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Table Mountain Cableway is shutting down – here’s why

By Sundeeka Mungroo 07-06-23 16:17

The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway will be shutting down operations for two weeks at the end of July. Here are the details… CABLEWAY TO CLOSE THIS JULY The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) have announced that their cable car operations would shut down for two weeks at the end of July to allow for […]

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Six reasons why you should prioritize early sleep

By Beatrice Ndossi 07-06-23 16:02

Prioritizing early sleep has compelling benefits: improved cognition, enhanced physical health, better mood, increased energy. We must get adequate sleep if we want to be healthy in general. Even though the modern world frequently tempts us to stay up late, there are several advantages to establishing an early bedtime. In this article, we’ll look at six strong […]

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Rugby World Cup 1995: Where are they now – James Small

By Garrin Lambley 07-06-23 15:37

The Springboks unforgettably won the 1995 Rugby World Cup on home soil – now 28 years ago. FOR THE LATEST RUGBY WORLD CUP 2023 NEWS VISIT THE SAPEOPLE WEBSITE The SAPeople website takes a look at what has happened to the heroic starting Springbok XV that memorable day at Ellis Park in Johannesburg, continuing with left wing James Small. READ […]

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Lost KORS? Minister of Electricity’s designer shirt upsets tweeps

By Megan van den Heever 07-06-23 14:45

Tone-deaf? Minister of Electricity Kgosientsho Ramakgopa is going viral for his ‘distracting’ designer gear… He’s been mocked for his love of “groove” and showing off his dance moves at public events. Now Minister of Electricity Kgosientsho Ramakgopa is being admonished for his expensive taste in fashion. The man responsible for keeping Eskom – and load […]

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Kruger National Park: Impala spotted with horns growing BACKWARDS

By Garrin Lambley 07-06-23 14:30

A Kruger National Park game ranger has posted a picture of a female impala with its horns growing backwards. SAD | Kruger National Park: Ranger shares picture of snake killed by car REMEMBER THIS? | Skukuza Golf Club makes headlines as lions take down giraffe PICTURE | Caracal hit by vehicle on Suikerbossie near Llandudno, survives Posting under the Twitter name ‘The […]

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Tax season 2023 opens in one month – 7 July

By Garrin Lambley 07-06-23 14:14

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has announced the start of the 2023 tax season will begin in exactly one month from today on Friday, 7 July. Access the SARS website for your 2023 tax filing HERE SARS has begun running updates for its mobile efiling platform in preparation for the season and has already started populating taxpayer profiles […]

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Disciplinary panel for 2023 Rugby World Cup revealed

By Mariette van Niekerk 07-06-23 14:11

Widened global and gender representation are at the heart of an experienced team of citing commissioners and judicial officials selected for Rugby World Cup 2023 in France. World Rugby has announced the citing commissioners and judicial chairs and panel members who will create a one-team approach to officiating and discipline at Rugby World Cup 2023. […]

Young Clifton College pupil Damien Angel will be out to claim the overall honours in the 5km swim at the Ardagh Glass Packaging World Ocean Day Swim on June 10th.

Teenage Angel has his heart set on World Oceans Day glory in Durban

By Jenni Baxter 07-06-23 13:48

DURBAN – Having represented South Africa in Open Water swimming for two years, young Damien Angel will take on the 5km race at the Ardagh Glass Breathe Conservation World Oceans Day Swim this weekend looking for the overall win. The Clifton College pupil has been swimming competitively since a very young age and has matured […]

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De Ruyter will reimburse Pretoria bookshop for stolen books

By Nokwanda Ncwane 07-06-23 14:01

Former Eskom CEO Andre de Ruyter will reimburse Graffiti Books after copies worth over R5000 were stolen from the bookshop in Montana, north of Pretoria. At least 15 copies of the book titled Truth To Power: My Three Years Inside Eskom were reportedly stolen on 1 June. 15 COPIES OF TELL-ALL BOOK STOLEN The tell-all book was […]

Cancer: how it’s caused by food and water contamination

By Mimi Mfundisi 07-06-23 13:00

Contamination of food and water is a global public health concern – researchers are studying how it causes cancer. Arsenic is a naturally occurring element found in the Earth’s crust. Exposure to arsenic, often through contaminated food and water, is associated with various negative health effects, including cancer. Arsenic exposure is a global public health […]

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My daughter is thriving in her online high school

By Mimi Mfundisi 07-06-23 16:45

UCT Online High School ensures that my child has access to top-quality educators, who are responsive and supportive whenever they are needed. As a parent of a learner at UCT Online High School in South Africa, we naturally approached this new mode of learning with caution. At the time of investigating high school options for […]

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Petrol stations: Why they can’t operate 24/7 anymore

