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Rondebosch East land clash: ‘We need a win-win solution’

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A roundup of the day’s news, including why private investment in STEM sector students is critical to secure the scarce skills the country needs, and unhappiness from the Rondebosch East community about land earmarked for a social housing development.

1 Oct 2024 6AM English South Africa Business News · Politics

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