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Alex Gobela’s rape case postponed to February 20
CrimeThe case was postponed due to a lack of electricity at the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court, and because the rape victim…
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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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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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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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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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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.
