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The Independent on Saturday (IOS) is entertaining, informative and sporty. It's the most popular, must read English Saturday newspaper in KwaZulu-Natal. It's your guide to being up to date and having fun, whether you are staying in or going out. It's the perfect way to start the weekend, it's a case of “Miss the IOS, miss the weekend”.

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