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Severe flooding in Limpopo villages: rescue boats amid muddy waters, damaged homes and roads under stormy skies.
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Heavy rains trigger severe flooding in Limpopo and Mpumalanga

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Persistent heavy rains from Mozambique have caused devastating floods in Limpopo and Mpumalanga, leading to at least 11 deaths, widespread infrastructure damage, and community isolations. President Cyril Ramaphosa visited affected areas in Limpopo, while Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa plans an assessment in Mpumalanga. Search efforts continue for missing individuals amid ongoing rescue operations.

A collision on the R81 road near Kotishing outside Polokwane in Limpopo has claimed three lives and left one person critically injured. The road is temporarily closed to traffic, with one vehicle bursting into flames after the crash.

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Conjoined twin boys born in January at Mankweng Hospital outside Polokwane have been successfully separated by surgeons. Limpopo Premier Phophi Ramathuba praised the team led by Pediatric Surgeon Dr Nyaweleni Tshifularo for the complex procedure. The twins are in stable condition and recovering in the neonatal ICU.

In the Polokwane High Court, the defence lawyer for a man accused of murdering his wife has claimed that police planted the firearm found at his home to incriminate him. Fannie Seribishane faces charges related to the October 2024 shooting of nurse Mumsy Seribishane outside Lebowakgomo Hospital. The lawyer is seeking an acquittal for her client.

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Tributes have continued to pour in following the death of Dikeledi Magadzi, a former African National Congress National Executive Committee member and Member of Parliament. Magadzi passed away on Sunday at the age of 75 after serving in key government roles. Family and party members have highlighted her significant contributions to politics and labour unions.

Heavy rains have forced the closure of the R33 road in Modimolle, Limpopo, as low-lying bridges overflow. Disaster management officials are warning drivers to avoid crossing flooded areas. The weather service forecasts continued disruptive rains and potential flooding in the region.

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More than 58,000 drivers in Limpopo have not renewed their expired licenses, according to the provincial transport department. Spokesperson Tidimalo Chuene is calling on them to do so by the end of November. Motorists are also advised to check vehicle roadworthiness ahead of the festive season.

 

 

 

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