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@dispatchlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:23:18
Double delight for Iinyathi as men and women clinch crucial wins
There were smiles in Border Cricket at the weekend as the (https://Dispatch.co.za)Eastern Cape Iinyathi menâ s and womenâ s (https://Dispatch.co.za) teams attained a rare feat of both being on the winning side of their respective competitions. The euphoria started on Friday as the menâ s senior team kept their hopes alive of making it to the Super Eight of the ProCup.
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@dispatchlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:23:37
Victory over Chippa just what the doctor ordered for Kruger
Kruger United head coach Abram Mongoya said their 1-0 victory over Chippa United fitted perfectly into their plans to come back strongly after the Fifa break (https://Dispatch.co.za). The PSL newbies had made a shaky start to their debut campaign in the top flight, though the coach said there had been some progress.
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dailydispatch.co.za
@dispatchlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:38:10
How a minimarket owner turned a crisis into an award-winning franchise
When the pandemic disrupted his long-standing wholesale food venture in East London, William Davidson transformed a major business crisis into a flourishing opportunity. By opening a neighbourhood retail outlet within his existing footprint, Davidson tapped into strong community demand and launched OK MiniMark Vincent in 2022. Now an award-winning franchise co-run with his son James, the store pairs the immense supply power of the Shoprite Group with independent, community-first values. With future expansion in sight, Davidson has proven that resilience and personal service remain the cornerstone of retail success.
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@dispatchlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:43:30
Action, stunts, and stardom: Tim Theron takes the lead in Deon Meyer thriller 'Invisible'
In M-Net's high-octane television series Invisible, South African actor and producer Tim Theron steps into the shoes of Martin Dekker, a reserved and lethal bodyguard adapted from Deon Meyerâ s acclaimed novel Blood Safari. Taking on a character entirely contrary to his outgoing personality, Theron delivers a gritty performance while also steering the eight-part production behind the camera. Speaking at the show's launch in Camps Bay, Theron shared insights into the demanding physical stunts, his enduring partnership with Meyer, and the experience of starring alongside international talent like Abbie Cornish and Dougray Scott while highlighting local industry prowess.
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@dispatchlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:36:08
Port St Johns mall delay blamed on infighting
A proposed R253m shopping mall in Port St Johns has become a source of anger among residents, who blame infighting among ANC councillors for stalling the long-awaited development. Residents said that despite the Port St Johns Local Municipality giving a private developer the go-ahead more than a year ago, construction had yet to begin.
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@dispatchlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:27:36
Centane great-gran in line to become worldâ s oldest living person at 118
Centane great-grandmother Nowanele Yucu Mvuza is on the verge of making global history as she celebrates her 118th birthday on October 24. Having survived two world wars, the Cold War, and four decades of apartheid, Mvuza is now the subject of an official Guinness World Records bid launched by the Amathole District Municipality to verify her status as the worldâ s oldest living person. Though she is now bedridden and facing deteriorating health, her family cherishes her enduring legacy of resilience, natural remedies, and a lifelong devotion to traditional foods such as umfino. As local officials prepare to celebrate this extraordinary milestone with her, her community hopes the international spotlight will also bring much-needed infrastructure improvements to their rural Eastern Cape village.
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@dispatchlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:31:59
R54m still needed to complete stalled Water World development
The Buffalo City Metro Development Agency needs an estimated R54m and 18 months to complete the stalled Water World Fun Park, which has already absorbed R121m and is under investigation by the Special Investigating Unit.
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theherald.co.za
@heraldlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:13:39
Budget statement to headline economic week
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is set to present the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement, detailing the country's economic outlook, debt trajectory, and public spending plans at a pivotal juncture for South Africa.
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@heraldlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:23:18
Double delight for Iinyathi as men and women clinch crucial wins
There were smiles in Border Cricket at the weekend as the (https://Dispatch.co.za)Eastern Cape Iinyathi menâ s and womenâ s (https://Dispatch.co.za) teams attained a rare feat of both being on the winning side of their respective competitions. The euphoria started on Friday as the menâ s senior team kept their hopes alive of making it to the Super Eight of the ProCup.
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@heraldlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:23:37
Victory over Chippa just what the doctor ordered for Kruger
Kruger United head coach Abram Mongoya said their 1-0 victory over Chippa United fitted perfectly into their plans to come back strongly after the Fifa break (https://Dispatch.co.za). The PSL newbies had made a shaky start to their debut campaign in the top flight, though the coach said there had been some progress.
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dailydispatch.co.za
@dispatchlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:13:39
Budget statement to headline economic week
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is set to present the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement, detailing the country's economic outlook, debt trajectory, and public spending plans at a pivotal juncture for South Africa.
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@dispatchlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:17:37
Nzimande champions innovation at ELIDZ
Science, technology & innovation Minister Blade Nzimande has called for deeper collaboration between government, industry, and academia to turn research into tangible economic value during a visit to the East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ). Nzimande highlighted that Special Economic Zones must drive modern productivity by accelerating the adoption of advanced manufacturing, robotics, and artificial intelligence among local suppliers. Established in 2014, the ELIDZ Science and Technology Park stands as South Africa's only fully integrated innovation park within a Special Economic Zone. With initiatives spanning prototyping, skills development, and digital incubation, leaders emphasise that these partnerships are critical for empowering young South Africans to build the industries of tomorrow.
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