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The South African netball team has suffered a significant setback as their star player, Lenize Potgieter, has been ruled out of the remainder of the NWC2023 due to a knee injury. This unfortunate news comes after New Zealand’s Grace Nweke was also sidelined from the tournament. Potgieter’s absence has left the Proteas with a reshuffled lineup and created challenges ahead of crucial matchups.
The Western Cape’s tourism industry has shown impressive resilience amidst the pandemic. The sector has surpassed prepandemic levels of tourist arrivals, playing a vital role in job creation in the region. Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) has experienced significant growth in international twoway passengers, exceeding prepandemic levels by 104%. The Mother City’s recovery has outpaced the rest of South Africa, indicating a brighter future for Western Cape tourism.
South African billionaire Elon Musk has sparked a controversy surrounding the country’s political and social landscape. In a recent tweet, Musk criticized President Cyril Ramaphosa’s inaction against Julius Malema and the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) party. He accused the EFF of campaigning for genocide of white people in South Africa.
Annelisa Weiland, a seasoned actress, has been captivating audiences with her performances for over fifty years. Her passion for the arts was evident from early on, and she has explored every facet of the theater, from film to television and stage productions.
Kim Kardashian’s recent attendance at a football match in Japan has sparked discussions about the intersection of sports and popular culture. Her outing with her sevenyearold son, Saint West, to watch Paris SaintGermain play against AlNassr resulted in unforgettable moments. The encounter also brought to the forefront the growing connection between athletes and highprofile personalities.
The Netball World Cup 2023 is gearing up for a highly anticipated faceoff between the Silver Ferns of New Zealand and the SPAR Proteas of South Africa. The two teams are set to compete in their second preliminary stage group G match in Cape Town on Wednesday. This encounter promises to be an epic one, given the storied history between the two teams, and the intriguing connection between their coaches, Noeline Taurua and Norma Plummer, who have faced each other before in the former transTasman league.
With the Rugby World Cup looming, the Springboks are set to take on Argentina in a challenging warmup match. However, their lineup has been altered due to the absence of key players who have been deemed medically unfit to participate.
Thamsanqa Gabuza, a wellrespected 36yearold former Bafana Bafana player, has recently embarked on a new and exciting chapter in his football career. The former Orlando Pirates and SuperSport United striker is eager to begin his journey with TS Galaxy, following his departure from SuperSport United last month.
In Tafelsig, a suburb of Mitchells Plain, South Africa, the power of human empathy and collective action was demonstrated when a baby was abandoned in a neighbor’s driveway.
The Department of Employment and Labour has launched a series of campaigns leading up to the 9th District Development Model Presidential Imbizo in an effort to support and improve the lives of the residents of Chris Hani District Municipality. The campaign will run from 1st to 10th August 2023 and aims to bring essential services closer to the people while promoting awareness about key labour programmes and services.
The City of Cape Town has expressed concern over the possible strike of the South African National Taxi Council (SANTACO) in the Western Cape. The City has already witnessed road blockages around the Station Deck minibustaxi facility, causing traffic disruptions and hindering MyCiTi buses from exiting the central business district via Nelson Mandela Boulevard and the N2 highway. Law enforcement officials have been deployed to the scene.
A father in South Africa has been sentenced to six life sentences for the unimaginable crime of raping and impregnating his daughter. Warrant Officer Thabisho Mashililishili and Sergeant Elliot Gaya of the Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit in the ZF Mgcawu District worked diligently to bring the perpetrator to justice.
Tourism Month 2023 is set to be celebrated in South Africa, highlighting the role of domestic tourism in driving economic growth and development. Led by Minister of Tourism Patricia de Lille, the initiative aims to promote national pride and appreciation for the country’s beauty and diversity, while creating awareness about the importance of domestic tourism.
In a recent announcement by the North West Acting Premier Nono Maloyi and MEC for Social Development Lazarus Mokgosi, Dr. Fezile Ngqobe has been appointed as the acting Head of Department (HOD) for North West Social Development. The appointment, effective from August 2, 2023, is a temporary lateral transfer of the current HOD, Relebohile Mafokane, to the Office of the Premier.
The Western Cape’s agricultural industry has experienced remarkable growth and success in recent years, largely attributed to the tireless efforts of farmers and agriworkers. Despite the controversial “Kill the Farmer, Kill the Boer” song, these individuals deserve recognition for their invaluable economic contributions.
The Gauteng MEC for Transport and Logistics, Kedibone DialeTlabela, will be visiting the R24 road maintenance site on August 1, 2023. This visit is part of the Department’s #AgaLeRona Acceleration Programme, which aims to expedite road infrastructure projects. ### Accelerating Infrastructure Delivery
