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Government services come knocking on Diepsloot’s doorstep
Diepsloot residents had access to a range of government services at Sarafina Park as Ward 95 councillor Julius Maake brought departments and service providers directly to the community.
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Johannesburg Water faces angry Douglasdale residents over water crisis
Johannesburg Water says pressure-management measures, including new air valves, will be used to tackle Douglasdale's recurring bursts, but residents, demanding replacement of failing infrastructure, were told there is no immediate pipe replacement planned for the…
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Stormers face tough Currie Cup test in Mbombela
The Pumas return home after back-to-back away wins, while the Stormers look to bounce back from a narrow defeat to…
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Boxing helps Simnikiwe Bongco escape a life of drugs and gangsterism
Growing up in one of the country’s toughest townships, Simnikiwe Bongco could have followed many of his friends into gangs…
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Historic Anglo-Boer War blockhouse could return to Middelburg
Middelburg Observer
A heritage structure is being considered for relocation as local history enthusiasts search for a suitable site to preserve a…
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Young conservationist finds her calling among Kgalagadi’s lions
Pretoria Rekord
Driven by a lifelong passion for wildlife, a young conservationist is building hands-on experience in one of South Africa’s most…
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KZN drunk-driving operation targets Newcastle drivers after End-of-Snow parties
The Witness
Authorities say the ongoing crackdown has helped secure convictions in more than 98% of drunk-driving cases.
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Limpopo businesses face skilled labour gaps as undocumented workers depart
Polokwane Review
More than 68 000 foreign nationals have been processed for repatriation through Musina, leaving local employers to adapt.
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Stellenbosch surfer dies after collapsing at Jongensfontein near Still Bay
The Witness
Emergency responders and fellow surfers performed CPR on a local resident following an incident in the Western Cape.
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In case you missed it: Ferrari linked to Maumela to be sold | PHV detected in sardines | Man arrested after mother’s death
The Citizen
Catch up on the biggest stories this Saturday, 15 August 2026, in our simple daily news update.
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Weather update: Here’s what to expect on Sunday
The Citizen
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The Witness
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Son’s desperate fight to save father ends in tragedy
The Witness
NSRI spokesperson Craig Lambinon said the man’s son was trying to bring his unresponsive father to shore using his surfboard.
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Opinion | Mission ImPAWssible
The Witness
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Plum crumble with a golden, buttery topping
Apples may be the familiar star of baked crumbles, but plums are just as delicious and bring their own jammy twist to this classic dessert.
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Do you have what it takes to name Chery’s SA-bound bakkie?
An upcoming double-cab is set to match top-tier rivals in power when it reaches local dealerships next year – now…
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Wake up to a better deal: The Great Bedroom Refresh has arrived!
Upgrade your sleep, refresh your space and enjoy premium comfort without breaking the bank at The Bed Shop Fourways.
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