The rise of text abbreviations in South Africa: insights from Google search data

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Discover how South Africans are embracing text abbreviations in digital communication, as revealed by Google search data for 2025. This analysis uncovers the most ...

Why Africa's Ubuntu philosophy is changing how the world measures happiness

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While Finland tops the World Happiness Report 2025 for the eighth consecutive year, it's Africa's Ubuntu philosophy that's revolutionizing our understanding of happiness. ...

Tragedy at Postmasburg dam: Body of drowning victim recovered

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A 21-year-old man who drowned at Kareepan Dam in Postmasburg on Sunday was recovered on Tuesday morning by SAPS search teams, with the police now investigating the ...

Why SA couples are delaying marriage for financial independence

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While marriage patterns are evolving, so too are divorce trends. Stats SA recorded 20,196 completed divorce forms in 2022, a 10. 9% increase from the previous year. ...

Experience luxury at CTIJF 2025: where world-class jazz meets exclusive hospitality

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Join us for the Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2025, where world-class performances meet unparalleled hospitality, making it a must-attend event for jazz ...

Little Stars Daycare hosts family day

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Little Stars Daycare from Eastridge brought families together for a day of sports, dancing and community bonding at Westridge Gardens.

Artisan Entrepreneurs Given A Boost through Imara SMME Fund

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Derived from the Kiswahili words for “strength” and “resilience,” IMARA transcends the traditional definition of a fund, it stands as a lifeline for South Africa’s ...

HONOR Magic7 Pro Goes the Distance with AI Super Zoom

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AI-Powered Photography is Changing the Way We Experience Live Events.

Diamond dust and drugs: Illegal mining crackdown nets 11 arrests in Northern Cape

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A weekend sweep across illegal mining hot spots in the Northern Cape led to the arrest of 11 suspects and the confiscation of an assortment of mining tools, diamond-bearing ...

Jonathan Butler honoured by Stellenbosch University

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Butler was honoured for his musical influence and contributions to arts and culture as a composer, songwriter and performer, and his dedication to creating platforms ...

Kimberley learner to represent SA at youth science competition in China

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Kimberley’s Cady de Koker, a Grade 11 learner at Northern Cape High School, will represent South Africa at the prestigious Beijing Youth Science Creation Competition ...

Weather shifts gears: 39% increase in motor vehicle accidents

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"Speeding not only increases the likelihood of incidents, but also reduces reaction time, making it more difficult to avoid hazards. "

General Masemola backs police in fight against escalating criminal violence

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Amid a surge in violent crime, South African Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola defends police officers and calls for community support, revealing alarming ...

‘SA will end TB with or without US’

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About 270 000 people were in 2023 diagnosed with TB. Of those, 56 000 lives were lost, which translates to 153 people every day.

Ocean View ECD Forum hosts sports day

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Fun was had by all during the Ocean View Early Childhood Development Forum's sports day earlier this month.

Budding Ottery ballers set sights on Madrid

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Two Ottery boys Zac Wallace, 16, and Matthew Barends, 18, have been working hard to realise their dream to take part in the MadCup Football Tournament in Madrid, ...

Pelican Park pupils and peers discuss human rights

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Pelican Park High School “proudly” hosted its inaugural Human Rights Day programme, led by the Child Rights Ambassadors of the Western Cape. Acting principal Shariefa ...

Pavement play focuses on mental health

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Actor Bradley Williams, and Bradwin Daniels, both community youth leaders, joined Sharon Assembly of God who hosted a motivational open air day, in Peter Charles ...

Grassy Park CPF advocates collaboration to solve crime

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Grassy Park community policing forum (CPF) and Grassy Park South African Police Services (SAPS) in partnership with the Mitchell's Plain Sub-district CPF hosted ...

Police recover illegal guns and ammo

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Police officers recovered two firearms and ammunition which resulted in the arrest of two suspects.

City's homegrown talent takes centre stage at jazz fest

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Among the stellar line-up of artists at this year's Cape Town International Jazz Festival are two acts that embody the rich musical heritage and forward-thinking ...

Cape Ballet Africa presents Breathwords

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Breathwords features two choreographies by Dutch and Spanish creators respectively, presented alongside an expanded version of Reverie.

Varsity Esports Tournament: Calling All University Gamers!

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The wait is over! Mettlestate, in partnership with ASEM, is bringing South African university esports enthusiasts a brand new tournament.

Bench honours Harry Belafonte

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Kind Heart Bench dedicated to star.

DPSA Pelican Park members enjoy 5km Things on Wheels

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Disabled People of South Africa (DPSA), Pelican Park branch, attended the 5km "Things on Wheels"