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Covid-19 update: SA registers 1,480 new cases and 29 deaths
Source: Department of Health
As of Friday, the cumulative number of Covid-19 cases detected is 668,529 with 1,480 cases identified, Health Minister Zweli Mkhize announced.
The country has also reported 29 more Covid-19-related deaths: 5 from the Eastern Cape, 5 from KwaZulu-Natal, 5 from Gauteng, 2 from Limpopo, 8 from the Northern Cape and 4 from the Western Cape. This brings the total number of Covid-19-related deaths to 16,312.
“We extend our condolences to the loved ones of the deceased and we thank the healthcare workers who treated the deceased patients. Our recoveries now stand at 599,149, which translates to a recovery rate of 89.6%, “said Mkhize.
Zwane was unaware of the requirements of his job as a MEC, the Zondo commission hears
In giving his testimony before Zondo’s commission of inquiry into the state capture on Friday, former Free State settlement MEC Mosebenzi Joseph Zwane claimed that he did not know that the Housing Law specified the duties of his then post in state housing. Free of R1 billion. scandal project.
Two witnesses claimed this week that Zwane had concocted the illegal appointments made in a 2010-2011 housing plan, while he was still a MEC.
KZN Health MEC Says Labor Market Faces Shortage of Healthcare Professionals
KwaZulu Natal Health MEC, Nomagugu Simelane-Zulu. Image: Berea Mail
KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC Nomagugu Simelane-Zulu has said that there is a shortage of some health professionals in the labor market.
Simelane-Zulu was interacting with members of the public Friday during her department’s lunchtime talk broadcast on social media.
Mkhize dissolves the Ministerial Advisory Committee on Covid-19
Minister of Health Zweli Mkhize
Health Minister Zweli Mkhize has effectively dissolved the government’s main scientific advisory committee on Covid-19.
News24 has seen a letter sent to the members of the Ministerial Advisory Committee on Covid-19 on Friday, September 21, in which Mkhize expressed his “gratitude and appreciation” for the commitment and dedication of the members.
Video, photos: landmine detection rat wins UK’s best animal courage award
An image from an undated brochure released by the UK’s PDSA veterinary charity on September 25, 2020 shows Magawa, an African giant rat receiving a treat while working on detecting landmines in Cambodia. – The rodent won the animal equivalent of Britain’s highest civilian honor for bravery on September 25, 2020 due to its uncanny ability to sniff out landmines and unexploded ordnance. (Photo by Handout / PDSA / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE – MANDATORY CREDIT “AFP PHOTO / PDSA”
“Unlike metal detectors, rats ignore scrap metal and only sniff out explosives, making them fast and efficient landmine detectors,” Cox said.
“This not only saves lives, but returns much-needed safe land to communities in the fastest and most cost-effective way possible.”
Mkhonto We Sizwe Veterans Target ANC Offices Demanding Removal Of Corrupt ANC Members
Some MKMVA members outside the ANC offices in KwaZulu-Natal
Holding banners that say: We are fed up! the time to talk is over, the organization says there were policies in the government that excluded blacks.
This follows an alleged voice memo on social media that circulated this week threatening to block roads around KwaZulu-Natal. The call for a picket called for the ANC to take steps to remove corrupt officials.
Zuma May Make Sense of Allegations Against Zondo, Expert Says
POOL / AFP / Archives / Michele Spatari
The Jacob Zuma Foundation may be right, attorney Nthabiseng Dubazana said, following a scathing three-page statement released by the foundation in defense of Zuma against what they see as an attempt to embarrass the former president.
Dubazana says the issues raised in the document have some merit in pointing to an indictment that specifically identifies that Minister Pravin Gordhan, in one instance, allegedly failed to provide an affidavit.
VIDEO: Fans Can’t Get Enough Of Pearl Modiadie’s Love Story
Pearl Modiadie and her partner, whom Getty Images identified as Nathaniel Oppenheimer | Images: Instagram (screenshots)
Fans of South African radio and television host Pearl Modiadie cannot help but fawn over the fact that she and her partner, whom Getty Images identified as Nathaniel Oppenheimer, recently welcomed their first child together.
The couple is believed to have started dating two to three years ago and their relationship has blossomed into private happiness.
Charlize Theron giving scholarships to South African students
EPA Image: Charlize Theron
Through her organization Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project, (CTAOP), the actress has joined forces with Dior for the campaign that was announced this week.
Theron made the announcement via Instagram, saying that she is “incredibly proud to be part of the #DiorChinUp campaign alongside some of the most inspiring and impactful women in the world.”
The Pirates forward joins the French club
Gabadinho Mhango. Photo: Sydney Mahlangu / BackpagePix
“There is interest, that’s for sure. But whether the Pirates have accepted an offer or not, I’m not sure. But there are things that suggest yes. His sudden signing of Terrence Dvukamanja (formerly with Bidvest Wits) means something and it could be one of his foreign forwards leaving. It could be Mhango or (Justin) Shonga, ”said a source.
Bulls-Sharks preview: all eyes on Jake White’s new team
Loose forward Nizaam Carr was a Wasps star in England before joining the Bulls during the Covid break. He’s going out to make a big impression on Saturday first. Image: Getty Images
Jake White has put together a very good package so if they can deny the Sharks at the source it will be difficult for the visitors. But the Sharks are a good attacking team, capable of exploiting any defensive mistakes and weaknesses the Bulls offer them. It should be a good clash of styles.
Kia still not sure of a second-gen Stinger
Kia Stinger facelift
In what appears to be a confirmation of reports earlier this year and by caradvice.com.au last yearSaid Roland Rivero, director of product planning at Kia Australia motoring.com.au that a second-generation Stinger is “still under study” and that the current first generationKia’s life cycle could be extended even further for Kia to make a decision on a successor.
Hyundai i30 facelift unleashed with more oomph and eight-speed dual-clutch box
Hyundai i30 N facelift
Once again offered as a coupe-style hatch or fastback, the N is based on the updates applied to the standard i30 earlier this year on receipt of a wider Sonata-inspired grille with N lettering, new LED headlights with integrated V-shaped daytime running diodes, revised bumpers with so-called air curtains on the front flanks, wheels of 18-inch standard alloy wrapped in Michelin Pilot Super Sport Tires and, in the case of the hatch, new LED combination taillights and quad tailpipes integrated into the modified diffuser.
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