Tag: disaster

Why the Zimbabwe disaster matters to South Africa

South Africa cannot afford to ignore Zimbabwe’s freefall into economic and social…

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Emfuleni sewerage disaster continues despite multiple contractors being paid millions

Two contractors were paid a combined R47 million with a further R155…

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R1.44bn sent to municipalities for disaster relief across five provinces

Cogta minister Velenkosini Hlabisa highlighted concerns regarding how municipalities manage disaster relief…

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1985 Westdene bus disaster: A day even heroes can’t forget

The tragedy left a lasting impact on families, rescuers, and the community,…

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Honouring the heroes of the 1985 Westdene bus disaster

From teenagers to bystanders, their heroic efforts saved many lives. The Westdene…

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KZN disaster teams on high alert following level 5 flood warning

KZN residents have been advised to avoid all non-essential travel and remain…

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Chaos erupts at protest for Greece rail disaster victims

A peaceful protest demanding justice for Greece’s rail tragedy victims turned violent…

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Health experts warn of ‘huge disaster’ as USAID terminates Pepfar HIV funding in SA

Heath experts said the funding freeze could reverse 25 years of progress…

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Maresca says transfer speculation a ‘disaster’ for Chelsea

A number of players have been linked with moves away from Stamford…

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Disaster management teams on high alert after heavy rains leave two dead in KZN

Provincial disaster management teams are on standby following a level 2 warning…

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