EC police recover military-grade assault rifles used in Lusikisiki mass shooting
Two more suspects arrested and military-grade rifles recovered in connection with the Lusikisiki mass shooting that claimed 18 lives.
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Lusikisiki mass shooting manhunt ends with four suspects arrested
Four suspects in the Lusikisiki mass shooting have been arrested following swift police action and community assistance.
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King Phalo Airport flights resume on Wednesday, 9 October 2024
Flights at King Phalo Airport have resumed after weather conditions improved. Here’s everythign you need to know.
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Lusikisiki mass shooting latest updates: Suspect expected in court
Lusikisiki mass shooting update: One suspect to appear in court following arrests linked to the tragic incident that claimed 18 lives.
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King Phalo Airport flights grounded on Tuesday, 8 October 2024 – Here’s the latest
All flights at King Phalo Airport have been grounded due to poor weather, causing delays. Here are the latest updates.
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Eastern Cape police make breakthrough in Lusikisiki mass shooting
Three suspects in the Lusikisiki mass shooting that killed 18 people have been arrested. A fourth suspect is still at large. Court appearance set for Monday.
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Lusikisiki mass shooting: Two-month-old child survives horror bloodshed
A two-month-old child survived a mass shooting in Lusikisiki that left 17 dead, including 15 women. Here’s everything we know so far.
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Alize van der Merwe found alive after horror kidnapping ordeal
Alize van der Merwe was found alive after her kidnappers dropped her off at an Eastern Cape police station. Here’s how the ordeal unfolded.
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SACAA places restriction on FlySafair East London flights
FlySafair flights to and from East London face delays due to severe weather and ATNS restrictions.
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‘Dalinzolo Mareke was not a traditional leader’, AbaThembu kingdom confirms
AbaThembu kingdom clarifies that Dalinzolo Mareke was not a traditional leader. Mareke was killed during a police shootout amid suspicions of extortion involvement.
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Mthatha primary school defies extortionists and reopens on Wednesday
The school was shut down last week after a group of individuals stormed the premises, demanding that the funds from a network tower located on the school’s property be deposited into their accounts.
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SAPS beefs up resources to tackle extortion in Mthatha
In response to the escalating incidents of extortion, SAPS has deployed multidisciplinary teams to Mthatha and other parts of the Eastern Cape.
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Gqeberha primary school rocked by brazen armed robbery [video]
The robbery took place during a school award ceremony, with four suspects armed with firearms entering the premises and causing chaos.
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Fatal crash on N2 between Mthatha and Dutywa kills six
Preliminary reports suggest a head-on collision between two vehicles, but this is yet to be confirmed.
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Peddie mom due in court for burning toddler to death
A mother from Peddie is due in court for allegedly killing her two-year-old son by setting him on fire.
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Heavy snow forces road closures in these parts of Eastern Cape
Heavy snow has forced the closure of Barkly Pass in the Eastern Cape, with authorities monitoring other mountain passes for potential disruptions.
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Snowfall expected in these Eastern Cape areas on Thursday, 4 July 2024
Snowfall is expected over several high-lying areas, significantly impacting transportation and daily activities.
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Eastern Cape floods claim more lives, weather forecast for Tuesday, 4 June 2024
Thousands of residents have been evacuated, and emergency operations are ongoing to ensure the safety of those still at risk.
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Eastern Cape floods: Latest updates, road closures, weather forecast
Two people have died, and several others are missing due to severe flooding in the Eastern Cape.
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Two taxi bosses arrested for inciting Mthatha riots
The arrests took place on Thursday, 30 May 2024, as part of an intensive investigation by the police, who have been working tirelessly to restore law and order in Mthatha.
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Bantu Holomisa: UDM leader caught in voting mishap at Mthatha Town Hall
UDM leader Bantu Holomisa experienced a voting mishap at Mthatha Town Hall but eventually cast his vote.
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SA elections 2024: Voting in Keiskammahoek halted by land protests
Voting at Wolf River Primary School in Keiskammahoek was halted due to local protests over unresolved land claims.
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Mthatha taxi riots: Airport reopened, transport services to resume
Mthatha Airport and transport services will resume on Tuesday, 28 May 2024, following taxi-related riots.
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Mthatha taxi protests: Roads motorists must avoid on Monday, 27 May 2024
Tensions remain palpable in Mthatha as SAPS issue a warning for commuters and motorists to avoid these routes, on Monday.
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Mthatha shutdown on Monday, 27 May 2024: Here are the latest updates
The N2 and R61 highways near Mthatha in the Eastern Cape remained blocked by protesting taxi operators on Monday, 27 May 2024
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Fears of 2023 riots mount as protests break out in Motherwell
Protests have erupted in Motherwell, raising fears of a repeat of the 2023 riots. Here are the latest updates.
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Willowvale mass shooting kills eight, including eight-year-old child
A mass shooting in Willowvale has left eight people dead, including an eight-year-old child, with suspects still at large.
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Two suspects questioned over the brutal dismemberment of Eastern Cape woman
Police have questioned two suspects, including an ex-boyfriend, in connection with the brutal dismemberment of Eastern Cape woman Uluntu Stuurman.
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NHI(re) Us: Eastern Cape health workers picket for permanent posts [video]
As the NHI Bill promises healthcare for all, Eastern Cape health workers protest for promised job security.
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Ceramic pot discovered at Kagga Karma Nature Reserve could be 2,000 years old
An archaeological find at Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve uncovered a ceramic pot, believed to be from the Khoekhoen culture, dating back up to 2,000 years.