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Premier Alan Winde’s Visit to Paarl: Ensuring Essential Services Continue During Power Cuts

South African Premier Alan Winde recently visited Paarl, a city in the Western Cape province, to assess the measures in place to protect essential services during power outages. Through collaboration between the Western Cape Government and local authorities, key areas, including the Paarl Wastewater Treatment Works, have been fitted with generators to ensure the continuation of essential services during power cuts.

Securing Gauteng’s Water Supply: The Role of Rand Water’s Station 5 Purification Plant

Rand Water Completes Phase 1 of Flagship Project Rand Water, the largest water utility on the African continent, has completed Phase 1 of its flagship project the Station 5A filtration plant. The plant, situated at the Zuikerbotch Water Treatment Works, will produce 150 megalitres per day of potable water. The completion of Phase 1 ensures water security for the Gauteng province and extends to parts of Free State, Mpumalanga, and North West provinces.

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: The City’s Initiative to Connect Corporate Leaders with Aspiring Businesswomen

On September 3rd, a highlevel roundtable discussion was initiated by Alderman James Vos, the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth, and Enver Duminy, CEO of Cape Town Tourism. The event focused on “Women in Business” and brought together corporate leaders and emerging entrepreneurial stars from various sectors like boatbuilding, clothing and textiles, tourism, technology, and call centers.

Minister Ramokgopa Participates in Africa Climate Summit

Minister in the Presidency for Electricity, Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has arrived in Nairobi, Kenya to attend the firstever Africa Climate Summit (ACS) from September 4 to 6, 2023. The summit, under the theme “Green Growth and Climate Finance for Africa and the World,” is hosted by the Kenyan government and headed by the African Union’s (AU) Committee of African Heads of States on Climate Change (CAHOSCC), led by Kenya.

The Resilient Steenbras Dam: Cape Town’s Solution to the Energy Crisis

In the midst of South Africa’s energy crisis, the Steenbras Pumped Storage Station stands as a crucial facility in Cape Town. Often referred to as the city’s “battery,” it showcases innovation and foresight, protecting the city from power cuts. Premier Alan Winde and Mayor Alderman Geordin HillLewis recently visited the facility during the 23rd Energy Digicon, commending the team behind its upkeep and success.

The Office of the Ombudsman in Kuils River is Open for Public Information

The Office of the Ombudsman in the City of Cape Town has launched a series of outreach events to increase awareness and provide assistance to those who need help with municipalrelated complaints. These events aim to promote the services offered by the Ombudsman, attract more visitors, and clarify their mandate. The first information session will be held on September 5, 2023, at the Kuils River Walkin Centre.

Advancing Air Quality Governance: The 17th Lekgotla’s Focus on Scalable Emission Reduction by 2030

On September 4, 2023, the Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Ms. Makhotso Sotyu, presented her keynote address at the 17th Air Quality Governance Lekgotla in Polokwane, Limpopo. The conference, which lasted for several days, centered on the theme of “Scalable Emission Reduction by 2030” and aimed to shape the future of air quality management and regulation in South Africa.

The Successes of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation in the 1st Quarter of FY 2023/2024

On September 4th, 2023, Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya, the National Head of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), held a media briefing at the GCIS Ronnie Mamoepa Media Centre in Hatfield, Pretoria. The purpose of the briefing was to outline the significant accomplishments made by the DPCI in the first quarter of the financial year 2023/2024.

An Exciting Culinary Collaboration: FYN and Chef Shin Takagi

FYN, one of Cape Town’s finest restaurants, is teaming up with Michelinstarred chef Shin Takagi for an extraordinary culinary collaboration. This gastronomic event, which will take place on Sunday, 17 September, promises an exquisite omakase sushi lunch and a kaisekistyle dinner. The event will feature sustainably sourced local fish and coastal ingredients prepared with precision and passion.

Thapelo Teele: The Resilient Scholar’s Inspiring Journey

Thapelo Teele is an inspiring scholar who overcame significant obstacles to achieve his academic goals. Born in South Africa to a father in the legal profession, Teele was exposed to different perspectives from an early age. This exposure sparked his curiosity in law as he realized its impact on every aspect of society.

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