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Booze Sales And Exercise Times Under Alert Level 3
28 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Following a media briefing this afternoon by co-operative governance and traditional affairs minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, we now have some clarity regarding certain alert level 3 regulations.
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How Can We Open Churches But Not Restaurants?
28 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The announcement that religious gatherings of 50 people or less could resume under alert level 3 has sparked some heated debate.
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WATCH LIVE: Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Outlines Alert Level 3 Rules [Video]
28 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Will beaches and parks be open for exercise? Are you still limited to within five kilometres of your residence? What hours will alcohol be sold? Those, and many other issues, still need clarifying.
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Government’s Reasons For Tobacco Sales Ban Finally Revealed
27 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Court papers released today outline the government’s reasons for the tobacco sales ban.
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Health Ministry Clears Up Confusion Over Entire Country Moving To Alert Level 3
27 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Finally! Following confusion yesterday evening and for most of today, South Africans have clarity about June 1 and moving to alert level 3.
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Religious Gatherings: One ‘Super Spreader’ Event That Shows The Real Danger
27 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
As South Africa readies itself for a spike in coronavirus cases and deaths, the decision to allow religious gatherings of up to 50 people has been criticised.
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One In 200 – The Cape’s Hotspots Are Getting Worse
27 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
As the extent of the COVID-19 outbreak in the Cape becomes clearer, some confusion around what will happen on June 1 remains.
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Wednesday Morning Spice
27 May 2020 by Kiernan / No Comments
Religious gatherings of up to 50 allowed. Twitter fact checks Trump. Huge Cape testing backlog. Aus, NZ players want SA out of Super Rugby. Jimmy Fallon blackface apology. Brad P’s long hair.
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Order Online Now And Avoid The Mad Booze Rush On June 1
26 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Alcohol sales are set to open from June 1, so you’d better get ahead of the game if you want to beat the crowds.
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Viral Video Shows Police Manhandling Cape Jogger
25 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A widely shared video of a jogger arrested in Strand has led to an investigation into the conduct of law enforcement.
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Dlamini-Zuma Wants To Ban Alcohol And Tobacco Sales Until Alert Level 1
22 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
News24 reports that Dlamini-Zuma has told the National Coronavirus Command Council (NCCC) that the sale of tobacco and alcohol should continue to be banned until the country reaches alert level 1.
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New COVID-19 Rules For Schools Makes Chewing Gum In Class Too Easy
22 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A new document sent to schools outlines the measures that must be in place to ensure the safety of staff and students.
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Alert Level 2, Curfew, And Cigarettes – Inside Ramaphosa’s Heated Meeting With Opposition Leaders
22 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
During a virtual meeting with opposition leaders earlier in the week, there were heated exchanges with Ramaphosa, as well as pressure from organised labour groups to hurry through the alert levels.
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Renewing Your Drivers And Car Licenses – Here’s The Latest
21 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
If your driver’s licence or motor vehicle licence disc has expired, you may be wondering how exactly to sort this out. The Department of Transport has now cleared up a few issues.
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“Potentially Destructive” – Mkhize Hits Back At SA Scientist Who Criticised Lockdown
21 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Professor Glenda Gray’s comments regarding the lockdown raised eyebrows over the weekend. Now Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has come out swinging.
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Research Team Suggests SA Lockdown Cycle Of 50 Days In, 30 Days Out
20 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
An international research team of health experts reckons South Africa would benefit from 18 months of intermittent lockdowns.
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Wednesday Morning Spice
20 May 2020 by Kiernan / No Comments
Gauteng to move to alert level 3. SA school dates confirmed. Incel terror case in Canada. What’s happening inside SA COVID-19 committee? Jordan teammate slams ‘Last Dance’. Pink Floyd feud.
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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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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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Famous Cape ‘Restaurant Of The Year’ Taking Strain Amidst Lockdown
15 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Many restaurants have been forced out of business due to lockdown regulations, and even the most famous are now struggling.
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Worried About Yourself Or Your Folks? Best Avoid These Spots [Video]
15 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Biology Professor Erin Bromage talks about the situations and activities most likely to put you at risk of contracting COVID-19.
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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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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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SAPS Brawl After Officers Break Lockdown Laws [Video]
13 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A fight broke out at a police station in George, after officers were arrested for violating lockdown rules.
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Employee Salary Cuts – Your Rights Explained
12 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Attorney Megan Harrington-Johnson unpacks your rights if your employer is talking about salary cuts.
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