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South Africa
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Latest SA Coronavirus Death Toll Projection Makes For Very Disturbing Reading [Video]
20 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
According to projections by the SA COVID-19 modelling consortium, consisting of scientists and experts advising the government, South Africa will see a huge spike in coronavirus deaths by November.
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Eastern Cape Health MEC Says This ‘Fart’ Video Is Fake
19 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Eastern Cape health MEC Sindiswa Gomba has come out swinging, hitting back at the stink surrounding the now-viral ‘fart’ video.
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Ramaphosa Laughs Off Arrest As Video Shows Him Snapping Selfies
19 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
On Sunday morning, President Ramaphosa went for a stroll in Rosebank, leading to criticism that he hasn’t been adhering to physical distancing protocol.
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Warning – Do NOT Pay The Fine If Arrested During Lockdown
19 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Lockdown fines can range from R500 to R5 000, but there’s a reason it’s called an admission of guilt fine.
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Here Are The SA Districts Least Likely To Downgrade To Alert Level 3
19 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Analysis by the Department of Health has revealed the districts in SA hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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People Keep Posting Pictures Of Themselves Breaking Lockdown Rules
18 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Not only are people ignoring the lockdown regulations, but they’re posting pictures of it online, too.
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Karoo Could Become Post-Coronavirus Tourism Hotspot
18 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
When South Africans are once again allowed to travel recreationally, the Karoo could become a “low-viral tourism” hotspot.
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SA Online Shopping – What People Are Snapping Up
18 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Last week, it was announced that all goods (other than tobacco and alcohol) may be sold through e-commerce platforms. South Africans wasted no time getting stuck in.
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Bad News For Cape Cocaine Fiends After Drug Bust
18 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
In the early hours of Sunday morning, a truck transporting cocaine was intercepted en route to Cape Town.
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Pieter-Steph Du Toit Contract Saga Continues [Video]
18 May 2020 by Kiernan / No Comments
Uncertainty remains around the future of Springbok star Pieter-Steph Du Toit, who is now technically a free agent following recent developments.
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These South Africans Featured On The UK Sunday Times 2020 Rich List
18 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Every year, the UK Sunday Times publishes a list of the 1 000 richest people in the country, which includes South Africans with links to Britain.
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BBC Asks If Afrikaans Is In Danger Of “Dying Out”
18 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The BBC looked into language politics in South Africa to determine whether or not Afrikaans was in danger of “dying out”.
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SA Scientists Say They Are Being “Sidelined” As Lockdown Backlash Grows
18 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Members of the ministerial advisory committee have spoken out about not being consulted on key decisions by government, although Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize disagrees.
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Better Be Quick If You Want To Take Advantage Of This Red Wine Special
15 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
We’re heading into the winter months, which is when quality red wine really earns its stripes. There’s no harm in sorting out what you’ll be drinking ahead of time.
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R3 000 A Carton – SA’s Smokers Are Getting Very, Very Desperate
15 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Smokers around the country are now being faced with some very tough decisions, as the cost of cheap knock-off brands skyrockets.
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SARS Announces Changes To Tax Season 2020
15 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
On May 5, SARS announced new tax filing seasons and a much more heavy-handed approach to those who don’t comply.
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The Rules For Moving Home Have Changed Again
15 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The government has now repealed the restrictive ‘who can move’ measures that were first published last week.
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Scathing Takedown Of Ramaphosa And Our Government’s Lockdown Rules
15 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
As we hit the seven-week mark of our national lockdown, patience is wearing thin. In the case of the Daily Maverick’s Richard Poplak, it’s worn through.
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Liquor Stores Are Genuinely Worried About Alert Level 3 Chaos
14 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
If you’ve been dreaming of buying booze on the first morning of alert level 3, you’re not alone. With reduced trading hours, though, liquor stores are worried about total chaos.
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Inside Wits University’s COVID-19 Rapid Test Study (And How You Can Help)
14 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The immunology department at Witwatersrand University is testing existing rapid tests for COVID-19 to determine their accuracy.
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One COVID-19 Graph That Should Really Worry Cape Town
14 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
As much of the country readies itself for a drop to alert level 3 at the end of May, those in Cape Town have reason to worry that they may be left behind.
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Looks Like The Cape Flats Gang Truce Is Over
14 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
For a while, it appeared that the coronavirus outbreak had led to a truce between rival gangs on the Cape Flats.
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London-Based Hedge Fund Investors Bet Big Money On South Africa
14 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A hedge fund with a reputation for making risky but profitable bets has put their faith in, and bet their money on, South Africa.
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Sorry, What? Decoding Ramaphosa’s Latest Level 3 Announcement
14 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Following last night’s address to the nation, where he touched on when we can expect a drop to alert level 3, President Ramaphosa has been accused of being vague and short on specifics.
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WATCH LIVE: President Ramaphosa Addresses The Nation [Video]
13 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Tonight, at 8:30PM, President Cyril Ramaphosa will once again address the nation.
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Latest Hijacking Stats Show Crooks Are Back At Work
13 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Unfortunately, while many industries remain closed during lockdown, criminals are getting back to work.
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Expert Advice On Saving Money During Lockdown [Video]
13 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Many South Africans need to start changing their relationship with money, if we’re going to make it out of this pandemic financially sound.
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Police Escort For Alleged Drug Kingpin Heavily Criticised [Video]
13 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A SAPS officer is under investigation after a video surfaced of him providing alleged drug kingpin ‘Teddy Mafia’ with a police escort home.
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New Bok Coach Will Focus On Three Key Areas
13 May 2020 by Kiernan / No Comments
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber has some pretty big boots to fill, and has identified three areas that are key to the Springboks’ continued success.
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Fear Spreads At Cape Care Home As Coronavirus Hits
13 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Cape Town-based care home, Nazareth House, is coming under increased scrutiny from worried family members, after recording four cases of COVID-19 among residents, and 11 among staff.
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