South Africa, a country abundant in culture and brimming with diversity, honors Heritage Day on September 24th. This day showcases the nation’s dedication to fostering and preserving its shared legacy and pays tribute to the great individuals who fought for a united and flourishing South Africa free from racial and gender discrimination.
In the busy streets of South Africa, a revolutionary taxi service is changing how commuters pay for their transportation. Manenbergbased entrepreneur Imtiyaaz Riley has created the Loop taxi service app, which enables passengers to pay digitally via their bank cards or mobile devices. As the first service of its kind to digitize payments for a majority of taxis on its route, Loop has already begun operating on the Mitchell’s Plain/Bellville route.
The South African Policing Union (Sapu) has expressed its serious concerns about the escalating rate of police killings in the country. This comes after three law enforcement officers were brutally murdered in KwaZuluNatal, Gauteng, and Mpumalanga on the same day. As a result, Sapu referred to 15 September as a “dark day” for policing. In a statement, the union emphasized that the problem appears to be growing worse due to the increasing number of incidents involving the deaths of police officers.
In the ongoing war against crime, the impressive alliance of Mossel Bay, Overstrand, and Swartland K9 units, together with Rural Safety Units (RSUs) in the Overstrand and Swartland areas, have achieved remarkable progress. Collaborating with municipal law enforcement agencies and the South African Police Service (SAPS), these teams arrested 76 individuals from 5 September to 19 September. The arrests encompassed the Overstrand municipal area (43), the Mossel Bay region (17), and the Swartland region (16).
In anticipation of South Africa’s exuberant Heritage Day, Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront prepares for a thrilling week of celebrations, starting Saturday, 23 September. A wide range of activities catering to different interests and age groups will be available, including music, braais, Rugby World Cup screenings, and cultural experiences, ensuring an energetic and lively atmosphere.
Contrary to the usual rugbydominated sports scene in South Africa, Cape Town sports fans recently had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the NFL Experience. Over an entire weekend, this event highlighted the thrill of American football and brought the popular sport into focus on African soil. Held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), the aim of this endeavor was to generate worldwide support for a sport that has, until now, been relatively unknown in Africa.
Experience an unforgettable adventure in the heart of South Africa’s picturesque Swartland region. Located in the charming town of Malmesbury, Mother City Skydiving offers adrenaline seekers and tourists a oneofakind opportunity to defy gravity and experience unparalleled views of the area’s stunning landscapes.
The recent passing of Raymond Ackerman marked the loss of one of South Africa’s most remarkable figures. However, his legacy remains a beacon of hope for a nation grappling with multiple crises. Ackerman’s achievements brought a glimmer of optimism amidst a week of personal strife for all South Africans.
The Western Cape Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety (POCS) has recently reported that 283 cases across 33 courts and 82 South African Police Services (SAPS) stations in the province were dismissed due to police inefficiencies between October 2022 and March 2023. These cases belong to the second and third quarter reports of the POCS Court Watching Briefs (CWB) unit that monitored 153 cases in the third quarter and 130 cases in the fourth quarter.
In the town of Paarl, South Africa, around 200 women, mostly farmworkers, gathered to protest against Bayer, a European company. They demanded that the company stops exporting banned pesticides to South Africa. These women belonged to the Women on Farms Project (WFP), an organization that supports female farmworkers and farm dwellers in the Western Cape.
South African comedian Trevor Noah found himself at the center of a social media storm due to rumors about his involvement in a R33 million promotional video. In a recent interview with East Coast Radio, Noah took the opportunity to address the rumors and dispel any misconceptions.
South Africa is a country steeped in culture and history, with a rich culinary heritage. The country boasts an array of mouthwatering snacks that have been savored for generations. These snacks are not only delicious but also evoke fond memories of childhood and simpler times. Let’s take a journey through some of South Africa’s most cherished snacks that have stood the test of time.
Netflix South Africa has demonstrated its commitment to promoting diversity and authenticity in storytelling with its lineup of content for 2023 and 2024. This was made evident during the recent Fame Week 2023 and MIP Africa conference held in Cape Town.
A recent directive issued on a South African Police Service (SAPS) letterhead and signed on 23 August 2023 has instructed police officers not to arrest individuals for personal cultivation and possession of cannabis. The directive warns that noncompliant officers may face disciplinary action.
Amid the UkraineRussia conflict, South Africa was accused of supplying weapons to Russia. However, an independent investigation was conducted into the matter, and the findings have debunked these claims. ## No Evidence Found to Support Claims
Premier Alan Winde of South Africa has expressed disappointment with President Cyril Ramaphosa’s failure to address the looming fiscal crisis in the 2023 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF). Despite Premier Winde’s letter urging President Ramaphosa to prioritize the matter, it was not included in the agenda of the President’s Coordinating Council (PCC) meeting on September 1. This neglect has prompted Premier Winde to take matters into his own hands.
