# Easter weekend travellers can expect delays on the N2 between George and Wilderness, Western Cape, due to ongoing construction. Roads agency SANRAL has warned that only one lane is open in each direction between the Kraaibosch interchange and Wilderness. Points men will, however, be available to direct traffic at key intersections until 6pm this […]
# Installed cameras in Hatfield, Tshwane, have helped drive down crime by enhancing surveillance and enabling quicker responses. Through the integration of Vumacam’s technology, the community has seen significant safety improvements. According to reports, over 161-thousand suspicious behaviour alerts and numerous vehicle-related notifications have been recorded. This initiative has been praised for its efficiency in […]
# A total of 40 Early Childhood Development Centres in Langa, Cape Town, have received vital upgrades to classrooms and sanitation facilities. This was made possible by a collaboration between Rotary District 9350, global clubs, NGOs, and local partners. The upgrades form part of Rotary’s ACT4IMPACT campaign, marking its 100-year milestone. The initiative worked closely […]
# A new study has revealed that Africa’s rapid urban growth is threatening bird diversity. Researchers used citizen science data from Kenyan and Nigerian bird-mapping projects to uncover insights into how urbanisation affects birds, their diversity and ecological functions in these nations. Speaking on the Mongabay Podcast, researcher Ashoka Mukpo says in Africa, urban land […]
# The Groote Schuur Hospital Trust has launched an Emergency Surgery Project to boost resources and improve trauma care. The Trust aims to add 70 emergency theatre slots annually, targeting weekends and public holidays to manage peak trauma cases. If successful, around 200 extra emergency surgeries could be performed. The Trust has already raised just […]
# United Nations deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed, has urged stronger partnerships and increased climate investment to accelerate progress on global development and climate goals. Speaking at the P4G Summit in Hanoi, Vietnam, she cited the need for 45.6-trillion-rand annually by 2030 for emerging economies, to keep the 1.5-degree Celsius target within reach and deliver on […]
# The DA has demanded that Rural Development and Land Reform Minister Mzwanele Nyhontso withdraw new race rules in deeds offices across South Africa. The rules require property transfer parties to declare their race or risk transaction rejection. The party argues that these regulations infringe on privacy rights and are unconstitutional. The DA points out […]
# Boksburg ballerina Abigail Sandwell has been selected to represent South Africa at the 2025 Dance World Cup Finals in Spain. Dancing since the age of three, she has earned top awards, including gold at the East Rand Dance Festival and the lead role as the Jewel Fairy in Sleeping Beauty. Sandwell has launched a […]
# Balwin Properties has secured a one-billion-rand loan from the International Finance Corporation to build over 14-thousand-500 affordable green homes at Mooikloof Smart City in Tshwane. The project, part of a Presidential Strategic Integrated initiative, will boost job creation and housing access. The apartments will meet green building standards, cutting energy and water use. Balwin […]
