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In Mossel Bay, a popular tourist spot in South Africa, a tour guide recently had an unforgettable experience. While conducting a diving tour with great white sharks, Mark Graham captured a spinechilling moment on tape. A threemetrelong predator leapt out of the water, seized a sizable chunk of bait in its formidable jaws, and thrashed it about until it was torn apart.
The Bellville Commercial Crimes Court has recently postponed the case of Paul Matthew Hatting, who faces fraud, corruption, and money laundering charges. The allegations involve a R49 million City of Cape Town tender and provides a glimpse into the murky world of tender fraud and corruption in South Africa.
In recent times, South Africa’s Western Cape has witnessed a surge in gangrelated shootings, resulting in the deaths of six individuals. The increasing violence has sparked concerns among residents and local organizations about the safety of the community. ## The Most Recent Shootings in Manenberg
On May 31, Cape Town welcomed a new addition to its already breathtaking scenery and vibrant culture – a monumental symbol of unity known as the “Ring that binds us.” This largescale replica of the renowned Cape Town Ring, standing at the V&A Waterfront, is poised to become a mustvisit landmark for tourists and locals alike.
In the midst of escalating violence in Sudan, the United States has imposed sanctions on Sudanese leaders responsible for the breakdown of the country’s ceasefire efforts. This move comes after a ceasefire brokered by the US and Saudi Arabia was violated by both the national army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), resulting in the deaths of 18 civilians and injuries to 106 others.
The Democratic Alliance (DA) in KwaZuluNatal (KZN) is calling for the former KZN Health MEC, Dr. Sibongiseni Dhlomo, to be held accountable for the alleged corruption involving the procurement of mobile clinics in 2013. This case emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability in government departments and the need for adherence to procurement procedures.
Kaizer Chiefs’ Dillan Solomons, a prominent football player, recently took to Instagram to share the news of his becoming a father. The 27yearold right back expressed his excitement and anticipation for this new chapter in his life. ## Announcement and Celebrations
Pearl Thusi has become a renowned figure in the South African entertainment industry, having achieved a distinguished career as an activist, model, and presenter. Born on May 13, 1988, in KwaZuluNatal, South Africa, the 35yearold celebrity has also received international recognition for her outstanding work.
As a cold front sweeps through the region, there has been a surge in electricityrelated service requests. The residents are advised to prepare for the cold, damp, and blustery conditions that are expected to persist over the weekend. The inclement weather can further worsen power service issues, leading to a rise in demand for assistance.
Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) achieved a significant milestone in April 2023 as the airport’s share of overseas tourists reached full recovery compared to its prepandemic levels in April 2019. During the month, CTIA recorded a total of 67,747 tourist arrivals via air, with 87% coming from overseas markets and the remaining 13% from the African continent, according to the monthly tourism report from Wesgro, the Western Cape Government’s trade, investment, and tourism promotion agency.
The Western Cape province in South Africa is committed to a sustainable future, and it is making significant strides towards achieving this goal. One of the ways the province is supporting the use of renewable energy sources is through tax incentives, as highlighted by the Director of Personal Income Tax at the National Treasury, Marle Van Niekerk, during Premier Alan Winde’s 13th Energy Digicon.
On June 2nd, Cape Town Mayor Geordin HillLewis was honored during a ceremony held in Saldanha for receiving the city’s clean audit award for the 202122 financial year from the Auditor General (AG). This award recognizes the city’s unwavering commitment to transparency, integrity, and excellence in governance. It also demonstrates Cape Town’s focus on improving the lives of its citizens by ensuring public funds are used efficiently and effectively.
Mayor Geordin HillLewis of Cape Town has recently ignited enthusiasm among the city’s residents by involving them in the naming of the new antilitter mascot. After receiving hundreds of creative suggestions, a shortlist of five names was prepared by the city officials.
Over 200 South African firefighters will join Canadian firefighters to combat the wildfires that have been devastating the province of Alberta. The Working on Fire program initiated by the South African Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment facilitated this remarkable international collaboration. This marks the fifth deployment of South African firefighters to Canada.
The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Thembi Nkadimeng, has recently expressed her support and appreciation for the 2021/22 audit reports released by the Auditor General of South Africa (AGSA) on 31 May 2023. The audit reports provide valuable insights into the performance of individual municipalities across the country under the theme of “A culture of accountability will improve service delivery.”
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) in partnership with the Limpopo Economic Development Agency (LEDA) will host a workshop on June 9, 2023, at Bolivia Lodge, Polokwane. This workshop aims to expose the Limpopo private sector to export opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The event follows a successful inaugural workshop in KwaZuluNatal last week.
