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Durban man previously accused of terrorism wants to run for election

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R4 million spent to axe Port St John’s town manager

ANC Limpopo regional elective conference records largest spending since 1994

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Will new ANC faction take over in Limpopo?

ANC Women’s League veteran Gertrude Shope dies at 99

Tensions erupt in Limpopo ANC after vandalism of spokesperson’s bakkie

Budget 3.0: Opposition parties clash over impact on poor

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ANC urged to fast-track dispute resolution in Limpopo

Taps run dry in Merafong after municipality defaults on bill

Proposed cleaning levy sparks legal challenge in Tshwane

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MK party loses in KZN and Joburg by-elections, Shivambu alleges threats and intimidation

Opposition slams ANC ‘cadre deployment’ after Shabangu takes MP council speaker post

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