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First published Nov 12, 2026, 12:53:16 AM UTC · Last updated Nov 12, 2026, 12:53:16 AM UTC

O.R. Tambo invests R79m in disaster response centre

A disaster management centre costing R79 million has opened in Libode, Eastern Cape. The facility is intended to strengthen preparedness and emergency response across the district.

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Illustrative image: Map showing the OR Tambo District Municipality higlighted within Eastern Cape. — Wayne Dam ( User:Waynedam )/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.5

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