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The recently restructured UmngeniUthukela Water Board has introduced its new members following the Cabinet’s approval on September 13, 2023. Water and Sanitation Minister Senzo Mchunu, accompanied by Deputy Minister Judith Tshabalala, met with the 12 newlyappointed board members in KwaZulu Natal to discuss their mandate. The board is composed of experts in Science, Engineering, Law, Accounting, and Finance, and is led by Advocate Vusi Khuzwayo as Chairperson and Ms. Noluthando Mkhize as Deputy Chairperson.

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Embark on a Culinary Adventure: Must-Try Food in Cape Town

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Cape Town is a city renowned for its diverse cultural background and breathtaking scenery. It has an abundance of cuisine choices that are bound to delight your taste buds. This article takes you on a culinary journey of Cape Town’s vibrant flavors, featuring timehonored classics and hidden gems.

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Counterfeiters Target Springbok Jerseys During Rugby Fever in South Africa

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Counterfeiters have attempted to take advantage of the rugby fever gripping South Africa by producing fake Springbok jerseys. However, in response, police raided a business premises in Brackenfell and confiscated dozens of counterfeit items. The South African Rugby Union (SARU) has also warned that legal action will be taken against companies infringing on its intellectual property (IP) rights.

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The Challenge of Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis

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Drugresistant tuberculosis (DRTB) is a growing global health threat, with high mortality rates, exorbitant treatment costs, and increased transmission risks. In 2021, there were approximately 450,000 DRTB cases reported worldwide, resulting in 191,000 deaths. South Africa has one of the highest DRTB burdens, but only half of the patients initiate treatment.

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The Cape Town Robbery Spree of 2015: A Tale of Crime and Justice

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In 2015, Cape Town witnessed a series of robberies that left its residents feeling uneasy and afraid. A group of six men including Vusi Mafu, Musa Mthembu, Kwanele Mayo, Xolisani Nenemba, Mthunzi Ncube, and Stanley Masuku targeted various stores and ATMs in the city, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake.

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The Fight for Fairness in Pesticide Exports: South African Women Speak Out

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In the town of Paarl, South Africa, around 200 women, mostly farmworkers, gathered to protest against Bayer, a European company. They demanded that the company stops exporting banned pesticides to South Africa. These women belonged to the Women on Farms Project (WFP), an organization that supports female farmworkers and farm dwellers in the Western Cape.

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A Family’s Donation to Little Brinks NPO Takes a Surprising Turn

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In the city of Cape Town, South Africa, a touching act of generosity towards a local children’s shelter resulted in a confusing situation for the shelter’s management. Katherine Brink, an expert in child care who manages the Little Brinks NPO, was taken aback by the family’s unexpected change of heart and the legal threats that followed.

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Search and Rescue Operation for Missing Swimmer in Cape Town

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A search and rescue operation is currently underway at Groot Wolfgat Beach, located between Monwabisi and Mnandi on the False Bay Coast in Cape Town, to locate a 35year old man who went missing while swimming with friends. The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) was alerted to the incident by the City of Cape Town Law Enforcement shortly after 1pm on Saturday.

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A Flourishing CBD: Property Investment in Cape Town Surges in 2022

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Cape Town’s Central Business District (CBD) saw a significant surge in property investment in 2022, totaling R3.5 billion across various sectors. The State of Cape Town Central City Report 2022 – A Year in Review (SCCR) highlighted the 22 property developments/redevelopments that took place last year, pointing to a clear path towards growth and stability in the postCOVID19 era.

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The Inspiring Journey of South African Surfing Legend Cass Collier

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Cass Collier is a towering figure in South African surfing. He rose to fame in the late 1990s as the first nonwhite surfer to win an international surfing title. Today, he is a triple Western Province Champion, a Big Wave World Surfing Champion, and one of the top surf coaches globally. His journey is nothing short of inspirational.

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