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Cape Town in the news: Boy killed, girl injured by stray bullets during Cape Town land invasion: Two children, aged 8 and 12, were hit by stray bullets during a violent housing protest in Elsies River on Monday.: “Cape Town” – BingNews Hunt for suspects after Elsies River boy, 8, dies from bullet meant for …
Cape Town in the news: Dance works created during lockdown for JOMBA!: Four dance-makers from Africa and Europe present works created during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown in their various countries.: “Cape Town” – BingNews PETER BRUCE: The day Ramaphosa finally stopped listening to the merchants of doom: Even so, here’s my advice: if you smoke …
SA’s natural deaths spike during the COVID-19 pandemic: A South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) report has revealed that by the second week of July, the country had recorded 17 000 excess natural deaths. : SAnews – South African News Gabisile Empowering a nation: South Africa like many countries around the world, dipped its toes …
Cape Town in the news: ndd’s New Inline Filters Offer Additional Protection Against COVID-19 During Lung Function Tests: COVID-19 has massively impacted healthcare systems and there is growing research into lung function post-infection. To conduct this research and other critical testing during the pandemic, safety is …: “Cape Town” – BingNews New report destroys govt’s …
Tips to boost your immune system during COVID-19: While there is no one specific treatment or preventative measure against COVID-19, a Johannesburg based doctor is advising people to stick to a healthy diet, good rest and exercising within the limits of regulations. : SAnews – South African News Gabisile SANAC addresses COVID-19, HIV and TB …
Cape Town in the news: If you appplied online for vehicle licence renewal during lockdown it’s expired: If you applied online for a licence before 26 March you may collect at the traffic department licence centres reopening on 9 June.: “Cape Town” – BingNews Comitis has ‘no doubt’ that Nodada will end up in Europe: …
Report police brutality during lockdown at nearest station: The public may now report any police brutality during lockdown at their nearest police station. : SAnews – South African News Gabisile SA ushers in winter with snow: Temperatures have dropped significantly at the start of the week, with the South African Weather Service predicting snow in …
Cape Town in the news: SAB proposes solutions for selling booze during Level 3: The South African Breweries has appealed to government to consider allowing for sufficient alcohol sales channels.: “Cape Town” – BingNews Alex Ferguson’s the best manager I played under, says Robin van Persie: Writing in Louis van Gaal’s book, Robin van Persie …
Keeping persons with disabilities safe during COVID-19: Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Maite Nkoana-Mashabane, has appealed to South Africans to create a partnership that can work towards the protection and safety of persons with disabilities. : SAnews – South African News Priscilla R513 million relief fund for SMMEs: The …
MyPR: TOKARA opens “Deli Essentials” for farm-fresh produce during the lockdown: Stock up on TOKARA’s wholesome farm-fresh produce and freshly baked goods at TOKARA Deli Essentials open daily for the duration of the lockdown on this landmark Stellenbosch Wine and Olive Estate. While the normal Restaurant and Deli operations remain closed, the easing of the …
MyPR: 10 MORE activities for couples during lockdown: For the next few weeks, many couples will be spending time together during the lockdown. Not only will routines be disrupted, but staying indoors can make it challenging to find ways to spend this time together without getting caught up in-between work and chores. As part of …
MyPR: Alternative Dispute Resolutions, a solution to your legal matters during lockdown: With the courts only open for the hearing of urgent applications or matters relating to violations of liberty, domestic violence, maintenance and matters involving children during the Covid-19 lockdown period, now more than ever finding alternative methods of resolving disputes and managing your …
Cape Town in the news: Cape coastlines being looked after during lockdown: CapeNature reserve staff are working closely with the police to ensure that coastlines and marine protected areas are monitored during the lockdown.: “Cape Town” – BingNews Gordhan: Government opposed to liquidation of SAA: Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan told a Parliamentary committee that …
Safeguarding consumers & local businesses during COVID-19 pandemic: It comes as no surprise that at a time when the country finds itself at its most vulnerable, there will be companies and individuals that will take the opportunity to profiteer for their own gain and take advantage of the current state of national disaster, finding ways …
MyPR: Taking care of your tyres during and post-COVID-19 Lockdown: Turn your tyre to the side to check the tread Photo: Wayne Smith With the COVID-19 lockdown well underway, you would be forgiven for not having given the condition of your vehicle’s tyres a second thought. If you are not an essential worker and required …
