#ThrowBackThursday: This week in 2007

Here are some of the stories that were making headlines this week in 2007

November 7, 2019

Ronelle Mungaroo Less than a minute

The front page of the Estcourt News on November 9, 2007.

1. Former Umtshezi Municipality deputy mayor Thokozani Mkhize who was facing charges of attempted murder, died while under police detention in Estcourt Hospital.

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2. Staff at Shoprite/Checkers were held up at gunpoint by four males who made off with cash and the staff’s cell phones.

The senior citizens pictured during the lunch.

3. Forderville Primary School staff prepared a hearty Diwali and Christmas lunch for the Estcourt Senior Citizens Club members.

4. The Holiday heroes Cup was announced to take place in Mooi River on December 25.

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November 7, 2019

Ronelle Mungaroo Less than a minute

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