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Wow! Giant leatherback turtle found on beach in Trafalgar, KwaZulu-Natal Photo: Mpenjati Conservancy
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Wow! Giant leatherback turtle found on beach in Trafalgar, KwaZulu-Natal

Human skeletal remains with red pajamas pants found in Oakford field
KwaZulu-Natal

Human skeletal remains with red pajamas pants found in Oakford field

SADTU Sea Cow Lake Secondary
KwaZulu-Natal

‘No longer safe for teachers’: SADTU on Sea Cow Lake Secondary murder

Wow! Giant leatherback turtle found on beach in Trafalgar, KwaZulu-Natal Photo: Mpenjati Conservancy
KwaZulu-Natal

Wow! Giant leatherback turtle found on beach in Trafalgar, KwaZulu-Natal

Human skeletal remains with red pajamas pants found in Oakford field
KwaZulu-Natal

Human skeletal remains with red pajamas pants found in Oakford field

SADTU Sea Cow Lake Secondary
KwaZulu-Natal

‘No longer safe for teachers’: SADTU on Sea Cow Lake Secondary murder

National Council of Provinces, NCOP, Bill, Act, President Cyril Ramaphosa, Employment Equity Amendment Bill, Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Amendment Bill, Division of Revenue Bill, 2022, Government
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NCOP approves three bills, including NEW rules for domestic helpers

By Reeshni Chaslyn Chetty18-05-2022 14:46

Three new bills have been approved by the National Council of Provinces which are now with President Cyril Ramaphosa, awaiting his signature.

Pick n Pay, supermarket, Mr D app, Takealot, Project Red, grocery store, Pick n Pay split
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Pick n Pay announces split into two stores and joining Mr D app

By Reeshni Chaslyn Chetty18-05-2022 13:59

Pick n Pay is making some major changes with a new store called ‘Project Red’ as well as the introduction to the Mr D and Takealot apps.

KZN floods, floods in KwaZulu-Natal, child labour, KZN Education MEC Kwazi Mshengu, fifth Global Conference on the Eradication of Child Labour in Durban
KwaZulu-Natal

Child labour could be a reality for kids orphaned during KZN floods

By Reeshni Chaslyn Chetty18-05-2022 13:34

A number of children were left orphaned following the KZN floods and the province’s MEC for education is concerned about child labour.

North West taxis
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North West community burns taxis after drivers enforce ‘new rule

By Nokwanda Ncwane18-05-2022 12:36

Taxi drivers in Sisa, in the North West stopped privates with 3 or more occupants to use taxis, reportedly. The community retaliated.

AfriForum, Rand West Local Municipality, Municipal Manager, Themba Goba, Randfontein Regional Court, R10 million fine, plea agreement, Matiam van Vuuren
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Municipality fined R10m for not managing untreated wastewater

By Reeshni Chaslyn Chetty18-05-2022 11:16

AfriForum filed a complaint in 2016 regarding sewage pollution and their woes have come to an end after a court ruled in their favour.

Bosasa, chief operations officer, Angelo Agrizzi, Specialised Commercial Crimes Court, Wednesday 18 May 2022, ANC MP Vincent Smith, ANC
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Angelo Agrizzi in Specialised Commercial Crimes Court after 2020 arrest

By Reeshni Chaslyn Chetty18-05-2022 10:32

Following numerous delays due to ailments, former Bosasa head Angelo Agrizzi’s fraud and corruption case will be back in court.

security officer
Mpumalanga

Security officer arrested for theft of medicine at two Mpumalanga facilities

By Nthabiseng Madumo18-05-2022 09:40

Since the security officer’s arrest, the MEC of health has called for more investigations into the theft of medicine in health facilities.

Four MAJOR changes for WhatsApp that you need to know about
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Four MAJOR changes for WhatsApp that you need to know about

By Corné van Zyl18-05-2022 07:30

From silently exiting groups to emoji reactions, here are four MAJOR exciting new features coming to WhatsApp soon:

Warning! Heavy rainfall amounts exceeding 20 mm expected for KwaZulu-Natal
KwaZulu-Natal

Warning! Heavy rainfall exceeding 20 mm expected for KwaZulu-Natal

By Corné van Zyl18-05-2022 07:00

Heavy rainfall exceeding 20 mm are expected for KZN for the weekend. This comes barely a month after the deadly floods in the province.

South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Wednesday 18 May 2022
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South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Wednesday 18 May 2022

By Corné van Zyl18-05-2022 05:30

In the latest news in South Africa on Wednesday 18 May 2022, a light batch of snowfall would reach three provinces by the end of the week.

