Eastern Cape

Police in the Eastern Cape discovered the bodies of three men, aged 35 to 44, with gunshot wounds near a bridge in Tholeni Location outside Butterworth. A community member found the bodies early Tuesday morning, but the motive remains unclear and no arrests have been made. Authorities have deployed a team of detectives to investigate the triple murder.

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In the ongoing trial for the Lusikisiki mass murder, a defense lawyer has accused a state witness of contradicting himself during cross-examination. The case involves six men charged with killing 18 people in September 2024. The proceedings are taking place at the Mthatha High Court sitting in Lusikisiki.

The Eastern Cape Agriculture Department has imposed a 30-day restriction on animal movement across the province, except for slaughter, following confirmation of a foot-and-mouth disease case in Amahlathi Local Municipality. Suspected cases have also been reported in other areas, with affected farms placed under quarantine.

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The Eastern Cape Transport Department is optimistic about maintaining a decline in road fatalities through the holiday season. Officials report fewer deaths compared to the previous year amid heightened traffic. Enhanced roadblocks and enforcement aim to curb risky behaviors like speeding and hit-and-runs.

Young athletes in South Africa's Eastern Cape are achieving impressive performances, but substandard stadiums mean their records cannot be officially recognised. Parents and officials express frustration over the lack of compliant facilities in Nelson Mandela Bay. Despite this, the athletes have qualified for national championships.

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The Eastern Cape has become the first province in South Africa to launch a dedicated Oceans Economy Satellite Account, a data-driven blueprint detailing its maritime potential. This initiative highlights opportunities in shipping, fishing, tourism, and offshore gas exploration, while emphasizing sustainable development and job creation.