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The Ministry of Transport has launched the National Roadshow, an initiative aimed at accelerating and improving the conditions of roads and road infrastructure in South African provinces. Transport Minister, Ms. Sindisiwe Chikunga, has announced the Limpopo leg of the roadshow, which will start on Friday, 9 June 2023.
On a tranquil Sunday morning, the inhabitants of Johannesburg’s East Rand were rudely awakened by an abrupt tremor. The Council for Geoscience (CGS) confirmed that a local magnitude 4.4 earthquake had occurred on the South African Seismograph Network (SANSN). The center of this seismic event was near Boksburg, several kilometers from the East Rand Proprietary Mine (ERPM).
South African football lost a legend with the passing of Clive Barker, but his contributions to the sport and society will always be remembered and celebrated. Minister Kodwa and SAFA President Danny Jordaan, along with renowned football personalities Neil Tovey, David Nyathi, and Aaron Mokoena, paid a visit to Barker’s family home in Glenwood, Durban, to pay their respects and honor his legacy.
South Africa is making strides towards providing a more secure future for retirees with the introduction of the “twopot” retirement system. The National Treasury and the South African Revenue Service (SARS) have released draft bills proposing legislative amendments to implement the first phase of the system. The bills aim to streamline the retirement process and protect the liquidity of funds, ensuring that retirees have adequate savings to support them during their golden years.
Kgothatso ‘KG’ Montjane, a rising star in the world of wheelchair tennis, has recently gained recognition from the MEC for Sport, Arts, and Culture in Limpopo, South Africa. Montjane, along with her doubles partner Yui Kamijin from Japan, achieved an impressive victory at Roland Garros, defeating Diede de Groot and Maria Florencia Morero in the doubles finals with a score of 63, 62.
Helena’s Restaurant in Stellenbosch is a hidden gem in the historic Coopmanhuijs Hotel on Church Street. The restaurant epitomizes oldworld fine dining, offering excellent food and wine, impeccable service, and beautiful surroundings.
If you are looking for a modern, stylish, yet laidback eatery with stunning sunset views of the Atlantic Ocean, Surfshack on Camps Bay Beachfront is the place to be.
The City of Cape Town recently recognized the top 20 fleet drivers who have successfully implemented smart driving practices and improved their driving behavior. The commendation certificates were presented during a ceremony at the Smart Living Training Centre in Green Point on June 9, 2023.
If you’re visiting the Winelands and looking for a long, languid lunch in an idyllic countryside setting, The Table at De Meye is a mustvisit. With long tables shaded by trees and a charming garden, the restaurant evokes French or Italian countryside images.
Ochre is a vibrant contemporary South African restaurant that mustvisit dining destination for anyone exploring Cape Town. The restaurant celebrates the local flavors of Mother City’s heritage by using spices representing the diverse influences of the spice trade in the area. The colorful decor transports visitors to a world of culinary delights, and the staff uniform made of shweshwe fabric adds to the South African ambiance.
The 96th Comrades Marathon proved to be a showcase of extraordinary endurance, with both seasoned athletes and unexpected heroes stealing the limelight. Among the top performers were Gerda Steyn and Johannes Maros Mosehla, each delivering aweinspiring and recordbreaking performances on race day.
The Boschendal estate, nestled within the beautiful Winelands, invites guests to experience authentic farm activities during the highlyanticipated Boschendal Citrus Festival from 15th June to 30th July. This festival celebrates the abundance of the estate’s sustainablyfarmed citrus fruit. ### Citrus Picking Experience
The iconic destination of V&A Waterfront in South Africa has set an ambitious goal to eliminate singleuse plastics by 2025. This move has been driven by the South African Plastics Pact (SAPP), which envisions a circular economy. In this article, we explore the various implications of this commitment and the Waterfront’s broader sustainability practices.
South Africa is renowned for its warm climate and sunny skies, but it’s also home to some breathtaking snowy destinations. Every winter, from May to August, snow enthusiasts set out to capture the magic of snowfall in the country. Here are seven locations in South Africa where you can experience winter wonderland.
Ukiliho Kayishema Fulgence, a fugitive accused of masterminding the massacre of more than 2,000 Tutsi refugees during the 1994 Rwandan genocide, has been apprehended in Paarl, South Africa. With a 27yearlong manhunt, Fulgence now faces a list of 52 charges, including multiple counts related to the Refugees Act and Immigration Act. This article explores the key aspects of the story, shedding light on the decadeslong evasion and the legal implications at hand.
Una Más Mezcaleria, located in the vibrant neighborhood of Sea Point, has quickly become a goto spot for food and spirit enthusiasts. The restaurant’s menu and expansive selection of spirits are crafted with a passion for authentic Mexican cuisine, tequila, and mezcal. Paying homage to the ancestral traditions of the celebrated mezcal spirit, which is considered the spirit of the gods, Una Más offers a unique dining experience that will leave you yearning for more.