South African Social Security Agency, SASSA, R350 grant, Social Relief of Distress grant, SRD grant, increase in applications
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SASSA received 9 million applications for SRD grant since 23 April

By Reeshni Chaslyn Chetty17-05-2022 19:30

SASSA revealed that there has been a rise in the number of applications it has received for the R350 SRD grant.

Umkhonto we Sizwe Military Veterans Association, MKMVA, Carl Niehaus, COVID-19 laws, defying law, breaking law, Estcourt Magistrate’s Court, Nthabiseng Mokoena
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Carl Niehaus’ defence counsel wants COVID-19 case dismissed

By Reeshni Chaslyn Chetty17-05-2022 19:13

Carl Niehaus’ defence counsel says he will incriminate himself if he were to take the stand and is arguing that his case be dismissed.

Jacob Zuma, former president, Msholozi, JZ, Pietermaritzburg High Court, KwaZulu-Natal, KZN, Supreme Court of Appeal, SCA, Judge Piet Koen, Billy Downer, Judge Mandisa Maya
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Zuma corruption trial could head into 2023 following postponement

By Reeshni Chaslyn Chetty17-05-2022 18:57

It seems former president Jacob Zuma’s corruption, money laundering and racketeering case has hit another snag.

children
Gauteng

45 children, 3 adults crammed into 10-seater vehicle in Gauteng

By Nthabiseng Madumo17-05-2022 14:54

The 10-seater vehicle transporting children at an informal settlement near Reiger Park, was also found to be unroadworthy.

Ke Ready SA, COVID-19 vaccine, Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, vaccination, jab, vaccinated, Government, reward programme, TikTok, Instagram, vlogging, vlog, #Keready2vax, Government, booster
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Planning to get the jab? You could get R1k from Government, here’s how…

By Reeshni Chaslyn Chetty17-05-2022 13:52

The SA government is trying to encourage the youth to get vaccinated by creating an interactive online competition.

gauteng roads
Gauteng

Gauteng roads deteriorating – department launches project to fix that

By Nthabiseng Madumo17-05-2022 10:57

Gauteng roads and transport department launched a project aimed at patching/fixing potholes, installing/fixing signage and markings on roads.

Stellenbosch University
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Stellenbosch University: Student will NOT lay charges against suspect

By Reeshni Chaslyn Chetty17-05-2022 10:41

The student whose belongings were urinated on by another, allegedly racially motivated, will no longer be laying charges against the suspect.

South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Tuesday, 17 May 2022
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South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Tuesday, 17 May 2022

By Corné van Zyl17-05-2022 05:30

In the latest news in South Africa on Tuesday 17 May 2022, the white student caught urinating on a black dorm-mate’s bags was suspended.

EMS staff
Mpumalanga

Mpumalanga EMS staff members held HOSTAGE, ambulance stripped

By Nthabiseng Madumo16-05-2022 20:03

The EMS staff members were responding to an emergency call of a woman giving birth, but little did they know it was a trap.

bee, attack
KwaZulu-Natal

BEE ATTACK: Rescue dog airlifted to veterinary hospital for treatment

By Nthabiseng Madumo16-05-2022 16:44

A police officer and his four-legged partner, Dante and a family member of a missing person were attacked by bees while conducting a search.

firearms, ammunition
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Police clear Western Cape streets of unlicensed firearms and ammunition

By Nthabiseng Madumo16-05-2022 13:38

Several firearms and an assortment of ammunition were recovered in several operations in the Western Cape.

WATCH: Reckless truck driver found and arrested after viral video
Mpumalanga

WATCH: Reckless truck driver found and arrested after viral video

By Corné van Zyl16-05-2022 12:01

The reckless truck driver caught on camera driving recklessly and nearly causing an accident has been found and arrested. Watch video here

human trafficking
Mpumalanga

HUMAN TRAFFICKING: Six youngsters rescued from a Mpumalanga farm

By Nthabiseng Madumo16-05-2022 11:59

A Mozambican suspect in their 40s was arrested by the Hawks and will be appearing in court for trafficking of persons.

ICYMI - Level 10
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ICYMI – Level 10 SEVERE weather warning issued for NC and WC on Monday

By Corné van Zyl16-05-2022 07:00

The SA Weather Service has issued a level 10 weather warning for the Northern and Western Cape on Monday. These areas will be affected.

South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Monday 16 May 2022
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South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Monday 16 May 2022

By Corné van Zyl16-05-2022 05:30

In the latest news in South Africa on Monday 16 May, Eskom has announced stage 3 load shedding will be implemented on Monday and Tuesday. 

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