MyPR: COVID-19 And Cardiovascular Health: The Role Of The Heart And Stroke Foundation South Africa During A Local And Global Crisis: Our generally positive outlook on life, despite certain economic barriers, changed overnight with the realization that the coronavirus was literally causing havoc around the world. On 29th March 2020 it was reported that, globally, …
MyPR: Plastics Industry Shows Its Support For Waste Pickers During COVID-19 Lockdown: South Africa has close to 60 000i waste pickers who play a substantial role in the country’s waste management industry. As part of the country’s informal waste sector, they help recover recyclables from household waste streams, as well as waste materials sent to …
Cape Town in the news: Patel explains why hot food can’t be sold during lockdown: Bonteheuwel, South Africa A general view of a looted damaged Checkers supermarket truck in Bonteheuwel as security officers from TSU Protection Services secure the scene on Day 25 of the National …: “Cape Town” – BingNews PHOTOS: Lockdown In The …
Protect the vulnerable during lockdown, urges Nkoana-Mashabane: While observing COVID-19 regulations, society has been urged to be vigilant and report to the police elements perpetuating criminal acts against children, youth, women, and persons with disabilities during the lockdown. : SAnews – South African News sihle Respect the lockdown regulations or face arrest: Despite law enforcement …
Cape Town in the news: Supermarkets are NOT allowed to sell cooked food during lockdown: This came after a number of people on Twitter had called Mafanya to order, saying she should stay home and not deliver the food. Also this week, a popular Cape Town restaurant, The Lawns, was forced …: “Cape Town” – …
Cape Town in the news: Not just a chicken soup – creative director Hamzeh Alfarahneh on cooking during lockdown: When Cape Town-based and Jordan-born Hamzeh Alfarahneh moved to South Africa, he enrolled at university to pursue a degree in Fine arts: Fashion design. Today, the self-proclaimed multidisciplinary …: “Cape Town” – BingNews IMF cautions renewed …
Cape Town in the news: Civil society groups pressure Angie Motshekga to restore feeding scheme during lockdown: Cape Town – Pressure is mounting on Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga to continue with the school nutrition programme during the national lockdown, despite reports that she previously rejected …: “Cape Town” – BingNews Coronavirus: South Africans Fight …
Cape Town in the news: Cell C avails R2m to help people earn money via gig economy during lockdown: CAPE TOWN – Cell C on Wednesday outlined its plans to help people earn money via the gig economy during lockdown when it announced that it had made R2 million available for jobbers through gig …: …
Cape Town in the news: Virtual travel experiences to help satisfy your wanderlust during lockdown: Your guide is Vusumsi Mcongo, who was a political prisoner there from 1978-1990. Go here to join him. Still in the Cape Town area, you can experience the remarkable views to be had from Table Mountain …: “Cape Town” – …
Baby clothes, essentials available for sale during lockdown: Government has clarified that baby clothes and essentials are available for sale during the 21-day lockdown to curb the spread of the Coronavirus. : SAnews – South African News keamo A 100 days since the first COVID-19 notification: The 9th of April 2020 marked 100 days since …
Media reporting essential during lockdown period: Minister in the Presidency, Jackson Mthembu, says government’s classification of media work as an essential service during the COVID-19 national state of disaster and lockdown is a measure to ensure South Africans and the international community have access to vital information during this time. : SAnews – South African …
Mkhize clarifies no jogging, dog-walking during lockdown: Health Minister, Dr Zweli Mkhize, has confirmed that no jogging or dog-walking will be allowed during the 21-day lockdown. : SAnews – South African News Priscilla Skeleton staff to operate Home Affairs: Home Affairs will only offer limited services during the 21-day nationwide lockdown aimed at curbing the …
Cape Town in the news: President Cyril Ramaphosa vows to tackle corruption, unemployment during SONA 2020: Cape Town – The poor state of the economy, high levels of unemployment and the social ills such as corruption are some of the topics President Cyril Ramaphosa will cover in Thursday”s state of the …: “Cape Town” – …
Cape Town in the news: City of Cape Town to grow 5000 trees during Climate Change month: The City of Cape Town says it will participate in the Spekboom Challenge with the Newlands Nursery to grow 5000 trees during Climate Change month in April. The challenge began on social media and is …: “Cape Town” …
Cape Town in the news: ‘The Crown’: Claire Foy Will Return as Queen Elizabeth During Season 4: Foy’s flashback in Season 4 appears to be from Queen Elizabeth’s 21st birthday where she gave a speech in Cape Town, South Africa. She said in the speech, “I declare before you all that my whole life …: …
