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Another woman’s body was found near Blesbokspruit River in Kwathema, Ekurhuleni. Stock photo:

Another woman’s body found in Ekurhuleni

A sixth woman’s body has been found in Kwathema, Ekurhuleni, near the Blesbokspruit River

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The parcel was reportedly destined for the quarantine area accommodating members returning from the United Nations mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Marijuana parcel destined for SANDF quarantine area intercepted

The parcel was found to contain two packets of Doritos chips concealing two bags of the drug

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Four suspects were arrested after being found in possession of items believed to have been taken during looting on Wednesday evening in Witbank. Picture:

Man and nephew die after allegedly eating biscuits

Mpumalanga police have opened two inquest cases for investigation after a man and his nephew allegedly died after eating biscuits from a local spaza shop

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Gariep police have registered an inquest docket following the death of an 18-year-old male at a farm in Allemansdrift. Picture:

Teenager dies after allegedly falling into maize harvester blades

The youth slipped from harvester, fell into blades and got sucked into the maize bucket

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A 13-year-old girl was allegedly raped and impregnated by a 14-year-old relative living in the same household. Picture:

Boy, 14, allegedly rapes and impregnates relative, aged 13

Limpopo police confirm rape case has been transferred to the Makhado family violence, child protection and sexual offences unit for further investigation

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The families have identified the victims as Neo Kgomontsho, Neo Matjane, Buang Matjane, Tshwarelo Matjane and Bokang Makgatho.

Smiling for photos, then asleep forever more: Five youths die from suspected carbon monoxide inhalation

A thanksgiving and housewarming celebration on Saturday in Ga-Rankuwa turned tragic when five boys died after allegedly sleeping in a room with a coal braai stand to keep warm.

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Melany Viljoen, a former star of 'Real Housewives of Pretoria', and her husband Peet, whose crowdfunding for legal fees has been shut down. File image

Crowdfunding for Peet Viljoen legal fees shut down twice

Back-a-Buddy says donors who have already donated will be refunded.

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Vusimusi 'Cat' Matlala was due to appear at the Madlanga commission of inquiry on Tuesday. Picture:

‘Cat’ Matlala’s Madlanga commission testimony set for delay

Alleged criminal cartel member Vusimusi ‘Cat’ Matlala will not appear in person at the Madlanga commission of inquiry as expected on Tuesday

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Man narrowly escapes death in Mpumalanga restaurant shooting

CCTV footage shows gunman opening fire, patrons fleeing.

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The ticket was bought on February 5 2025 through the Absa banking app, using the quick pick selection method with a R600 wager.

Lotto winner claims R834,000 prize on final day after ignoring dozens of calls

A woman from the Western Cape narrowly avoided losing more than R834,000 in Lotto winnings after ignoring dozens of phone calls, arriving at an Ithuba office on the last day her ticket could legally be claimed.

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Limpopo premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba says the classification of a national disaster has come at a time when the extent of the damage to infrastructure is becoming visible to all.

Limpopo flood death toll reaches 18, search continues for five missing

The number of fatalities due to floods in Limpopo has now risen to 18, with five people still missing.

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Thirteen critically injured victims were transferred to Jubilee Hospital in Temba, Gauteng.

Two dead, nearly 50 hospitalised after lightning strike during festival in North West

Two people were killed when lightning struck a group of people during the Di Trupa festival in Mathibestad village in North West on Saturday.

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Nandipha Magudumana and Thabo Bester in court on August 8 2023. File photo.

High-profile criminal cases move closer to trial or judgment in 2026

Several major corruption and murder cases are set to progress in 2026

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Reports indicate that a 14-year-old girl went to a local hospital on December 18 for a medical examination and was found to be pregnant. File photo.

19-year-old charged with statutory rape after allegedly impregnating two minors

The man is alleged to have impregnated two girls aged 14 and 15.

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There were thousands of bathers on the beaches and in other aquatic environments.

Several drowning incidents reported at beaches around the country on New Year’s Day

Several drowning incidents were reported at beaches around the country on New Year’s Day, as thousands of people took to the water to welcome 2026.

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