19 h. ago Western Cape Prepares Class Action for Riverlands Flood Victims

Western Cape Local Government MEC Anton Bredell has announced that preparations for a class action lawsuit on behalf of Riverlands flood victims are nearing completion. In August last year, severe floods impacted over 200 residents in Riverlands, a small farming community near Cape Town, following the collapse of four dam walls at a nearby farm… Read More »Western Cape Prepares Class Action for Riverlands Flood Victims The post Western Cape Prepares Class Action for Riverlands Flood Victims first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago KZN disaster management teams on high alert following weather warning

KZNl authorities warn residents to be cautious due to a level 4 rain warning.

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5 d. ago Zimbabweans continue to illegally cross Beitbridge in search of jobs

Some Zimbabweans smuggle goods they buy in South Africa across the Limpopo River.

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6 d. ago Floods in the NW could lead to job losses: Tourism Association

Many businesses had to evacuate the banks of the Vaal River, when it burst its banks.

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6 d. ago Residents call for more police on R37 after deadly Easter crashes

R37 locals urge police presence after 9 Easter deaths, blame speeding for deadly pedestrian crashes.

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7 d. ago Tourist helicopter crashes into Hudson River, killing six people

Tourist helicopter crashes into Hudson River in New York killing killing all six aboard.

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7 d. ago Residents along Vaal River in Bloemhof plead for help after flooding

Five radial gates have been opened at the Bloemhof Dam

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1 week ago Cape Town Grapples with Widespread Flooding as Severe Weather Hits

Heavy rainfall has led to significant flooding across Cape Town, impacting multiple neighborhoods and causing substantial disruptions. Areas such as Table View, Wynberg, and Parow have reported severe inundation, with numerous vehicles submerged and roadways rendered impassable. The City’s Disaster Risk Management spokesperson, Charlotte Powell, indicated that the Disaster Operations Centre has received numerous reports… Read More »Cape Town Grapples with Widespread Flooding as Severe Weather Hits The post Cape Town Grapples with Widespread Flooding as Severe Weather Hits first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Soweto residents march for justice, want action in learner rape case

The march began at a Mall with women making up the majority of the protesters

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1 week ago Vaal River Flooding Crisis: Business Owners Demand Action as Evacuations Threaten Livelihoods

As water levels surge past dangerous thresholds, business owners along the Vaal River are speaking out, demanding action from the government to protect their livelihoods. On Sunday, the Department of Water and Sanitation opened a fifth sluice gate at the Vaal Dam, raising fears of widespread destruction. The move comes after the dam reached a… Read More »Vaal River Flooding Crisis: Business Owners Demand Action as Evacuations Threaten Livelihoods The post Vaal River Flooding Crisis: Business Owners Demand Action as Evacuations Threaten Livelihoods first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup

DRC President Felix Tshisekedi commuted the death sentences of three Americans convicted of participating in a failed coup attempt to life imprisonment, days ahead of a high-level US delegation visit. The men—Marcel Malanga, Tyler Thompson Jr., and Benjamin Reuben Zalman-Polun—were among 37 convicted after attempting to storm the presidential palace and the residence of politician… Read More »Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup The post Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Khunotswane residents struggle as floods worsen, plead for help

The community is calling for urgent intervention from the relevant authorities

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2 w. ago Tshwane Mayor warns residents to brace themselves for tariff hikes

The City of Tshwane is struggling to increase its revenue collection.

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2 w. ago Residents in KwaDukuza want a councillor that ensures basic services

Residents braved rainy weather to cast their votes.

Politics

2 w. ago Transport Minister asked to waive toll fees at Oribi Toll Plaza

Residents have had to use the N2 and pay toll fees to travel to town, which is R40 for cars.

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2 w. ago Uitenhage residents decry impact of Matanzima road bridge collapse

The alternative route is a gravel road which deteriorates the state of the vehicles.

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2 w. ago Kariega residents decry impact of Matanzima road bridge collapse

The alternative route is a gravel road which deteriorates the state of the vehicles.

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2 w. ago Ratepayers oppose eThekwini’s proposed R2.8 million rebranding plan

The proposal has been met with opposition, particularly from organisations representing residents.

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2 w. ago KZN govt finds land to build houses for flood displaced families

Permanent houses for the flood victims will be built on seven parcels of land in KZN.

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2 w. ago Hammanskraal residents say have no hope of getting clean water

Hammanskraal residents have endured nearly 20 years without clean drinkable water.

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