[ad_1] It may not be as drastic as a new world economic order, but people in their 30s returning to the proverbial nest can never be a good sign for the economy. In September, the Pew Research Center released a report that found that the coronavirus outbreak had pushed millions …
Read More »Ramaphosa’s Jerusalem Challenge is a ‘let them eat cake’ moment – FF Plus
[ad_1] Freedom Front Plus says that President Cyril Ramaphosa’s call on South Africans to take up the challenge of the Jerusalem dance reminds Marie Antoinette saying that the poor and hungry should eat cake. The party said that South Africa now needs an economic recovery and not unnecessary lockdown regulations. …
Read More »Limpopo records the highest number of deaths – The Citizen
[ad_1] As of Tuesday, South Africa has registered a cumulative number of 651,521 Covid-19 cases, with only 772 new cases identified. The total number of tests performed to date is 3,940,217, with 11,603 new tests performed since the last report. The country has also recorded 142 more deaths from Covid-19: …
Read More »Flying internationally from South Africa: here’s what to expect
[ad_1] The South African Airports Company (Acsa) has welcomed the country’s move towards a lockdown level and says it is prepared for the gradual lifting of restrictions on international flights, but warned that passengers will have to overcome additional hurdles if they plan to travel. Addressing the nation On Wednesday …
Read More »Now is the time to return SA to a situation that is more normal
[ad_1] President Cyril Ramaphosa announced on Wednesday that from midnight on Sunday, movements on social and economic activities will relax. President Cyril Ramaphosa during his speech on COVID-19 measures on September 16, 2020. Image: GCIS JOHANNESBURG – President Cyril Ramaphosa announced on Wednesday night the substantial relaxation of closure regulations …
Read More »CSA loses another major sponsor
[ad_1] Cricket South Africa has lost another vital sponsorship. (Photo: Adobestock) Cricket South Africa took another hit Tuesday when One-Day International sponsor Momentum walked away from that aspect of the sport. More than nine months after financial services giant Momentum issued an ultimatum to Cricket South Africa (CSA) to solve …
Read More »Domestic flights approved for 11 more airports
[ad_1] JOHANNESBURG – Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula approved domestic flights to 11 more airports on Wednesday. READ: Businesses are targeting local tourists while borders remain closed The airports where domestic passenger flights are acceptable, according to the government bulletin, are as follows: Bram Fischer International Airport Cape Town International Airport …
Read More »Five of the world’s rarest and most valuable diamonds found in South Africa
[ad_1] Petra Diamonds Ltd., a struggling gem producer, found five bluestones, generally among the most valuable in the world, at its flagship mine in South Africa. While the discovery will be a boost for the company that went up for sale after being dragged down by huge debts and a …
Read More »Ramaphosa: Covid-19 has exposed how corruption has infected society
[ad_1] President Cyril Ramaphosa. The Special Investigation Unit has presented to the President its interim report on investigations into allegations of misuse of Covid-19 funds. The findings will be made public once the SIU completes its investigations. National Treaury is also releasing details of the Covid-19 related contracts for the …
Read More »SA will reopen orders to most countries on October 1
[ad_1] Restrictions on movement and business have been gradually eased since June, but borders have been sealed to prevent importation of the virus from abroad. Passengers wearing protective masks arrive at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg on March 2, 2020, amid concerns about the spread of the COVID-19 epidemic …
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