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Revamp of city building an example for SA

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Pretoria - The TAU building in Pretoria was once notorious for housing underage prostitutes -but the building has now become a shining example for the rest of South Africa after a R30 million make over.

SA fans favourite World Cup moments

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Durban - The 2010 FIFA World Cup has done so much for South Africa but on a personal level for fans, it has left them with some great memories.

Bloem abuzz ahead of Bafana game

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Pretoria - The usually laid back Bloemfontein is alive with activity as thousands flock to the city to watch the historic game between Bafana Bafana and former world champions France this afternoon.

Women must fight to be heard- Bannister

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Durban - Difficult decisions had to be made leading up to the 2010 FIFA World Cup and the Deputy Head of the Strategic Planning Unit at the eThekwini Municipality Sue Bannister had to make some of them.

World Cup a success story for SA - Jordaan

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Pretoria - As the 2010 FIFA World Cup quickly approaches the half-way mark, initial glitches have been ironed out and the competition is progressing magnificently, says the CEO of the Local Organising Committee, Danny Jordaan.

Mangaung ready for Bafana, France clash

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Pretoria - All the logistical arrangements are in place in the City of Roses, to ensure that fans who have thronged there to watch the all-important clash between Bafana Bafana and France this afternoon, enjoy a great world cup experience.

Last minute 2010 ticket rush

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Pretoria - Local soccer crazy fans who have still not bought their tickets for the upcoming world cup spectacle will get one last chance to purchase their tickets this week.

Zuma praises churches' role

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Pretoria - Faith based organisations have a positive and constructive role in ensuring effective change in the lives of poor people, says President Jacob Zuma.

Cape shows first signs of World Cup economic success

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Cape Town - Initial surveys and research show that Cape Town restaurants, informal traders, hotels and shopping malls are experiencing better than usual business over the winter period, as foreign football fans are flocking to the city for the biggest soccer tourney

Women celebrate achievements, milestones

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Durban - On the eve of Women's Day, four women share their desires with BuaNews and reflect on what is most important to them as women across the country celebrate their achievements, Kemantha Govender reports.

2010 KZN inspections continue

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Durban - KwaZulu-Natal was once again under the microscope as assessments for the province's readiness to host seven matches during the 2010 FIFA World Cup continued.

Home Affairs joins calls to rally behind Bafana

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Pretoria - Home Affairs Minister, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, has joined the call by President Jacob Zuma, Madiba, the nation and the African continent to rally behind Bafana Bafana in their critical final Group A match against France this afternoon.