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Northview High School acting principal survives six shots from gunmen
CrimeTwo gunmen gained entry into Northview High School near Balfour Mall and opened fire on the acting principal, hitting him…
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Malawian shop owner arrested for illegal electricity reconnection in Alexandra
CrimeThe owner of The Brain Crew furniture store was apprehended for tampering with his meter and attempting to illegally restore…
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Pile of rubbish proves not big enough to hide from the long arm of the law
CrimeYou can run but you can never hide even behind a pile of rubbish, says the spokesperson of the Ekurhuleni…
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A timeline of water deprivation in Johannesburg
Local newsIn the face of a worsening water crisis, Sophiatown communities are taking a stand. With a petition nearing 1,500 signatures,…
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Alex job seekers first to benefit from mall jobs, says Raletjena
Local newsWe cannot have a situation where residents of Alexandra are used only as a source of buying power in a…
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Scholarship opportunity for Alex Grade 6 learners
Local newsThe Student Sponsorship Programme is offering generous five-year scholarships to academically talented Grade 6 pupils in Alex, making top private…
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Alex Gobela’s rape victim gives testimony, objects to robust questioning by defence lawyer
CrimeThe victim was put through the wringer by the defence attorney, asking why he was questioning her so robustly, but…
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Sexual offences up by 56,3% in Alex per 2nd quarter crime stats
Local newsSecond quarter 2024/2025 crime statistics reveal that Alex is stabilising in some areas, but getting worse in others, especially when…
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Ronald McDonald House of Charities hopes to grow its funding base
Local newsRonald McDonald House of Charities seeks to ensure that no family has to face the challenges of a child’s illness…
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City Power extends meter compliance deadline for people who have not upgraded yet
Local newsThe city reiterates its intentions to cut power connections to non-upgraded homes and businesses, but will allow people who haven't…
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The Co-Lab Coffee sessions seek to empower Alex entrepreneurs
Local newsYoung entrepreneurs in Alex got together to learn from, and engage with, one another for the community’s betterment.
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Alex talents to shine at Joburg Festival as Clash of the Regions concludes
Local newsAlex’s young artists ranging from Hip Hop dancers to Amapiano performers have been selected to showcase their talent at the…
