GNFS contains domestic fire at Denkyira Nyinawusu
Firefighters from the Diaso Fire Station have contained a domestic fire that broke out at Denkyira Nyinawusu in the Central Region, preventing the blaze from spreading to other parts of the house.
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Germany Announces Measures Against Russia Over Leipzig Airport Drone Incident
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GBVF shelters face funding strain as national Indaba approaches
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Trump aides seek 'quiet' in Iran war but say attacks may intensify after November elections
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IFP calls for probe into murder of KZN councillor
IFP has called on police to investigate the motive for the murder of councillor Khethelo Mdluli.
