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Dear Editor The FF Plus is cautiously optimistic about the newly proposed regulations for the location of the radio telescopes of the international SKA project. The regulations propose that a smaller area must be set aside for the project. The Minister of Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande, published it on 18 July in the …
Peter Marais: FF Plus MPL in Western Cape Legislature speaks after the FF Plus tabled a bill in the Western Cape Legislature requesting the recognition of West Capetonians as a distinct people with the right to self-determination. This request is based on international law as well as the South African Constitution, and aimed at allowing …
Contribution by Wouter Wessels, FF Plus MP (This contribution also appeared in the Rapport newspaper on 25 June 2023 with the title: Short-sighted yes-manship paves the way for even worse suffering): Africa is, like the rest of the world, heavily burdened by high inflation rates due to sky-rocketing food prices and the high cost of …
Excerpt from Dr Corné Mulder’s speech last week at a business brunch in Sandton: I serve as the FF Plus’s Chief Whip in Parliament. At the moment, I am the longest serving Member of Parliament. It is terrible; I have been there for many, many years. Some of you may remember that there was once …
Dear Editor Like with the Lady R, government is not playing open cards regarding the Russian freight plane landing at Waterkloof The ANC has not been playing open cards with South Africa regarding the freight plane of a private Russian company, Aviacon Zitotrans, which landed at the Waterkloof Air Force Base on 24 April this …
The FF Plus asked and answered the following question: “Can South Africa afford to have Paul Mashatile as president?” by saying; “The answer is a definite no!” South Africa still has not recovered from the state capture that occurred under the presidency of Jacob Zuma and cannot afford a second wave of state capture under …
Dear Editor The NHI Bill which the ANC government is bulldozing through parliament is ignoring the concerns of medical professionals. Thousands of medical professionals have added their voices rejecting this sham of a bill through a petition. The DA believes that universal health care and coverage should be pursued, but the NHI Bill is not …
The Western Cape Government’s Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDAT) and the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), the largest exchange on the continent, announced a multi-year Small to Medium Enterprises (SME) development programme to stimulate the growth of the SME sector in the province. Speaking at the launch, Western Cape Minister of Finance and Economic …
Activists must take action over pollution as City of Johannesburg municipal manager Floyd Brink and former manager Bryne Maduka failed to stop year-long sewage spill blamed on infrastructure failure. On Freedom Day last year the generator at the Goudkoppies Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW) broke down, so sewage inflow had to be rerouted to nearby Bushkoppies …
Dear Editor The DA will call on the parliamentary portfolio committee on transport chairperson, Regina Mina Mpontseng Lesoma, to request that a joint memorandum from various legal entities regarding the mismanagement of the Road Accident Fund (RAF) be tabled and extensively discussed by the committee. The committee must develop actionable steps to address the outlined …
KWAZULU-NATAL – Today, police at Port Shepstone responded to a shooting incident at the Port Shepstone taxi rank. It is alleged that unknown gunmen approached a taxi and opened fire on the occupants. Four of the occupants died as a result of the shooting, whilst a further four were transported to hospital with gunshot wounds. …
NORTHERN CAPE – On 24 July 2023 at about 18:45, members of the Kimberley SAPS Flying Squad and Crime Intelligence unit followed up on information of dagga allegedly in transit on a taxi inbound from the North West en-route to Springbok in the Northern Cape. The taxi was stopped and searched at a Vehicle Check …
Dear Editor Yesterday, the DA continued with the #EndSchoolPitToilets oversight visits in the Free State. DA Shadow Minister of Basic Education, Baxolile Nodada, and DA Shadow Deputy Minister of Basic Education, Marina van Zyl, were accompanied by the DA’s Spokesperson for Basic Education in the Free State, Mariette Pittaway. The first oversight was at a …
Dear Editor The Democratic Alliance (DA) extends its best wishes to His Royal Highness, Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, having learned of his readmission to hospital to heal after a minor procedure to relieve prolonged back pain. We wish HRH a speedy and full recovery, and stand in solidarity with his political home, the Inkatha Freedom Party …
Dear Editor The DA notes that after almost two years since the devastating floods that left Deelpan residents homeless in the Tswaing Local Municipality and the R54,9 million made available by the North West Provincial Government to reconstruct damaged homes, many remain destitute. While the DA acknowledges the provincial government’s intention to rebuild houses for …
EcoFlow (https://apo-opa.info/43Du8VF), a leading global sustainable energy solutions company, is thrilled to announce the opening of its first showroom in Africa, located at the Canal Walk Shopping Centre in Cape Town, South Africa.
The EcoFlow showroom, covering an area of approximately 100 square meters, officially opened its doors to the public on July 22, with free entry and no prior appointment required. The opening event attracted hundreds of visitors and users to the showroom. Visitors enjoyed the opportunity to explore EcoFlow's energy product ecosystem, covering everything from energy generation and storage to consumption, including its flagship DELTA 2 and RIVER 2 series portable power stations, Power Kits and Smart Home Panel solutions for home energy backup, as well as a range of eco-friendly products, such as solar panels, smart generators and battery-powered smart devices.
