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Kaizer Chiefs Players Recover from Injuries Ahead of Crucial Clashes

Kaizer Chiefs face a growing list of fitness concerns as key squad members recover from various injuries. Midfield maestro Lebohang Maboe recently suffered an ankle injury during Chiefs’ 0-0 draw against Golden Arrows. During that match, Maboe missed a penalty before picking up the knock. The injury subsequently ruled him out of Bafana Bafana’s recent

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South Africa Retirement Crisis: 90% of Fund Members Falling Short

South Africans face growing retirement savings concerns. Recent findings reveal significant shortfalls in projected retirement income. Image: Supplied The South Africa retirement crisis is rapidly deepening. New findings show a troubling trend for everyday workers. Alexforbes recently assessed contributing retirement fund members. Shockingly, they found that 90% are not on track to meet their retirement

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Children as Young as 9 Exposed to Pornography on WhatsApp: Expert Warns Parents

Experts urge parents to monitor their children’s device use. Concerns over WhatsApp child safety and harmful online content continue to grow. Digital law experts strongly warn South African parents. Do not give primary school children unrestricted access to the messaging app. This warning follows a recent incident. A group call exposed nine-year-olds to pornography. According

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eThekwini Election Polls: MK Party Rises as ANC Falls

Recent election polls show a major political shift across South African municipalities. Indeed, two independent polling organizations reached the exact same conclusion. The Social Research Foundation (SRF) and SABI surveyed voters across key metropolitan areas. Consequently, their survey data highlights falling support for the ruling party. National Polling Reveals ANC Decline Nationally, the African National

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KwaMakhutha Mass Shooting: 12 Killed as Police Launch Manhunt in KZN

A mass shooting in KwaMakhutha, south of Durban, has left 12 people dead and two injured, prompting KwaZulu-Natal police to launch a large-scale manhunt for those responsible. The deadly attack took place in the Ziko area on Tuesday night and has sent shockwaves through the local community. Investigators are now working to establish the motive

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Deputy President Mashatile Back in Public After Surgery Recovery

Deputy President Paul Mashatile Returns to Public Eye After Surgery Recovery Deputy President Paul Mashatile has made his first public appearance since undergoing surgery in August, reassuring South Africans that his health is steadily improving. Mashatile, who temporarily delegated his responsibilities to fellow cabinet members, expressed gratitude to President Cyril Ramaphosa, his family, colleagues, and

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Sixth woman’s body found in KwaThema as police probe possible links to Kempton Park killings

Sixth woman found dead in Ekurhuleni Police are investigating after officers discovered the body of a woman on the side of a road in KwaThema, Springs, Ekurhuleni on Tuesday morning. This discovery followed the recovery of a fifth woman’s body in a veld in Olifantsfontein, near the R21, just one day earlier. KwaThema sits about

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Women’s Safety in South Africa: Walking and Running Amid Rising Risks

Women’s Safety South Africa Walking Risk in Focus Walking is supposed to be the simplest form of exercise. No fees, no equipment, no training. Yet for many South African women, walking or running requires a safety plan. This reality was highlighted after five women’s bodies were discovered in and around Kempton Park over two months.

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Swimming SA Faces Legal Action Over Tatjana Smith’s Withheld Prize Money

Olympic swimmer Tatjana Smith has issued Swimming South Africa (SSA) with a letter of demand. She’s seeking payment of interest she alleges the federation retained on prize money held for more than a year. The demand follows the provisional suspension of SSA’s president and chief executive officer earlier this week. This adds to scrutiny of

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Bulk Carrier Collides With Quay at Port of Durban

The Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has confirmed that a bulk carrier collided with a quay at the Port of Durban on the night of August 31. TNPA confirmed the incident the following Wednesday. Authorities moved the damaged vessel to an alternative berth as investigations get underway. Emergency response and operational teams deployed immediately after

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