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The A–Z of Artists Weekend — brought to you by Trojan Trading

Posted by Mileanne Kabwe on  3 September 2026
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Category: Music
  From A to Z, the world of music is packed with artists who have given us unforgettable songs, iconic moments and some seriously memorable playlists. This weekend, Smile FM is taking you on a musical journey through the alphabet. Starting with A and moving through B, C, D, and E, all the way to X, Y, and Z, we’ll celebrate artists from every corner of the music world. Think you know who belongs at

Drunk Driving Crackdown: Zero Alcohol Limit Planned

Posted by Loushe Jordaan-Gilbert on  3 September 2026
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Category: News
  Transport Minister Barbara Creecy says government is taking steps to introduce a zero-percent blood alcohol limit for drivers in South Africa.   The proposed change forms part of government’s efforts to reduce drunk driving and the number of people killed on the country’s roads.   Creecy says amendments are being prepared to Section 65 of the National Road Traffic Act, which deals with driving under the influence of alcohol and other substances. The aim
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Fake Teaching Jobs Cost Victims R2 800

Posted by Loushe Jordaan-Gilbert on  3 September 2026
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Category: News
  The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) is warning unemployed and aspiring teachers to be vigilant after a job scam targeting educators resurfaced.   Several schools have recently reported WhatsApp messages falsely claiming that permanent teaching posts are available. The messages allegedly appear to come from district officials or school principals and may use the officials’ names and photographs to appear legitimate.   The WCED says teachers are told they have been selected for a

UPDATE: NSRI confirms discovery after men swept out to sea in Strand

Posted by Caitlin Maledo on  3 September 2026
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Category: News
    The National Sea Rescue Institute has confirmed that the body of one of the men who disappeared at Strand Beach on Wednesday has washed up near Lourens River on Thursday morning.   Spokesperson Craig Lambinon advised that the man was declared deceased on the scene, and his body was taken into the care of Police and Government Health Forensic Pathology Services.   “On Thursday morning, 3 September, NSRI Gordons Bay were alerted to
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SA facing festive season spending slump as consumers feel the pinch

Posted by Liesl Smit on  3 September 2026
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  South African consumers could face a more subdued festive season as rising fuel prices, inflation and the prospect of higher interest rates put further pressure on household finances.   Independent economist John Loos says the lack of progress towards resolving the US-Iran conflict and resulting elevated oil prices are adding to the financial pressure on South African households.   Loos says this could lead to slower economic and household disposable income growth heading into