[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 »‘This is not the farewell we envision’: seven heartbreaking tributes to Kimi Makwetu
[ad_1] Outgoing The death of Auditor General Kimi Makwetu on Wednesday has caused commotion across the country and sparked a host of emotional tributes. Makwetu died in hospital after a battle with lung cancer. “It is with great sadness and shock that we announce the passing of Auditor General Kimi …
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 »Coronavirus Morning Roundup: President Warns Covid Will Stay For Some Time As Some Rules Relaxed
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Read More »Ramaphosa will answer questions about corruption and social cohesion in the National Assembly
[ad_1] President Cyril Ramaphosa. President Cyril Ramaphosa will answer questions in the National Assembly on Thursday. Corruption and social cohesion are two of the topics of debate. Opposition leader John Steenhuisen and EFF leader Julius Malema will ask questions. One day before ANC Secretary General Ace Magashule appears in court …
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 »Biden moves forward with transition, appoints chief of staff
[ad_1] Biden chose his longtime aide Ron Klain, who previously served as his first chief of staff while he was vice president, recognizing that the two had a long way to go to combat the coronavirus pandemic and heal a deeply divided nation. Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden speaks at …
Read More »What you need to know about Ramaphosa’s Covid-19 update
[ad_1] By Zintle Mahlati 5h ago Share this article: SharecheepShareShareShareEmailShare President Cyril Ramaphosa says the country is in recovery mode and the focus is now on restructuring the economy. The president addressed the nation on Wednesday night, warning of a possible second wave as coronavirus cases have increased in certain …
Read More »Biden calls Trump’s refusal to admit ‘shame’
[ad_1] On Tuesday, President-elect Joe Biden called President Donald Trump’s refusal to acknowledge his electoral defeat a “disgrace.” The Democrat noted that despite Trump’s attempts to hamper his transition to power, he was increasingly a waiting president. Since Election Day, Trump has made few public appearances and appears to have …
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