Acquire your say on revised water use licence regulations
The Department of Water and Sanitation has published the revised Regulations regarding the Procedural Requirements for Water Use Licence applications for public comment.
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Life In Colour Art Exhibition – Featuring The Launch Of Our Delightful Seasonal Winter Menu
South Hill Vineyards will be hosting an art exhibition titled ‘Life in Colour’ on the 10th of June where welcome drinks and canapés will be served at the event. A perfect opportunity to take the time to admire local artists’ work. In addition, South Hill will also be introducing their delicious brand-new seasonal menu. You …
Red Zone community and City seek ways to terminate no-go zone status
Residents hold meeting while City launches specialised policing units to protect its workers and infrastructure
Wildside TIMES Issue #6 Is Out!
5 June 2023 Wildside TIMES – St Francis Bay Community Magazine is back on shelves and has an online edition. St Francis Bay: Issue six of our local St Francis Bay community magazine, Wildside Times, is out. The magazine is on shelves around the village and with a digital edition. Contents Cover Photo The amazing cover …
W Cape launches R5m export booster fund
The Western Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism has launched the Export Competitiveness Enhancement Programme (ECEP), which aims to support businesses that are export-ready or working towards meeting international market requirements.
Absa RUSH YOUR CITY Series returns to The City of Gold on Heritage Day
The Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K is set to bring the Heritage Day celebrations to the streets of Jozi on Sunday 24 September 2023. A mass participation road running series that features an impressive Elite Racing Element, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series consists of five iconic races in Gqeberha, Cape Town, Durban, Tshwane …
Shawu’s Hills tree changers
If you’re looking to slow down and embark on a much-needed lifestyle change, Shawu’s Hills Wildlife Estate is the perfect investment to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Urban life has become increasingly busy and stressful, and with the new potential for remote work, more and more people are choosing to semigrate to …
SA, Portugal to deepen collaboration on energy
President Cyril Ramaphosa says his meeting with his Portugal counterpart, President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, is an opportunity to deepen the two countries’ collaboration on energy, which is a crucial field.
How the LG UltraWide monitor is revolutionising remote working and learning
The global pandemic has fundamentally changed how we work and learn. Today, thousands of people have the luxury of being productive from the comfort of their own homes. The world has become so accustomed to remote work that we’ve kitted out our home setups with everything we would typically have access to on-site to facilitate …
The Secret to Success: A Step-by-Step Search Engine Optimization Audit Guide for your site
A brand-new life for your site – Seems great, right? You can unlock it by delving right into the midst of your site’s SEO Audit as well as developing a masterpiece of online optimization. So, What is an SEO Audit? It is an extensive evaluation of your website that examines its efficiency, structure, and also …
Ninety municipalities ordered to address water challenges
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has issued non-compliance notices to 90 municipalities instructing them to correct the shortcomings identified in the Green Drop Report.
Accounting profession at a crossroads
Recent accounting failures have put the role of the public accounting firm in the modern economy in the spotlight. The focus in recent years has been on the fact that the accounting profession is attracting less and less people to the industry and is then struggling to retain the professionals who are remaining in the …
Let The Bay Warm You This Winter With Awesome Local Music
It is with the warmth of the roaring fireplace, a jovial atmosphere, and some awesome music that Bay Harbour Market welcomes you this Winter to enjoy local musicians doing what they do best. Musos from all over Cape Town will be performing on the Sound Stage every weekend this June to bring you music of …
Man dragged naked from his shack seeks R1.4 Million in Damages
Bulelani Qolani is suing the City for R1.4-million
Report shows decline in drinking water quality
The 2023 Blue Drop Watch Report has revealed that there has been a deterioration in drinking water quality since the last blue drop report was done.
How To Be The Tenant Landlords Are Looking For
The rental market is becoming increasingly competitive and, if you want to secure the rental property you really want, then you need to become known as “a good tenant”. Landlords want to hold on to good tenants, and real estate agents have all sorts of ways of vetting whether you are one – or not. …
SA, Portugal sign Agreement on Defence Cooperation
South Africa and Portugal have signed an Agreement on Defence Cooperation, which is expected to provide a legal framework for closer cooperation for the two countries.
Africa’s Green Economy Summit Returns In 2024 With Sanlam Investments As Title Sponsor
Africa’s Green Economy Summit will return to the Western Cape from 21-23 February 2024, with Sanlam Investments coming on board as the host event organiser. Building on the success of the inaugural event held in Cape Town in February 2023, the 2024 event will once again connect the global investment community with investment prospects in …
Common African Bird Calls – Banded Martin to Burchell’s Coucal
See and hear the calls of the following common African Bird Species: Banded Martin | Barn Owl | Bar-throated Apalis | Black Cuckoo | Black Cuckooshrike | Black Verreaux’s Eagle | Black Korhaan | Black Sawing Swallow | Black Sparrowhawk | Black or Amethyst Sunbird | Black Widowfinch / Dusky Indigobird | Black-bellied Starling | …
SA Team off to Paris Para Athletics Championships
A squad of 26 athletes and officials will proudly represent South Africa at this year’s World Para Athletics Championships in Paris, France, from 8 to 17 July. The team comprises a great blend of experienced athletes who have excelled at various international para events. Among them, Paralympians Ndodomzi Jonathan Ntutu, Zanele Situ, Tyron Pillay, Louzanne …
Agriculture Sector Battles With Challenges
“As widely expected, South Africa posted a pedestrian GDP growth of 0.4% in the first quarter of 2023 thus avoiding a technical recession. While eight of the industries recorded growth, agriculture was a major drag on growth as it deteriorated further by double digit levels. After contracting by 2.4% y/y in the fourth quarter of …
Chapter 10 institution compromised
Dear Editor The Democratic Alliance (DA) firmly opposes the appointment of Mr. Errol Vincent Magerman as Commissioner of the Public Service Commission (PSC). The appointment will be another instance of flagrant cadre deployment by the ruling party. We urgently call on the President to reject his recommendation as a suitable candidate for commissioner. The PSC, …
African Heads of State to embark on peace mission to Ukraine and Russia
President Cyril Ramaphosa along with six African Heads of State will in the coming weeks travel to Ukraine and Russia on an African Peace Initiative concerning the war in Ukraine.
Web 3.0 Technologies Take Centre Stage: Emurgo Africa Set to unveil Africa’s first State of Web 3.0 in Africa Report
Cape Town, South Africa – June 06, 2023 – A comprehensive State of Web 3.0 in Africa Report, is set to be released on June 23, 2023. The report highlights the rapidly-evolving landscape of Web 3.0 technologies in African countries, providing in-depth analysis of their impact, opportunities, and challenges and offering recommendations for fostering growth …