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IN PICS | Inside the 2024 African Bank Soweto Marathon: Hundreds of comrades from all walks of life gathered in Nasrec, Johannesburg for the 2024 African Bank Soweto Marathon on Sunday. Here are some of the moments captured by SowetanLIVE: .continue reading HERE. Libraries and Museums:Pietermaritzburg features several libraries and museums, such as the …
CoJ to launch water awareness campaign as supply challenges escalate: The City of Johannesburg is set to launch a mega awareness campaign to alert households to use water sparingly as supply challenges escalate. The province is faced with a severe water shortage issue, which could see households spending the festive season with dry taps. The …
Dramatic shootout at Diepkloof Interchange: civilian takes down hijackers: In a shocking turn of events at the Diepkloof Interchange, an armed civilian defended himself against a group of suspected hijackers, leading to a deadly confrontation on a routine Tuesday morning. According to various witness reports, six men in two cars attempted to pull a motorist …
Starting XIs: TS Galaxy v Pirates | Kickoff: Jose Riveiro, head coach of Orlando Pirates and players during the Betway Premiership match between Orlando Pirates and SuperSport United at Orlando Stadium on October 22, 2024 in Johannesburg, South Africa. League leaders Orlando Pirates face off against TS Galaxy in a Betway Premiership clash at the …
Pick n Pay to exit Nigeria: South African grocery retailer Pick n Pay will exit Nigeria by selling its 51% share of a joint venture as part of plans to restructure outside of its home market, CEO Sean Summers said on Monday, 28 October 2024. The retailer has two stores in Nigeria, having entered the market …
City of Joburg implements water restrictions: Joburg mayor Dada Morero says the water situation in Johannesburg is part of a greater national crisis that requires immediate action. He says water restrictions are needed to encourage responsible usage by residents. Morero detailed the steps the metro is taking to address the supply challenges. “The water situation …
This is how former Joburg mayor allegedly scammed Sowetans: Victims describe Gwamanda’s swindling tactics | The Citizen: Gwamanda has been placed on special leave while he tries to clear his name. A Soweto man who was scammed, allegedly by the former mayor of Johannesburg Kabelo Gwamanda, says he was promised great wealth and financial freedom. Gwamanda, …
Torque Media mourns sudden loss of Rachelle Jaques: At the time of her passing, Jaques was a director of Torque Media, who managed the Johannesburg sales portfolio. “As Torque Media we are deeply saddened by her passing and are at a loss for words. Her energy, love for people, kindness and passion for her work will …
South African subsidiary of Zee honours unsung achievers: Zee TV Africa’s newest channel Zee Zonke has honoured 28 unsung community achievers in diverse fields who feature in an inaugural series on the channel. Their stories are being told in the 15-part series ‘Amaqhawe – Our Heroes) on Zee Zonke, the only TV channel in South …
Technicians trapped to death underground: Two City Power contracted technicians died after they were trapped in an underground tunnel in Johannesburg on Saturday. According to the utility’s spokesperson Mr Isaac Mangena, five people were trapped in the city’s subterranean passages where electric cables run. The passage runs along Commissioner and Von Brandis Street in the Joburg …
In the News Today: South Africa has ordered Taiwan’s representative office to relocate outside of the capital, a Taipei Foreign Ministry official said Friday, blaming Chinese pressure for the decision. China considers self-ruled Taiwan as part of its territory and has sought to whittle down the number of countries that recognize its claim to statehood. …
In the News Today: The agriculture sector in Gauteng faces a potential crisis as water shortages grip the province, worsened by significant leaks in Johannesburg’s water infrastructure. Vuyiswa Ramokgopa, MEC of the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, has highlighted the serious consequences for farmers relying on municipal water. “The current shortage of water poses …
In the News Today: The City of Johannesburg is inviting residents to participate in the Community Innovation Challenge, an initiative to help fix the City. Led by the Smart City office, the initiative seeks especially the youth with innovative ideas that could help address service delivery issues and critical community problems.…continue reading HERE . Johannesburg: …
In the News Today: Yesterday, my colleagues and I decided to drive from Johannesburg to Gaborone. In fact, they did this in solidarity with me, as I wished to retrace the route I took when I first came to your beautiful country as a young, commissioned, hair product salesperson back in 1983. Back then, Botswana …
In the News Today: “Yesterday’s blow-out raises the possibility that the phase of ZAR weakness has now completed, and that the local unit could make a stronger recovery as we close out the week,” ETM Analytics wrote in a research note. Next week, domestic investors will look to September’s consumer inflation figures which could provide clues …
In the News Today: AfriForum appealed to Pretoria, Johannesburg and Durban residents to not leave taps running unnecessarily. The organisation warned of possible stricter water restrictions that may be introduced because of water shortages in these cities. It said Pretoria, Johannesburg and Durban are already suffering from level 1 water restrictions, but if residents do …
In the News Today: OtherNetwork is pleased to kick off a new season of productions for 2024, starting with a series of events initiated by the OtherNetwork research team in collaboration with independent project spaces located around the world. Johannesburg & Nairobi: October 10–11 Co-conspirators: Solidarity in Practice (online). Conversations exploring mutual support among artistic collectives from …
In the News Today: Joburg Water has announced a water shutdown from tonight until Monday due to essential maintenance at Hector Norris Pump Station. The Johannesburg CBD and surrounding areas will be without water from tonight until Monday. In a notice Joburg Water said from 8pm tonight till 8pm on Monday there would be, “no water …