregnancy, warns Sanca community worker
Local newsCommunity workers warn that substance abuse is stripping young people of clear judgment, fuelling risky behaviour, and leaving learners vulnerable…
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Johannesburg’s substance use crisis demands real action, not paper promises
Local newsWith minors now making up 44% of clients, Sanca Central Rand Alcohol and Drug Centre says prevention must start early,…
