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The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) and the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) recently came together in Limpopo province to discuss ways of increasing compliance levels among employers. The aim of the meeting was to strengthen the relationship between the two organizations and to find ways of empowering workers to hold noncompliant employers accountable.
The De Aar Stock Theft and Endangered Species Unit of the South African Police Service (SAPS) recently displayed remarkable tenacity in their pursuit of a 38yearold suspect who had been on the run for crimes that involved theft and breach of trust. The suspect was a former employee at a farm near Richmond in the Northern Cape.
The City of Cape Town’s Coastal Management branch is undertaking a significant redevelopment of the iconic Fisherman’s Lane precinct located at the Strandfontein Pavilion. This restoration project began in October 2022 and is expected to conclude by the end of September 2023.
Kaizer Chiefs recently announced that Khama Billiat, their attacking midfielder from Zimbabwe, has gone AWOL and is currently untraceable. This unexpected development has left the football community surprised and concerned about Billiat’s future with the club. ## The Contract Situation
On the night of July 3rd, a 19yearold woman was abducted outside a fastfood outlet on Ireland Street in the Verulam Central Business District (CBD) in KwaZuluNatal. The young woman managed to escape her kidnapper and seek assistance, in a harrowing experience.
South Africa experienced a snowy weekend that transformed parts of the Western Cape into a winter wonderland. However, meteorologists have predicted that the country will face more freezing weather in the coming week. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has forecasted low temperatures accompanied by windy and rainy conditions throughout the country.
The rumors and speculation surrounding Jamie Foxx’s health have recently taken over social media. Although the actor has been seen in a viral video clip in good health, rumors of a stroke that left him paralyzed and blind continue to circulate. These conspiracy theories have only grown stronger with the upcoming release of Jamie Foxx’s new Netflix movie, “They Cloned Tyrone,” which explores the topic of human cloning.
Showmax Pro, in partnership with SuperSport, the official rightsholder for FIFA events on South African television, has announced that it will be live streaming the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The tournament will take place in Australia and New Zealand from 20 July 2023, and will feature an exciting lineup of talented athletes.
Rembrandt’s Intimate Portraits Reveal Themselves The art world was recently amazed by the appearance of a pair of Rembrandt portraits that had been hidden away in a private collection for almost two centuries. These intimate portrayals of an elderly Leiden couple provide a unique perspective of the Dutch artist’s work, depicting the couple in a refreshingly unadorned manner.
The Springboks, South Africa’s national rugby team, put on a display of dynamic rugby during their opener against the Wallabies. The team’s backline showed exceptional skill and talent, led by the hattrick scored by KurtLee Arendse. South Africa played an attractive brand of rugby that ultimately led to their decisive victory.
The highly anticipated Miss SA reality show, ‘Crown Chasers,’ premiered on July 9, 2021. For the first time, the show provides viewers with an inside look into the lives and aspirations of the 12 dynamic finalists competing for the prestigious Miss South Africa crown.
South Africa’s national rugby team, the Springboks, will kick off the 2023 Test season against the Wallabies in the Rugby Championship. The Springboks lineup, handpicked by the coaches, promises an adrenalinefilled game, with a unique blend of speed and agility from the chosen players.
The Archbishop of Cape Town, Stephen Brislin, has been appointed a cardinal to Pope Francis, along with 21 other churchmen from around the world. Cardinals are the secondhighest position in the church hierarchy and serve as valuable advisers to the pope.
Located in the scenic village of Sir Lowry’s Pass, about 60km from Cape Town, the Empress protea is making a difference in the lives of the local residents. This beautiful flower, usually exported abroad, has become the centerpiece of a fundraising initiative by Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West, supporting Village Collaboration (VC), a nonprofit organization that aims to improve the standard of living in this small, impoverished community.
Mark Zuckerberg’s latest social media venture, Threads, has taken the digital world by storm. The platform, developed by Meta, has already amassed 30 million users since its release, sparking speculation that it may soon rival Twitter. ## Twitter’s Recent Struggles and the Potential for a New Challenger
Lloyd Harris, the only South African tennis player in the men’s singles draw at Wimbledon this year, had a challenging first round. Despite his valiant efforts, the Frenchman Gregoire Barrere defeated him in a gripping 3hour match, leaving Harris with a sense of missed opportunities.
