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Limpopo bus crash death toll standing at five

Bus accident on the N1 north outside Louis Trichardt. The death toll in a bus crash that occurred on the N1 outside Louis Trichardt in Limpopo now stands at five. Four people were declared dead at the scene, while a fifth person died in the hospital. Preliminary investigations by the Department of Transport indicate that…

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Fire breaks out at a chemical company in Germiston

[FILE IMAGE]: A firefighter truck. A fire broke out at a chemical company in Germiston, Ekurhuleni, this afternoon. The employees were evacuated from the premises and from other neighbouring companies. One person has sustained second-degree burns and is currently receiving medical treatment in the hospital. Ekurhuleni Disaster and Emergency Services Spokesperson, William Ntladi, says, “Currently,…

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Public sector unions mobilise against GEMS over 9.8% hike

National Union of Metalworkers (NUMSA) marching. Public sector unions are mobilising for nationwide protests against the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS). This follows a decision to hike membership contributions by 9.8% this year, with a minor adjustment to 9.5% slated for April. Federations, including Cosatu, Saftu, and Fedusa, believe the scheme has abandoned its mandate…

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Unions mobilise against GEMS over 9.8% hike

National Union of Metalworkers (NUMSA) marching. Public sector unions are mobilising for nationwide protests against the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS). This follows a decision to hike membership contributions by 9.8% this year, with a minor adjustment to 9.5% slated for April. Federations, including Cosatu, Saftu, and Fedusa, believe the scheme has abandoned its mandate…

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KZN raises alarms over rising lightning deaths in rural areas

Lighting strike. Disaster officials in KwaZulu-Natal say lightning deaths in rural communities are becoming a serious concern. Three people were killed by lightning in the Harry Gwala District this month during severe storms. A disaster management workshop for traditional leaders has been held in Pinetown, west of Durban. Disaster Management Spokesperson Bheki Phungula says the province loses an average…

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Limpopo traders cash in as Armed Forces Day brings influx of visitors

[File] South African National Defence Force (SANDF) soldiers parade. Local restaurants, catering services, and informal food vendors in Thohoyandou, Limpopo, say they are experiencing a steady rise in customers ahead of the Armed Forces Day celebrations on Saturday.   Transport operators and retail businesses are also benefiting from the influx of visitors.  Some entrepreneurs have welcomed the government’s decision to…

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