Liam Fortuin

Cape Town City Hall Clock: A Revival of Time, Tradition, and Civic Pride

The Cape Town City Hall clock, first installed in 1905, is a proud symbol of the city’s history and spirit.…

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Cape Town’s Temporary Traffic Circle: A Turning Point in Urban Mobility

Cape Town has set up a temporary traffic circle at the busy intersection of Govan Mbeki and Duinefontein to make…

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Crime, Controversy, and Identity: South Africa’s Ongoing Struggle

South Africa faces big challenges with crime and social conflicts tied deeply to its painful history of apartheid and land…

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Cape Town’s Civil Security Collaboration Initiative: A Blueprint for Community Safety

Cape Town's Civil Security Collaboration Initiative is a bright beacon of community safety, bringing together local groups and law enforcement…

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Cape Town’s Tourism: A Living Tapestry of Heritage, Growth, and Renewal

Cape Town’s tourism is a lively mix of rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning natural beauty that brings energy and…

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Hotel Verde: Redefining Luxury Through Sustainable Innovation

Hotel Verde in Cape Town is a shining example of luxury that cares deeply for the planet. Using solar power,…

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Digital Deceptions: The Growing Threat of Fake Investments and Job Offers in South Africa

Beware, South Africa! Tricky scammers are everywhere online, using clever tricks on Facebook, WhatsApp, and even email. They promise amazing…

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Biometric Revolution: How SASSA Is Transforming Social Grants in South Africa

Starting September 1, 2024, South Africa’s SASSA will ask everyone applying for social grants to register their fingerprints and face…

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The Two Oceans Marathon: Cape Town’s Enduring Race of Beauty and Resilience

The Two Oceans Marathon in Cape Town is a breathtaking 56kilometer race where runners race between two oceans, through stunning…

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Rekindling Learning: The Western Cape’s #BackOnTrack Programme

The Western Cape’s BackOnTrack programme is helping teachers and learners catch up after lost school time. Teachers get special training…

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Coding Bootcamps: South Africa’s Youth Find Hope in a Digital Future

Coding bootcamps in South Africa are giving young people a new chance by teaching them digital skills quickly and affordably.…

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Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa and the Urban Century: South Africa’s Bold Pursuit of Inclusive City Futures

Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa is leading South Africa’s bold plan to build cities that include everyone and stand strong against future…

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The End of the R500 Threshold: South Africa’s New Tax Era for E-Commerce Imports

South Africa has ended the R500 VAT exemption on imported goods, meaning all online purchases from abroad now face 15%…

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Cape Town’s New Fixed Charges: A Civic Reckoning at the Edge of Law and Governance

Cape Town has introduced new fixed charges for cleaning, water, and sanitation based on property values instead of actual usage.…

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Negotiating Rights and Realities: South Africa’s Parliament Grapples with Healthcare, Legislation, and Equity

South Africa’s Parliament is facing big challenges as it works to make healthcare fair and available to everyone, including people…

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Parliamentary Oversight: Safeguarding Social Rights in a Transforming South Africa

South Africa’s Parliament plays a big role in protecting social rights like healthcare, education, and gender equality. It watches over…

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