After activist pressure, Kataza the baboon to be reunited with Slangkop troop

SK11, the male chacma baboon better known as Kataza, was removed from Kommetjie by the municipality in August and relocated to Tokai. A volunteer resident marshalls Kataza the baboon as he wanders around the suburb of Tokai on 17 October 2020. Picture: Lizell Persens/EWN CAPE TOWN – After more than 70 days, Cape Town’s much-loved […]

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Laerskool Bekker SGB to consult lawyers on Keamogetswe Seboko drowning report

The chair of the school governing body, Willie Dry, said that the school would remain transparent in its efforts to conclude the investigation. Keamohetswe Seboko’s body was found in the hostel pool at Laerskool Bekker in Magaliesburg. Picture: Supplied JOHANNESBURG – The school governing body at Laerskool Bekker in Magaliesburg is expected to consult its […]

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Locally made ultrasound device helping to reduce perinatal deaths

Dubbed the Umbiflow, the diagnostic tool measures blood flow in the fetal umbilical cord. CAPE TOWN – A locally produced ultrasound device is reducing perinatal deaths by up to 40%. Dubbed the Umbiflow, the diagnostic tool measures blood flow in the fetal umbilical cord. Its development was funded by the Department of Science and Innovation, […]

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IFP sends condolences to Zulu King Zwelithini following death of his son

Earlier reports suggested that his death may be the result of criminal activity but police said that the information was still sketchy and a probe into the circumstances surrounding Prince Lethukuthula Zulu’s death was now under way. Prince Lethukuthula Zulu. Picture: Vusumuzi Shongwe/Wikimedia Commons. JOHANNESBURG – The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) has wished strength to […]

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Cope plans to lay criminal complaint against Myeni over Mr X identity revelation

Dudu Myeni repeated the name of the whistleblower known as Mr X numerous times while giving testimony at the commission. Former SAA board chairperson Dudu Myeni testifying in her delinquency case at the High Court in Pretoria. Picture: Sethembiso Zulu/EWN JOHANNESBURG – The Congress of the People (Cope) said that it planned to lay a […]

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3 men shot and killed, 1 stabbed to death in CT over weekend

Several crime-rife areas in the Cape have been the scenes of violent crime this weekend. FILE: Police tape at a crime scene. Picture: Thomas Holder/EWN. CAPE TOWN – Several crime-rife areas in the Cape have been the scenes of violent crime this weekend. Three men have been shot and killed, while another was stabbed to […]

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Kaizer Chiefs academy star James McFarlane tragically passes on

Kaizer Chiefs academy star James McFarlane has tragically passed on after being involved in a devastating motor-vehicle accident on Thursday night. James McFarlane, 18-years-old, was the captain of the Kaizer Chiefs under-17 academy team before making the jump to the reserve side this year. McFarlane was also a regular for national under-17 side, the Amajimbos. […]

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All Blacks ‘up for sale’ as cash-strapped union woos private equity

The All Blacks are in talks with private equity investors as they struggle with the financial impact of Covid-19. New Zealand’s national treasure has seen its cash reserves slashed by almost half due to the pandemic lockdown. ALL BLACKS NAME COULD BE SOLD TO HIGHEST BIDDER New Zealand Rugby (NZR) said it is now looking […]

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Sharks edge Cheetahs in controversial Super Rugby Unlocked clash in Durban

The Sharks have beaten the Cheetahs in an error-strewn and controversial Super Rugby Unlocked clash at Kings Park in Durban. The Sharks won 19-13 after leading 6-0 at half-time. The Cheetahs suffered a blow prior to kick-off when their Springbok centre Frans Steyn was ruled out with a groin injury. A late Sharks try by […]

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Bloemfontein Celtic vs Supersport United: MTN 8 semifinal preview

The MTN 8 semifinals continue on Saturday, with Bloemfontein Celtic and Supersport United kicking off their second-leg tie at Dr Molemela Stadium. It’s all level between the two sides, with Phunya Sele Sele holding a slight advantage after scoring the crucial away goal in a 1-1 draw at Lucas Moripe Stadium last Sunday. Bloemfontein Celtic […]

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