Entertainment
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Local poet nominated for top award
EntertainmentTo vote for Bongani Dokotela Mchunu, SMS "Qhakaza p26" to 45633 (SMSs cost R1.50).
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Newcastle resident reflects on her European odyssey
EntertainmentThe couple enjoyed a scenic tour of Europe, enjoying the tastes and sights of popular locations.
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Congratulations to our SuperDad winners
EntertainmentThank you to all who entered. Stay tuned to our website for more exciting competitions
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Local photographer’s 5 tips for your family photo shoot
EntertainmentNikole Mudali Naidoo gives tips on how to make your family photo shoot a great experience.
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On this day in history: 523 die in Anglo Boer War black concentration camps
EntertainmentOn 30 May 1902, 523 people died in the black concentration camps of the second Anglo Boer War.
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On this day in history: Jomo Kenyatta was elected Prime Minister of Kenya
EntertainmentOn 27 May 1963, Kenya elected its first Prime Minister, Jomo Kenyatta, after the country gained independence from Britain.
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On this day in history: Shaba war in Zaire comes to an end
EntertainmentOn 26 May 1977, the Shaba War ended in what would be renamed the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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On this day in history: Independent African states founded African Union
EntertainmentOn 25 May 1963, 30 of the 32 independent African States signed the founding charter for the African Union.
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On this day in history: The first Comrades Marathon took place
Editor's noteOn 24 May 1921, the first Comrades Marathon took place in South Africa on Empire Day.
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On this day in history: The State Theatre in Pretoria opened
EntertainmentOn 23 May 1981, the government officially opened The State Theatre in Pretoria.
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On this day in history: White women achieve suffrage in South Africa
EntertainmentMonday, 19 May 1930, white South African women gained the right to vote.
