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The City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has announced a series of maintenance works on the water supply infrastructure. These necessary upgrades and repairs are integral for the longterm benefit of customers. However, residents in the affected areas may experience disruptions in their water supply during the maintenance period, which will take place from June 21st to June 23rd.
In a strategic operation conducted by the South African Police Service (SAPS) on June 21, 2033, two illegal miners were apprehended in the Sekhukhune District. This crackdown, which occurred in the Driekop policing area’s Mooihoek Mountain, near the Black Chrome shaft, highlights the government’s continued efforts to combat illicit mining activities.
Cape Town, the picturesque coastal city of South Africa, is embarking on an ambitious journey to reshape its infrastructure landscape. The endeavor comes after Cape Town City Council approved a massive R43 billion (about €2.5 billion) infrastructure investment budget to be allocated over the medium term.
The Ministerial Task Team (MTT) has called for captive lion owners who are interested in voluntarily exiting the captive lion industry to register their interest. This move is part of a broader effort to end the commercial use of captive lions and their derivatives.
The suburb of Wynberg in Cape Town is set to undergo significant changes with the MyCiTi bus service’s new routes and infrastructure. This project, approved by the Council in 2019, will enhance the area’s traffic flow, public transport, as well as improve accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists.
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is currently investigating allegations of maladministration within Fort Hare University, South Africa. However, legal challenges have arisen that impact the SIU’s ability to carry out its investigation, particularly because the allegations involve Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane.
Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment, Ms. Makhotso Sotyu, is spearheading a Youth Month Outreach Programme in De Doorns, Western Cape, to promote environmental awareness and encourage ecofriendly practices among the younger generation. The event, which is happening on June 22, 2023, is themed “Accelerating Collaborations and Opportunities to Improve the Lives of the Youth.”
Rondebosch East, Cape Town, is currently experiencing a power outage due to a recent cable fault. The city’s electricity teams are working diligently to restore power to households in the affected area and its surroundings. However, this task has proven to be challenging, both technically and humanwise.
Despite the establishment of monitoring and reporting mechanisms for employment equity, the EEA’s impact has not achieved its intended goals after 25 years. The representation of previously disadvantaged individuals in senior management positions and specific industries remains inadequate, and corporate South Africa reflects the economically privileged population rather than the economically active one.
In Botshabelo, located in the Free State Province of South Africa, the Department of Tourism, along with the Department of Small Business Development and the Free State Department of Economic Development, Small Business, Tourism and Environment Affairs, is organizing a community engagement event aimed at empowering the youth in the tourism sector.
The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) has been a guiding force in promoting gender equality and addressing genderbased discrimination and inequality issues in South Africa and beyond. Recently, the organization underwent a significant leadership change as its Chief Executive Officer, Ms. Phelisa Nkomo, mutually agreed to part ways with the organization on June 19, 2023.
Kaizer Chiefs is making a huge decision by potentially appointing Nasreddine Nabi as their new head coach. The team is currently dealing with the implications of this decision, especially in terms of the future of Arthur Zwane and the support staff. In this article, we will discuss the unfolding situation and what it means for the club.
Solo travel has become increasingly popular in recent years, with more people looking to embark on personal journeys of selfdiscovery and adventure. Coordinating schedules with friends or family is now a thing of the past, as travelers turn to the internet to research solofriendly destinations and pack their bags for exciting solo escapades.
The global premiere of Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning Part One took place at the iconic Spanish Steps in Rome, featuring breathtaking locations from Italy, Norway, the UK, and the United Arab Emirates. Fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting the sequel’s release on June 28, 2024.
Bola Tinubu, the newly elected President of Nigeria, has wasted no time in making significant decisions since his inauguration on May 29. Despite ongoing challenges to the outcome of the February elections, Tinubu has taken proactive steps to address the country’s most pressing concerns.
District Six, a historic neighborhood in Cape Town, is set to welcome a new homeless adult shelter called the Hope Exchange Shelter. The proposed facility aims to provide refuge for individuals living on the streets. The public consultation process is currently underway until July 14, allowing residents and concerned parties to share their thoughts on the initiative.