By Hennely Nel 07-06-23 12:54

The ongoing energy crisis in South Africa is affecting every corner of the economy, raising the cost of operating and ultimately petrol prices for consumers. ALSO READ: Fuel price update: June petrol and diesel prices PROFIT GOES DOWN WITH LOAD SHEDDING Load shedding has led to certain petrol stations not being able to afford to […]

Thulani Hlatshwayo thanks Gavin Hunt for career revival

By Mimi Mfundisi 07-06-23 12:48

Thulani Hlatshwayo has expressed his gratitude to coach Gavin Hunt for reviving his career at SuperSport United this season. BREAKING | Orlando Pirates star Lorch found guilty of assault! The 33-year-old defender was released by Orlando Pirates where he spent a frustrating few years following his switch from Bidvest Wits. THULANI HLATSHWAYO NAMED SUPERSPORT UNITED’S PLAYER OF THE YEAR He joined Matsatsantsa at […]

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Today is World Food Safety Day

By Fazila Olla 07-06-23 12:14

World Food Safety Day which is commemorated annually on 7 June –  throws the spotlight on food safety awareness and the steps required to prevent, detect and manage foodborne risks and illnesses. Food safety refers to handling, preparing, transporting and storing of foodstuffs in a way that best reduces the risk of persons becoming sick […]

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Fuel price update: June petrol and diesel prices

By Hennely Nel 07-06-23 12:09

As reported by The South African website, the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has confirmed the official fuel price adjustments for June 2023. ALSO READ | Rugby World Cup 1995: Where are they now – Japie Mulder The changes came into effect from midnight on Tuesday, 6 June. The petrol price will decrease by 71 cents per litre, while diesel will drop […]

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Ex-Banyana star, Khabo Zitha’s sister set alight by her partner

By Hennely Nel 07-06-23 10:03

The sister of former Banyana Banyana captain Khabo Zitha has been burnt beyond recognition by her boyfriend. The incident reportedly occurred during a load shedding bout over the weekend. The woman – Lindiwe, who was doused with petrol and then set alight – is currently on life support at a Gauteng hospital, reports TshisaLive. SOCCER STAR’S […]

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Kangaroo baby care is better than putting babies in cardboard boxes!

By Guest Contributor 07-06-23 13:10

It looks like a kangaroo technique could teach how to take care of newborn babies at the Mahikeng Provincial Hospital maternity ward… writes Godfrey Sigwela. Recently, nurses in the maternity ward at Mahikeng Hospital allegedly placed newborn babies in cardboard boxes. In contrast to that, at Netcare Linkwood Hospital newborn babies enjoy life through a […]

At last PRASA partly opens Cape Town’s Central Line

PRASA Chairperson shown the door

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 23:08

Leonard Ramatlakane reportedly used the entity’s Cape Town property meant for company executives to house his family since December. The Department of Transport has announced that it has relieved Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa(PRASA) board member and Chairperson Leonard Ramatlakane of his duties. LUXURY LIVING The decision comes after an investigation revealed that Ramatlakane […]

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Rand Report: Rand finds stability as US debt deal concludes

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 23:02

The South African rand has been spiraling lately, recording all-time lows against major currencies. More in this weekly rand report. The South African rand has been spiraling lately, recording all-time lows against major currencies. Confidence in South Africa is plummeting, with political problems taking center stage and conveniently diverting attention from the ever-present load shedding […]

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DA requests probe into pregnant migrants forced to pay bribes

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 22:45

The DA alleges that foreign mothers-to-be are being belittled and forced to pay bribes for access to birthing facilities and assistance. The DA says it will be requesting an investigation into the alleged abuse of pregnant migrants at a government hospital in Gauteng. DA TO APPROACH HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION AND HEALTH OMBUD In a statement, […]

Chippa United re-appoint Morgan Mammila!

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 22:39

Chippa United have officially re-appointed Morgan Mammila as their ‘new’ head coach ahead of the start of the 2023-24 PSL season. Chippa United have officially re-appointed Morgan Mammila as their ‘new’ head coach ahead of the start of the 2023-24 PSL season. Mammila returns to the club he left a few months ago after being sacked, and […]

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Andile Jali set for sensational return to Orlando Pirates!

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 22:13

Former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Andile Jali is set for a sensational return to Orlando Pirates if local media reports are to be believed. READ | ORLANDO PIRATES PART WAYS WITH LONG-SERVING COACH According to a source known to FARPost, Pirates stand a good chance to sign Jali who spent four years with them between 2009 and 2013. Jali is currently a free agent […]

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‘Covid-19 vaccine didn’t kill Eusebius McKaiser’ – Redi Tlhabi says

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 22:05

Former journalist and author, Redi Thlabi says the Covid-19 vaccine was not the cause of Eusebius McKaiser’s death. Beloved broadcaster and author Eusebius McKaiser’s friend, Redi Thlabi says he did not die because he took the Covid-19 vaccine as many on social media have claimed following his sudden passing. The former Radio 702 host revealed this during […]

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