On the morning of the 6th of August 2021, a gas accident occurred at the Angelo Informal Settlement in Boksburg, South Africa. The incident led to the tragic loss of 17 residents of the squatter camp, leaving many families grieving the loss of their loved ones.
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa commends the Johannesburg High Court’s recent decision to dismiss the private prosecution initiated by outgoing President Jacob Zuma. The ruling is significant in South Africa’s legal history as it reinforces the principles of due process and adherence to the rule of law.
The Huawei EcoConnect SubSaharan Africa Summit 2023 brought together leaders from various sectors to discuss the future of the digital economy. This event took place amidst significant global shifts in digital governance and technology advancements. South Africa’s Deputy Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Philly Mapulane, highlighted the importance of ICT infrastructure and affordable communication, especially for marginalized communities.
Cape Town, a city known for its rich culture and vibrant history, is set to receive the Netball World Cup trophy on July 7, 2023. The Western Cape Netball World Cup trophy tour will conclude with Anroux Marais, the Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, officially handing over the trophy to the City of Cape Town.
The City’s Arts and Culture Branch initiated the Arts Aweh! programme to provide an afterschool initiative that has left an indelible impression on the lives of children. The programme was held for two months, from May to June, and had over 400 young participants each day, totaling approximately 19,800 attendees from 10 different locations across the metropole. The programme offered a variety of creative disciplines, such as drawing, painting, photography, hip hop, dance, poetry, clay, and beading, to young artists.
In order to prepare young women for the careers of the future, government agencies, businesses, and international organizations are joining forces to make sure girls are fully equipped to participate in the 4th industrial revolution. One such initiative is the African Girls Can Code Initiative (AGCCI), which aims to tackle gender imbalances and empower a new generation of female leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.
South Africa’s Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Alvin Botes, recently spoke at the Ministerial Meeting of the NonAligned Movement (NAM) Committee on Palestine in Baku, Azerbaijan. In his address, Botes expressed his concerns about the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Palestine.
The Urban Mobility Directorate of the City of Cape Town is calling on residents to provide their opinions on proposed traffic calming measures in various neighborhoods. These measures are aimed at improving road safety around schools, hospitals, and retirement homes. Interested parties have until July 31, 2023, to offer their feedback.
On July 6, 2023, General Fannie Masemola, the National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS), addressed the nation from Vanderbijlpark Police Station in Vaal. He provided an update on key policing matters and highlighted the successes achieved by SAPS nationwide highdensity operations.
The Urban Mobility Directorate in Cape Town has announced its plans to implement traffic calming measures in different areas, including Atlantis, Melkbosstrand, Kensington, and surrounding suburbs. The City is now seeking feedback and input on these proposed measures from residents throughout July 2023.
The Urban Mobility Directorate of the City of Cape Town is calling on residents of the Southern suburbs to provide their feedback on proposed traffic calming measures for different neighborhoods. Interested locals have until July 31, 2023, to share their opinions and guide the City’s approach to road safety improvements.
Cape Town, in collaboration with Wesgro, is set to become a thriving hub for investment and economic growth. With funding allocated to various programs by the City’s Economic Growth Directorate and the commitment of Wesgro towards projects that will boost the regional economy, residents can expect new job opportunities across various sectors.
Wilderness explorer and filmmaker Ryan Davy stumbled upon the last surviving elephant cow in Knysna Forests, known as Oupoot, the Matriarch, or Strangefoot. After years of rumors and blurry surveillance footage, Davy embarked on a 12week search to find this elusive figure.
The release of Frans du Toit and Theuns Kruger, the attackers of Alison Botha, has triggered outrage and fear among the South African public. Botha’s survival story in 1994, where she was brutally raped and assaulted, stabbed over 30 times, and left for dead, captured the nation’s attention, inspiring a book and an awardwinning documentary. The recent announcement of the release of her attackers, who were sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole, has reignited the public’s anger and concern for Botha’s safety.
Johannesburg, also known as the City of Gold, is an urban paradise located in the heart of South Africa. This city boasts a unique history and vibrant culture that offers a blend of urban sophistication, history, and greenery. Founded as a hub for gold mining in the late 1800s, Johannesburg has evolved into the world’s largest manmade forest. Its lush green suburbs provide a serene backdrop to its bustling urban life. As a gateway to the rest of South Africa, Johannesburg offers an array of attractions, from museums and shopping centers to aweinspiring architectural gems.
Despite ongoing negotiations between Kaizer Chiefs and attacking midfielder Khama Billiat, reports suggest that the former Mamelodi Sundowns winger is unwilling to accept a pay cut. Bobby Motaung, the football manager of Kaizer Chiefs, claims that he is unaware of Billiat’s hesitation to accept the revised offer, but he did confirm that negotiations are ongoing.