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October 2022

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Two off-leash dogs that killed 19 endangered penguins were confiscated by authorities.

by Serjio Zakharoff
October 31, 2022

In response to the recent killings of African penguins, the Cape of Good Hope SPCA’s Animal Control Unit has confiscated two husky dogs from a residential property in Simon’s Town. A person went for a jog on a beach early in the morning, and found dead and dying penguins. A spokesperson for the SPCA said subsequent confirmation from SANCCOB had revealed that the birds’ death appeared to be caused by biting. There is an affidavit from a witness who saw the two dogs attacking the penguins. There were two husky-type dogs seen at the beach. The dog was attacking the

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We don’t want to give away any more free electricity, rent, or water. It’s not cool.

by Serjio Zakharoff
October 18, 2022

Public housing remains a pipe dream for many people. How about government giving individuals free access to electricity and water, as well as subsidized rental payments like in the Ministerial Handbook? President Cyril Ramaphosa revised the Ministerial Handbook for 2022 following public outcry. The handbook released in April was meant to be an update of the executive guide, which was released in 2019. A recent debate in parliament has left many wondering if the upcoming Guide for Members of the Executive should be reprinted in order to remove any excess perks. The ministers’ privileges included free electricity and water at

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Cape Town is facing a water crisis. Large parts of the city will be impacted by disruptions today.

by Serjio Zakharoff
October 17, 2022

Due to today’s drill, water supplies will be disrupted throughout the City of Cape Town. This is associated with a 915mm diameter water supply and the Water and Sanitation Directorate. Due to lower water pressure, there could be some disruption in the water supply in areas including Lotus River, Ottery, Parkwood Estate, Grassy Park and Fairways from 10am to 1pm. Childcare director cleared of hate crime charges One of the most important tasks in water resources is determining which areas need more attention and what precautions need to be taken. That’s exactly what Ethekwini (also the City of Durban) is

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BANFF mountain film festival returns

by Serjio Zakharoff
October 17, 2022

The world’s most epic film festival is back. Creatives from around the world have gathered in Cape Town to celebrate some of the greatest minds in adventure film at this year’s BANFF Center Mountain Film Festival. The festival runs from October 28 to November 6 and is the 19th year that Cape Union Mart has brought one of the world’s largest mountain festivals to South Africa’s shores. As one of the largest mountain festivals in the world, the festival attracts adventure filmmakers, outdoor heroes, athletes and adventure seekers of all kinds. This year’s event will spotlight some of the best

  • Experience Makers Landing’s Seafood Fest
  • Country Grand: A Free-Spirited Country Café to Drink in the Views and the Vibe
  • Sex Workers Call for Decriminalisation of the Industry in South Africa
  • Elderly man robbed and assaulted on his farm in Durbanville
  • Unique Accommodations in Cape Town

Bakery Bar Beau Constantia Cafe Cape Winelands Cocktails Fine dining Franschhoek Hiking area Japanese Lunch Paarl Restaurant Restaurants Restuarant Rooftop Stellenbosch Tapas Tourist attraction V&A Waterfront Viewpoints Vineyard Wine bar Wine cellar Winery Wine store

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