Local news
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Pretoria North substation fault deepens concerns over electricity reliability
Local newsFrustrated residents and businesses are calling for urgent intervention after another prolonged power outage, saying recurring electricity failures are disrupting…
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Metro vows sustained action against disorder in hotspot areas
CrimeOfficials say regular enforcement operations will continue as part of efforts to promote safer, cleaner and better-managed communities across the…
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Snow, flooding and icy temperatures on the way – here’s what Pretoria can expect
Local newsSnow and flooding are forecast for parts of South Africa this week, while Pretoria is expected to face bitterly cold…
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“Green Ants’ clear illegal structures in Wes-Moot settlement
Local newsMetro officials removed illegal structures at the Green Containers Informal Settlement in the Wes-Moot on 29 May, saying the operation…
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GBV support programme grows in Akasia
CrimeThe Akasia CPF has expanded its GBV support programme to provide counselling, awareness workshops, healing sessions and food security projects…
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Atteridgeville family fears tragedy, home at risk from leak and giant tree
Local newsAuthorities say a team will be sent to address the latest leak in the school premises, while funding is still…
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Council approves budget amid opposition outcry
Local newsThe metro’s approved R58.5-billion budget has ignited heated political clashes, with the coalition government defending it as a major financial…
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Public to weigh in on Wonderboom Airport name as parties clash over priorities
Local newsThe supporters say names of public places must be inclusive for all South Africans. Those against it say the Council…
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Three properties illegally renting busted in operation
Local newsThe city steps up enforcement against unsafe, illegal building practices.
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Upgrades at high school can finally get underway with new contractor
Local newsAfter years of delays, overcrowding and growing concerns over deteriorating infrastructure, the Gauteng Department of Education has confirmed that a…
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Lifelong passion drives Mabopane NGO to bridge care gap for children with disabilities in townships
Local newsBelinda Mogashwa is changing the lives of children living with disabilities through community-driven care and rehabilitation initiatives in Mabopane.
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Firearms, suspected stolen Hilux recovered in Olievenhoutbosch
Local newsPolice on routine patrol spotted a suspected stolen bakkie, several occupants fled after the vehicle was stopped.
