Local news
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Despite R113m upgrades to Roosevelt Park substation, infrastructure cannot cope with load-shedding
Local newsThe substation is in its seventh decade of service and is being detrimentally damaged by extended and frequent Eskom load-shedding.
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Let’s read over breakfast
Local newsThe school has recently adopted hosting Reading Breakfasts which sees child and parent read together.
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Street fire hydrants – what you need to know
Local newsOften poorly marked signage means firefighters struggle to locate fire hydrants when time is of the essence.
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Street fire hydrants – do you know where your nearest one is?
Local newsWhen seconds count, having this information at hand is crucial if fire fighters are to be able to quickly extinguish…
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Councillors have no influence when it comes to Eskom load-shedding
Local newsWhile they work for the people they were elected to represent, councillors' hands are tied.
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How the IDP, budget and tariffs will affect you
Local newsThe draft Integrated Development Plan and tariff changes affect residents directly – Ward 134 councillor Devon Steenkamp.
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Bringing art to the streets of Westdene
Local newsOrban School celebrates World Art Day while also painting a picture of an issue they face daily.
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Minister urges calm over SAPO provisional liquidation
Local newsThe future of the South African Post Office is uncertain at this time but until told differently, services continue to…
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If people had the funds, would they want to leave the country?
Local newsCrime, load-shedding and a stalling economy are driving some away, but many want to remain despite ongoing challenges.
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VOX POP: Views of young people when it comes to elections
Local newsIt's important for young people to take part in elections so that they can be able to choose their leaders.
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Crucial participation of the young people in elections.
Local newsYoung people feel there is a lack of accountability by political parties and political leaders.
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VOX POP: How does the potential liquidation of the post office make you feel?
Local newsSouth African Post Office faces two liquidation orders related to rent payments.
