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Government probes ‘rotten egg’ smell across Gauteng

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment says it is investigating reports of a "rotten egg" smell affecting several parts of Gauteng. The department believes the sulphurous odour is most likely caused by hydrogen sulphide - a gas commonly produced during the breakdown of organic matter and certain industrial processes. Residents in Johannesburg and Ekurhuleni have taken to social media to complain about the smell, with many describing it […]

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Joburg City manager vows accountability after deadly Ormonde collapse

Johannesburg City Manager, Floyd Brink, says lawlessness will not be tolerated as investigations continue into the deadly two-storey building collapse in Ormonde, south of Johannesburg. Nine people were killed in the tragedy, while three others were injured and remain in hospital. Speaking at the site on Tuesday, Brink said the focus has now shifted to how the land was acquired, whether the building was legally approved, and whether inspectors fulfilled […]

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