South Africa
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Makhanda heads to the polls with water, sewage and audits unresolved
As Makhanda prepares to vote, residents are faced with pressing issues such as water shortages, sewage problems, and unresolved audits.
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South Africa
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Makhanda Residents Face Crucial Decision as Local Government Elections Approach
Makhanda residents to choose new council amid economic strain and service delivery challenges
South Africa
3 min
Makana roadshow helps informal businesses apply for R50 000 support
Makana Municipality and Department of Economic Development host roadshow to help informal businesses access equipment support.
South Africa
3 min
Local Clubs Absent from Nedbank Cup Preliminary Round
Local clubs in South Africa's Hollywoodbets Regional League did not participate in the Nedbank Cup preliminary round due to a dispute over the region's structure and leadership.
South Africa
4 min
Makhanda Creatives Unite for Night of Local Sounds
Local musicians and poets come together for a night of soulful music and performances in Makhanda.
South Africa
3 min
South Africa's Education Department Prepares for 2026 Matric Final Exams
South Africa's Department of Basic Education outlines preparations for 2026 National Senior Certificate exams, with 962,832 candidates registered.
South Africa
3 min
Nigeria Confirms First Ebola Case as Outbreak Spreads Across Africa
Nigeria records its first Ebola case, a woman who traveled from Uganda to Abuja, as the outbreak spreads across Africa.
South Africa
3 min
Makana Municipality Faces Financial Crisis, Warns Expert
Makana Municipality may collapse in three years if it doesn't increase spending on repairs and maintenance, says finance expert Owen Skae.
South Africa
3 min
Musk's Plan to Give SpaceX Shares to US Children Sparks Debate
Elon Musk plans to give one SpaceX share to every child in America, sparking concerns about brand loyalty and tax benefits.
South Africa
3 min
South African Court Ruling Sparks Surge in Anti-Foreigner Posts Online
A narrow court ruling in South Africa has led to a significant increase in anti-foreigner posts online, with many carrying false claims about citizenship and voting rights.
South Africa
3 min
UK school reverses no-contact policy after parent and student backlash
A UK school has scrapped its no physical contact policy following criticism from parents and pupils who claimed students were being punished for innocent actions like hugging or high-fivi...
South Africa
3 min
Nigeria Confirms Ebola Case Matching DR Congo Strain
Nigeria confirms Ebola case matching DR Congo strain, marking the spread of the disease to a fourth African country.