The opening of the EcoFlow showroom marks an important milestone for South African users. "We are excited to bring our industry-leading products to South Africa and provide users with reliable energy sources and sustainable energy solutions," said Joy Wu, Head of LAMEA&APAC at EcoFlow. "The showroom serves as a dedicated platform for users to experience our energy solutions firsthand."
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The groundbreaking DELTA 2 sets a new standard for home energy storage. With expandable capacity from 1kWh to 3kWh and a total rated output of 1800W (X-boost 2400W), DELTA 2 can power 90% of household appliances for hours, providing peace of mind during power outages. Its advanced X-Stream technology, including the ability to charge in just 80 minutes, makes it a reliable and efficient solution for homes and small businesses. Equipped with LFP batteries, the DELTA 2 promises 3,000 battery cycles and can be used for almost 10 years.
EcoFlow RIVER 2 Series: the best-in-class entry-level portable power station
RIVER 2 (https://apo-opa.info/471BFjV) and RIVER 2 Max offer unparalleled portability and performance for home power backup, outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers. Using the same X-Stream technology as DELTA 2, RIVER 2 and RIVER 2 Max can be fully charged in an hour. Thanks to LFP batteries, both can give you a decade of daily use. Weighing in at just 3.5kg and 6.1kg respectively, these lightweight powerhouses provide on-the-go power solutions wherever you need it. The 256Wh capacity of the RIVER 2 can fully charge an iPhone up to 19 times, while the RIVER 2 Max doubles this capacity.
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Power Kits are the world's first integrated, plug-and-play power solutions designed especially for off-grid homes and RVs. Giving you an expandable capacity of up to 15kWh and 3600W Max AC output, Power Kits can basically power most of the essential appliances for days. Moreover, multiple methods of charging using a combination of AC, vehicle alternator, solar panels and our Smart Generator keep you with a stable supply of electricity.
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About EcoFlow:
EcoFlow is a leading eco-friendly energy solutions company with the vision to power a new world. Since its founding in 2017, EcoFlow aims to become a reliable and trusted energy companion for individuals and families across the world, providing accessible and renewable power solutions at home, outdoors, and in mobile spaces. Today, with operational headquarters located in the USA, Germany, and Japan, EcoFlow has empowered more than 2.5 million users in over 100 markets worldwide.
Today, 24 July 2023, DA Shadow Minister of Police, Andrew Whitfield MP, will be laying criminal charges against Police Minister Bheki Cele and National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola. The charges are in connection with the illegal possession of spy equipment, known as “grabbers,” by the South African Police Service (SAPS). In a recent revelation, Minister …
Dear Editor The DA welcomes the latest announcement from IPID that after weeks of stalling, the blue light bullies will be processed at Sandton Police Station today and appear in Randburg Magistrate’s Court tomorrow. This comes after the DA lodged a complaint with IPID which prompted IPID’s investigation. Independent Police Investigative Directorate spokesman Robbie Raburabu …
POLOKWANE – A former Limpopo Police Captain has been convicted and sentenced in the Giyani Regional Court for murder and attempted murder. Dennis Paradise Nghunyulu (59), who was attached to the Modjadjiskloof Police Station, was convicted of the murder of 23 year old Osi Mkhabela and attempted murder of his elder brother aged 26, following …
GAUTENG – On Thursday, 20 July 2023 Hawks’ Serious Organized Crime investigation in Gauteng have arrested two foreign nationals aged between 42 and 50 for drugs and drug trafficking act charges. Information was received and operationalised of two foreign nationals who were allegedly dealing in drugs at a taxi rank in Randburg. The multi-disciplinary team …
POLOKWANE – The South African Police Service in Lebowakgomo are investigating a case of burglary business that occurred at a workshop in Lebowakgomo on Friday 21 July 2023. According to Police report, two motor vehicles belonging to the State were reportedly stolen from the premises .They were brought in for mechanical repairs. The owner of …
The police have arrested two suspects following the discovery of a young man’s body. The team work between Phuthaditjhaba Public Order Police Unit, Police Cult Investigating Unit, Tactical Response Team and Namahadi police together with Phuthaditjhaba Rescue and Diving Unit and Maluti-a-Phofung Municipalality Fire and Rescue, retrieved the missing head of the late young man …
Dear Editor Vulnerable South African households continue to suffer and struggle to put food on the table leading to malnutrition. Rising food inflation has exacerbated this issue with research done by the University of Witswatersrand showing that one in five households in the country is food insecure. The DA’s Social Development Policy proposes various solutions …
Dear Editor The ANC government has failed to stop load-shedding. To make up for this failure the Minister of Electricity proposed a new programme to install smart meters, which will pave the way for the government to control electricity usage. The DA has submitted a PAIA request to ascertain if such a programme does exist, …