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Thamsanqa Gabuza, a wellrespected 36yearold former Bafana Bafana player, has recently embarked on a new and exciting chapter in his football career. The former Orlando Pirates and SuperSport United striker is eager to begin his journey with TS Galaxy, following his departure from SuperSport United last month.
In Tafelsig, a suburb of Mitchells Plain, South Africa, the power of human empathy and collective action was demonstrated when a baby was abandoned in a neighbor’s driveway.
The Department of Employment and Labour has launched a series of campaigns leading up to the 9th District Development Model Presidential Imbizo in an effort to support and improve the lives of the residents of Chris Hani District Municipality. The campaign will run from 1st to 10th August 2023 and aims to bring essential services closer to the people while promoting awareness about key labour programmes and services.
The City of Cape Town has expressed concern over the possible strike of the South African National Taxi Council (SANTACO) in the Western Cape. The City has already witnessed road blockages around the Station Deck minibustaxi facility, causing traffic disruptions and hindering MyCiTi buses from exiting the central business district via Nelson Mandela Boulevard and the N2 highway. Law enforcement officials have been deployed to the scene.
A father in South Africa has been sentenced to six life sentences for the unimaginable crime of raping and impregnating his daughter. Warrant Officer Thabisho Mashililishili and Sergeant Elliot Gaya of the Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit in the ZF Mgcawu District worked diligently to bring the perpetrator to justice.
Tourism Month 2023 is set to be celebrated in South Africa, highlighting the role of domestic tourism in driving economic growth and development. Led by Minister of Tourism Patricia de Lille, the initiative aims to promote national pride and appreciation for the country’s beauty and diversity, while creating awareness about the importance of domestic tourism.
In a recent announcement by the North West Acting Premier Nono Maloyi and MEC for Social Development Lazarus Mokgosi, Dr. Fezile Ngqobe has been appointed as the acting Head of Department (HOD) for North West Social Development. The appointment, effective from August 2, 2023, is a temporary lateral transfer of the current HOD, Relebohile Mafokane, to the Office of the Premier.
The Western Cape’s agricultural industry has experienced remarkable growth and success in recent years, largely attributed to the tireless efforts of farmers and agriworkers. Despite the controversial “Kill the Farmer, Kill the Boer” song, these individuals deserve recognition for their invaluable economic contributions.
The Gauteng MEC for Transport and Logistics, Kedibone DialeTlabela, will be visiting the R24 road maintenance site on August 1, 2023. This visit is part of the Department’s #AgaLeRona Acceleration Programme, which aims to expedite road infrastructure projects. ### Accelerating Infrastructure Delivery
The Western Cape province has seen impressive collaboration and dedication from various municipal law enforcement agencies and the South African Police Service (SAPS) in recent operations. The Swartland, Overstrand Rural Safety Units (RSUs), and the Mossel Bay K9 units have shown significant success in arresting criminals and confiscating illicit items in rural areas.
As World Breastfeeding Week approaches, it’s important to recognize and promote the benefits of breastfeeding while understanding the challenges faced by working parents. This year’s theme, “Enabling Breastfeeding: Making a Difference for Working Parents,” emphasizes the need for support for breastfeeding, particularly in the workplace.
In the first half of 2023, South Africa recorded a decline in rhino poaching incidents with 231 rhinos killed, marking an 11% decline from the previous year. The trend revealed a shift away from Kruger National Park towards provincial and private reserves. During the same period, 143 rhinos were killed in KwaZuluNatal Province, 46 in private nature reserves, and 143 in provincially owned reserves.
With the 2023 Rugby World Cup quickly approaching, rugby fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the announcement of the Springboks’ 33man squad on Tuesday. After an impressive Rugby Championship campaign, the South African team has secured victories over Australia and Argentina, while losing to the formidable All Blacks.
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, recently commented on the issue of farm murders in his home country of South Africa, leading to a heated debate on social media. Musk’s remarks were prompted by a viral video of Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), singing the struggle song “Kill The Boer” during the party’s 10thanniversary celebrations.
During a recent hearing at the North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria, advocate Zandile Mshololo, representing Fisokuhle Ntuli, accused number five in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial, challenged the credibility of Colonel Lambertus Steyn’s testimony. Steyn, an investigation officer and data analyst at the South African Police Services’ Cold Case Unit, had testified about a cellphone link between Ntuli and Meyiwa’s girlfriend, Kelly Khumalo.
Cape Town’s coastline is a national treasure, attracting millions of visitors each year and contributing significantly to the local economy. However, the illegal encroachment of private property owners poses a significant threat to this delicate ecosystem. The City of Cape Town has taken proactive measures to preserve and manage the coastline, including the implementation of the Coastal Bylaw.
