[ad_1] The government has relaxed South Africa’s level 1 lockdown rules around international travel, allowing visitors from any country as long as they follow health and safety guidelines. In a speech delivered on Wednesday night (November 11), President Cyril Ramaphosa said that easing these restrictions will allow all parts of …
Read More »from new packaging to high-tech, triple-service stores
[ad_1] McDonald’s packaging. McDonald’s McDonald’s announced new packaging, drive-thru technology and an application in an investor call. The restaurant is working to increase drive-thru efficiency and optimize layouts. During the pandemic, up to 70% of orders came through drive-thrus in some markets. Visit the Business Insider home page for more …
Read More »Dlamini-Zuma Details South Africa’s Updated Level 1 Lockdown Rules
[ad_1] The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta), Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, has published a new bulletin updating the country’s level 1 lockdown regulations in accordance with announcements by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Published shortly after Ramaphosa concluded his speak to On Wednesday night (November 11), the Gazette foresees the relaxation …
Read More »SA must do everything possible to avoid the second wave of COVID-19
[ad_1] Since the outbreak of the pandemic, the country has registered more than 740,000 cases of COVID-19 and the death toll has passed the 20,000 mark. President Cyril Ramaphosa participates in a US-SA virtual business and investment roundtable on November 11, 2020. Image: @ PresidencyZA / Twitter. JOHANNESBURG – President …
Read More »Ramaphosa warns of second wave of coronavirus
[ad_1] PRETORIA – President Cyril Ramaphosa warned of a second wave of coronavirus following a wave of infections. The Eastern Cape Province saw a 50 percent increase in coronavirus cases over the past week, Ramaphosa said. “What we are witnessing in the Eastern Cape should be a wake-up call for …
Read More »Job cuts, fewer leave days and salary freezes at SABC
[ad_1] SABC says it is ready to implement the Section 189 processes, after lengthy consultations with stakeholders, with other cost-saving measures also in the works. The public broadcaster said that despite receiving several proposals, it has become clear that job cuts will be necessary. 400 jobs will be affected, compared …
Read More »Ivory Coast President wins Ecowas vote after disputed re-election
[ad_1] Ecowas “sends its warm congratulations to the president-elect” and “its sincere wishes for success,” said a statement from the 15-member bloc. FILE: Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara (second right) and his wife Dominique Ouattara (left) arrive to vote at a polling station in Abidjan on October 31, 2020, during …
Read More »Gordhan: Private equity partners will not bear SAA debt or restructuring costs
[ad_1] SAA was placed in business rescue in December 2019 (supplied) SAA has received the interest of several private equity partners and a transaction adviser has been appointed to participate in a process that could conclude in December this year or early 2021, Public Business Minister Pravin Gordhan said. The …
Read More »Outgoing Auditor General Kimi Makwetu passed away
[ad_1] The outgoing auditor general, Kimi Makwetu, has died. In a statement, his office announced his death Wednesday afternoon. “Mr. Makwetu passed away in the hospital. He was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer in June 2018, ”the office said. Makwetu, who grew up in Cape Town and would have …
Read More »NPA is considering adding 3 more suspects in FS asbestos corruption case
[ad_1] Seven suspects made a brief appearance at Bloemfontein Magistrates Court on Wednesday, where the matter was postponed in February next year. FILE: The 7 suspects in the corruption case of the Free State asbestos removal project appear in Bloemfontein Magistrates Court on October 2, 2020. Image: Nthakoana Ngatane / …
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