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A viral video of Dr. Nandipha Magudumana, a celebrity aesthetics doctor, walking outside the Bloemfontein Magistrates Court without handcuffs has caused widespread debate on social media. Dr. Nandipha is currently facing multiple charges, including assisting a convicted criminal to escape from custody, tampering with a corpse, fraud, and defeating the ends of justice. She appeared in court on 20 June alongside her boyfriend, Thabo Bester, and seven others, and is scheduled to reappear on 8 August.
SuperSport United has made a significant acquisition by securing the services of Phathutshedzo Nange, the recently released Kaizer Chiefs midfielder. The signing of Nange is a positive step for the team as he brings not only talent but also familiarity with SuperSport United’s coach, Gavin Hunt.
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) recently received a report on the suspected deaths of 31 illegal miners, who are believed to be Basotho nationals. The miners were reported missing in a ventilation shaft of Shaft 5 Virginia mine in Welkom, Free State province. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Relations of the Kingdom of Lesotho communicated the message to the High Commission of South Africa on May 18, 2023, stating that these suspected illegal miners may have lost their lives in a mine ventilation shaft that was last operational in the 1990s.
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) in KwaZuluNatal is partnering with Umgeni and Mhlathuze Water to host the National Water and Sanitation Youth Indaba on June 2630, 2023, at the Durban International Convention Centre. The event aims to bring together young professionals in the water and sanitation industry to generate innovative ideas and find solutions to challenges in the sector.
The construction and civil engineering sectors in Ireland are facing a critical skill shortage that South African graduates can help address. The Department of Employment and Labour of South Africa is collaborating with the Irish Government’s Department of Social Protection in a recruitment drive to find highly skilled South African graduates to work in Ireland.
The Durban Port is one of the major players in the maritime industry and has recently been targeted by global drug cartels for drug trafficking activities. Due to the strategic risks that the maritime environment poses to the nation’s economic security, stronger efforts are needed to combat criminality, marine exploitation, and ensure economic productivity.
The celebration of Pride Month has recently sparked controversy in South Africa due to the antiLGBTQ+ statements made by Turkish immigrant Mr. Mehmet Vefa Dag, the President of the Truth and Solidary Movement Party. The rainbow strip painted on Somerset Road in Greenpoint, Cape Town, which represents the LGBTQ+ community, has been met with disapproval by Dag.
South African comedian Trevor Noah has signed with Spotify to host a new podcast scheduled to debut later this year. The streaming giant aims to captivate its audience of over 100 million podcast listeners with engaging storytelling from one of the world’s most brilliant and distinctive voices.
The highly anticipated Decorex Cape Town design exhibition opened on June 21, 2023, and was officially launched by Alderman James Vos, Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth. The event hosts over 200 unique brands and takes place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from June 22 to 25. This event showcases the vibrant design culture of Cape Town and the remarkable talents of local creators.
In the Somerset West area of Cape Town, a group of scammers has been targeting unsuspecting residents by impersonating City officials and convincing them to part with their money for fictitious electricityrelated services. ## The Sophisticated Modus Operandi of the Scammers
The electrification project in Gugulethu’s Khikhi and NY61 areas is a significant milestone for the community. The initiative has connected 571 households to the electricity grid, transforming the living conditions of the residents and improving their safety by eliminating the need for open flames.
The Eastern Cape Department of Rural Development and Agrarian Reform (DRDAR) has taken a significant step towards empowering women in agriculture by promoting household food gardens. These initiatives spark economic freedom for both farmers and their employees, as evidenced by the success of Nontuthuzelo Mbele from Goso Village in the Alfred Nzo District.
The Western Cape government is committed to making the province the most businessfriendly in South Africa. In line with this goal, the government has recently launched the Municipal Red Tape Reduction Challenge Fund for the 2023/24 fiscal year. Spearheaded by Mireille Wenger, the Western Cape MEC for Finance and Economic Opportunities, the fund aims to remove barriers to business operations and streamline processes, thus fostering economic growth and creating additional jobs.
Robben Island, a revered UNESCO World Heritage Site and a symbol of South Africa’s struggle for freedom, is undergoing a major revitalization. Public Works and Infrastructure Minister, Sihle Zikalala, announced the progress made in repairing and restoring the island’s infrastructure while adhering to South African Heritage Resources Agency (SAHRA) principles and international best practices.
The April family, consisting of 15 members comprising grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, has been living in a single room that was once their grandparents’. They have been enduring hardship for the past two decades. However, their plight caught the attention of MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements, and Traditional Affairs, Nono Maloyi, who visited the deeply impoverished family along with Head of Department Kgomotso Mahlobo.
The Western Cape Department of Agriculture is taking steps to address the energy crisis facing the agriculture sector in the region. The recent Energy Summit held in Rawsonville brought together various stakeholders, including farmers, energy experts, and officials, to find innovative solutions to the challenge.
