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The Springboks, the national rugby team of South Africa, have been working hard to prepare for the upcoming season. With their sights set on the 2023 Rugby World Cup, the team has been engaged in a variety of activities both on and off the field. They have been participating in training camps that include field and gym sessions, as well as important team meetings.
The National Air Quality Officer (NAQO) has granted Eskom a postponement for meeting Minimum Emission Standards (MES) at the Kusile power station. The new deadline is now set for 31 March 2025, instead of the initial date of 5 June 2023. The decision was made after Kusile’s west stack failed on 23 October 2022, impacting the ability of the station to operate three generating units, each producing 700 MW, totalling 2100 MW. Eskom plans to implement a shortterm solution to restore the station’s capacity and minimize load shedding.
Located at the foot of the mountain on the University of Cape Town’s lower campus, the Baxter Theatre Centre is an iconic venue for performing arts aficionados. The theatre showcases a rich history of South African stories, and this July is no different. The upcoming productions promise to mesmerize audiences with a combination of captivating narratives, innovative stagecraft, and thoughtprovoking themes.
Online scamming and robberies have become a significant issue in South Africa, particularly in the Loate and Rietgat policing precincts. The police in Tshwane District recognized the urgency of the situation and took decisive action to address the issue. ## The Operation
DJ Sophia is a remarkable rising star in Cape Town, who at just nine years old, has already made a name for herself in the music industry. Not only has she won a DJ competition and landed a resident slot on GoodHope FM, but she is also using her platform to make a positive impact on her community.
Online scamming and robberies have become a significant issue in South Africa, particularly in the Loate and Rietgat policing precincts. The police in Tshwane District recognized the urgency of the situation and took decisive action to address the issue. ## The Operation
Collins Mbesuma, the Zambian football sensation, took the South African football scene by storm in the early 2000s. With a decorated career in the Premier Soccer League (PSL) and a notable international presence, Mbesuma has since transitioned from the field to nurturing the future stars of the sport.
Elon Musk is a wellknown billionaire with a reputation for speaking his mind, particularly on social media platforms like Twitter. Recently, he engaged in a playful exchange with Mark Zuckerberg, the founder of Facebook, in which he challenged Zuckerberg to a cage fight. The exchange sparked a conversation about who would emerge victorious if these two tech giants were to engage in a physical battle.
In June, the world was shocked when the Ocean Gate Titanic submarine carrying five billionaires vanished into the depths of the ocean. The submarine was on a mission to explore the wreck of the Titanic, but after nearly two hours, it disappeared without a trace.
The Bulls Daisies are ready to face off against Border for the second round of the 2023 Women’s Premier Division. The match will take place at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday, June 24, 2023, with kickoff set for 13:00. The Bulls Daisies welcome back club captain Lusanda Dumke to their starting lineup for this match.
Thami Mngqolo, a celebrated South African actor, is famous for his portrayal of Senzo Dhlomo in the TV soapie Generations. In a recent interview on King David’s Podcast, Mngqolo spoke candidly about the cast’s struggle with salary disputes and how they fought to save the show.
Bafana Bafana, South Africa’s national football team, was once a force to be reckoned with in the world of football. However, since their golden era in 2001, where they secured their second consecutive World Cup qualification, the team has struggled to qualify for FIFA World Cup editions. In this article, we explore the reasons behind their decline in performance.
Khama Billiat, the star player of Kaizer Chiefs, has been a subject of much speculation regarding his future with the club. However, the club has put an end to these speculations by offering him a contract extension, and Billiat was seen participating in fitness tests alongside his teammates, suggesting his continued involvement with the team.
South African rappers Cassper Nyovest and Nasty C are making waves in the music industry as they prepare to release their new albums and embark on the highly anticipated Africa Throne tour. With their unique styles and contributions to African hiphop, these artists are cementing their positions as leading voices in the genre.
Former Springbok rugby player Derick Hougaard’s health has taken a positive turn after spending more than a week in a coma due to respiratory pneumonia and a collapsed lung. His sudden progress was revealed to the public by acclaimed Afrikaans singer Nadine in a Facebook post.
Cape Town will host a fournight Michael Jackson tribute show titled “Beat It The Incredible Story of Michael Jackson” from the 12th to the 15th of July. The show features South African entertainer Dantanio Goodman, the Jo Jackson Dance Co, and Daphne Jubber Studio of Dance. The production is a blend of narrative and performance, aiming to reveal the man behind the iconic gloves, fedoras, and lavish costumes.
