Lynn Forbes, also known as Glammy, is a courageous and resilient woman who has set her sights on a new challenge after conquering Mount Kilimanjaro five years ago. Her latest adventure involves reaching the base camp of Mount Everest, the highest peak in the world. This new quest seems to be driven by a need for peace and serenity amidst a difficult period in her life.
Lavona Solomon, the kidnapper responsible for one of the most sensational kidnapping cases in South African history, will be released on parole after serving a portion of her 10year prison sentence. ### The Crime
The Springboks, South Africa’s national rugby team, are determined to bounce back after their crushing defeat against the All Blacks in Auckland. Despite the setback, they remain undeterred and are focused on redemption in the forthcoming matches against Argentina and other rivals. These encounters will also serve as World Cup warmups, providing the team with crucial preparation for the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
Kaizer Chiefs, the famous football club of South Africa, recently announced their newest addition to the team, Venezuelan midfielder Edson Castillo. Fans are excited to see how he will contribute to the team during the upcoming 2023/24 DStv Premiership season.
South African reality TV fans are eagerly awaiting the upcoming episode of Mzansi Magic’s Sunday Sexy Love, which is set to air on July 16th at 9:00 pm. This episode will feature Real Housewives of Durban (RHOD) star Nonku Williams and her expartner, Dumisani Ndlazi, who is affectionately known as “Rough Diamond” or “RD.” During the show, the couple will discuss their tumultuous relationship and the legal issues that ensued.
Groot Constantia, the oldest wineproducing farm in South Africa, celebrates an unbroken record of wine production since 1658. To commemorate its 338th anniversary, the estate will open its Vintage Vault, offering a limited number of its famous collectible wines for purchase and tastings. This marks the first time Groot Constantia has made the Vintage Vault experience available to the public.
The recent release of Frans du Toit and Theuns Kruger, the attackers of Alison Botha, on parole has triggered widespread dismay and disbelief among many South Africans. Convicted of brutally raping and stabbing Alison, the two men were released after serving 28 years in prison for their heinous crimes. Alison’s story is a reminder of the rampant sexual violence in South Africa and the urgent need for a more effective approach to addressing genderbased violence in the country.
The rugby world is gearing up for the highly anticipated Rugby World Cup 2023 in France, but the road to this prestigious event has been anything but smooth. Controversial incidents involving renowned players and match officials have stirred up the rugby sphere, causing quite a stir. In this article, we will delve into two of the most talkedabout incidents: Johnny Sexton’s outburst and Jaco Peyper’s presence.
After suffering a disappointing defeat to the All Blacks, the Springboks are gearing up for their upcoming match against Argentina on the 29th of July. With key changes expected to be made to the team’s lineup, here’s a closer look at which players might be replaced for the critical game.
In the highly anticipated rugby match between the Springboks and the All Blacks, the South African team suffered a 3520 defeat. While some players displayed exceptional skills, others struggled to deliver their best performance. Let’s take a closer look at the individual performances:
The City of Cape Town’s Urban Mobility Directorate is embarking on a major road resurfacing project in Kenwyn to improve the longevity of the City’s road network and provide better roads for road users. The scheduled work will begin on 17 July 2023 and conclude by 11 September 2023, and will occur between 07:00 and 17:30 from Monday to Friday, while some sections will be carried out during night time and weekends to avoid congestion.
Traveling through Africa by public transport may seem overwhelming initially, but it is one of the most enriching ways to discover and explore the diverse continent. Although Africa’s transport infrastructure may not be ideal, an adventurous spirit and preparedness for unexpected situations can transform the experience into an unforgettable memory.
In July 2023, Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga, South Africa’s Minister of Transport, made a joint visit with her Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) counterpart, Minister Marc Ekila Likombo, to the Kasumbalesa border post. The visit was aimed at putting the Memorandum of Understanding signed by both countries’ Ministers of Transport in July 2022 into practice.
On July 15, 2023, an offduty police officer stationed at SAPS Burgersfort was brutally murdered by unknown assailants in Lebowakgomo area. However, within just eight hours, the Hawks arrested a 33yearold suspect in connection to the crime, in an impressive display of teamwork and collaboration.
In the stunning landscape of South Africa’s Cape of Good Hope, human actions often have tragic consequences on wildlife. The Cape of Good Hope SPCA Wildlife Department frequently finds Cape fur seals struggling with hazardous waste, particularly plastic and discarded fishing lines.
South Africa’s justice system has made history with the conviction of Fadwaan “Vet” Murphy and his exwife Shariefa under the Prevention of Organised Crime Act (Poca). It is the first time drug dealers have been convicted under this legislation after a fiveyear trial. The case’s success is due to the incredible police work by Captain Nadine Britz from SAPS Crime Intelligence and her team of dedicated multidisciplinary units.
