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The Retreat Yourself Festival is a magical event that brings together wellness, inspiration, and connection in a beautiful popup community. Located in the stunning Elandskloof Farm, the festival offers a variety of venues for spiritual and physical wellbeing, music, and laughter. With accommodations ranging from quaint cottages to glamorous bell tents, the festival is open to people of all backgrounds and ages. Come join the celebration of life and retreat into yourself at the Retreat Yourself Festival.
Embark on an unforgettable journey into the wild at Aquila Private Game Reserve and Spa, just a short drive from Cape Town. Witness Africa’s Big 5 in their natural habitat on horseback or quad bike safaris and enjoy luxurious accommodation and spa treatments. Aquila’s Eco Synergy project and culinary excellence showcase conservation and luxury coexisting in perfect harmony, while the Junior Ranger Program and stargazing sessions provide excitement for all ages. Don’t miss out on this unrivaled Big 5 Safari experience.
The Parliament of South Africa has unveiled a cuttingedge TV studio, in an effort to make legislative proceedings more transparent and comprehensible to the public. The launch of the studio provides citizens with an opportunity to engage in the legal process like never before, with the role of broadcast media being crucial in shaping public views and understanding of parliamentary proceedings. However, offering a broadcast service comes with significant costs, and the Parliament is investigating funding models for its broadcasting services.
The transfer of the Parliament TV Studio from MultiChoice to Parliament represents progress towards democratic transparency and increased public engagement. The partnership has amplified parliamentary broadcasting abilities, offering uninterrupted coverage of parliamentary proceedings, 24/7 via Parliament TV. The new stateoftheart studio symbolizes resilience and progress, providing another platform for local and community media to gain access to parliamentary content. This ensures more people are informed about Parliament’s work and can actively engage in its processes.
The U20 Rugby World Championship is coming to Cape Town and Stellenbosch in June, showcasing the best upandcoming talent in rugby. The tournament involves the best 12 teams in the world, divided into three groups of four teams each, and will unfold across five tense match days. The Junior Springboks are the clear favourites in Pool C, injecting extra anticipation for the local supporters.
A new era is dawning for South African rugby, with fans eagerly anticipating who will replace the legendary Handre Pollard as flyhalf. Promising talent Sanele Nohamba has emerged as a potential successor, with his impressive skills in kicking, playmaking and attack. While replacing a World Cupwinning flyhalf is a daunting task, the flyhalf position is crucial to the Springboks’ success in their next World Cup campaign, making the coming years an exciting time for South African rugby.
Rachel Kolisi, wife of rugby star Siya Kolisi, is not just a WAG but also an inspiring role model for young girls. Her academic achievements and recent decision to go back to school show her determination and thirst for knowledge. As CEO of the Kolisi Foundation, Rachel’s educational pursuits and professional success demonstrate her resilience, determination, and pursuit of wisdom, breaking stereotypes of what a WAG can be.
Pitso Mosimane, a renowned soccer coach, is in the midst of a potential move to either Kaizer Chiefs or Egypt. Reports suggest that Egypt is keen on Mosimane as a replacement for Rui Vitori, who failed to lead the team to victory in the Afcon tournament. However, Kaizer Chiefs is still in the running, and Mosimane’s final decision will come down to Bobby Motaung, the owner of the team, and the allure of Egyptian soccer. As Mosimane’s career highlights showcase his coaching acumen, the drama surrounding his potential move is expected to cause a stir in the football world.
The Springboks are undergoing a coaching revolution following their 2023 World Cup triumph, with Rassie Erasmus returning as head coach and Duane Vermeulen stepping up. Fresh talent is joining the team, including Jerry Flannery as defense coach and Tony Brown for offensive strategy. Stability is preserved, securing the continuity and expertise necessary to nurture sustained success. The Springboks are on a resilient path to shaping a robust future, with an exciting new era beginning in their story.
The suspension of Paul Willemse, a French rugby player, will have a significant impact on the upcoming Six Nations matches and the French team’s game plan. Willemse’s aggressive style of play resulted in a red card, and his absence creates a void in the roster for three Top 14 matches. However, by participating in World Rugby’s coaching programme, he may reduce his ban by a week. This incident highlights the importance of proper tackling techniques and the responsibility each player carries in the sport of rugby.
A team of 13 South African swimmers is heading to the World Aquatics Championships in Doha, including veteran Chad Le Clos and emerging talents Lara van Niekerk and Pieter Coetzé. The championship is the last significant global competition before the Olympic Games and the South African squad is determined to make an impression on the worldwide stage. Van Niekerk and Coetzé are among the younger swimmers focusing on exceeding their personal best times and preparing for the Paris Olympics later this year.
Prince William is facing a challenging time as he balances his royal duties with his family’s needs, including his father’s cancer diagnosis and his wife’s recovery from surgery. Despite adjusting his schedule and prioritizing his family, he remains committed to his responsibilities and is taking on some of his father’s duties during medical treatment. The public has faith in his abilities and hopes for a united front in the face of adversity, and King Charles III’s transparency about his health struggles is seen as a positive development breaking from royal tradition.
In Cape Town, violence and unrest are on the rise, causing fear and uncertainty for both travelers and locals. A recent event in Philippi saw a woman tragically killed and two others severely wounded while entering a minibus taxi. This is just one in a series of violent incidents connected to the taxi sector, with 16 people wounded and seven fatalities in the preceding month. The reasons behind the violence are unclear, but speculation points to internal conflicts within the Cape Amalgamated Taxi Association.
The South African national football team, Bafana Bafana, is gearing up for a highly anticipated semifinal match against Nigeria in the African Cup of Nations 2023. The game is not just about football, but a crucible of dreams and history that will be etched in the records of the sport. Bafana Bafana’s last semifinal appearance in Afcon was two decades ago, and the recollection of that match serves as a driving force to recapture lost glory. The match is expected to be a heartthumping affair, with live coverage on SABC 1 and SuperSport 202.
South Africa’s Proteas faced off against New Zealand in a suspenseful cricket match, ultimately falling short despite captain Neil Brand’s leadership and David Bedingham’s standout performance. Bedingham’s assertive batting style and Brand’s disappointment reflect the unwavering spirit of cricket, emphasizing the players’ pursuit of excellence and lessons learned from their opponents. As the anticipation builds for the second Test, hopes are high for the Proteas to rise from the ashes of their defeat.
The Green Point Tennis Court occupants in Cape Town have welcomed shelter and social aid offers after interactions led by the City of Cape Town’s social development personnel. The court ruling includes an eviction plan for remaining unlawful inhabitants who have not agreed to shelter offers, scheduled for post7th February, and a prohibition against reentry at the tennis courts and other cityowned public spaces mentioned in the order. The City’s diverse strategy to address this matter is a testimony to its dedication to promoting dignity, health, and wellbeing. The City is investing in extending its Safe Space transitional shelters and plans to operate these shelters beyond the existing 700 beds across CBD and Bellville facilities.
