Joburg announces 1,500-unit inner-city housing project
The City of Johannesburg has actually tactically imploded the condemned Kaserne Structure in Jeppestown, including a brand-new mixed-use advancement that will offer inexpensive real estate. The structure was condemned by the court in 2021 after it ignited due to a prohibited electrical power connection. 9…
SA holiday road trip: How to prepare your car and keep your family safe
SA holiday road trip: How to prepare your car and keep your family safe Johannesburg – The holidays are once upon us, bringing with it the customary migration of South African families to various far-flung destinations. While this festive period is cause for celebration and…
Mandatory vaccinations for government workers being considered in South Africa
The Department of Civil Service and Administration (DPSA) is thinking about a variety of alternatives to increase Covid-19 vaccination uptake in South Africa — consisting of compulsory vaccinations for federal government employees. In a circular sent out to department heads and director generals today, pointed…
The state of our city: ‘theft, vandalism and anything else that can be broken, used or sold’
The City of Cape Town states that a boost in theft and vandalism of roadway facilities is draining its budget plan. The city’s transportation directorate stated it has actually fixed 18,080 pits and resurfaced 121km of roadways in between 1 January to 31 August 2021….
Cape Town has just approved this controversial by-law
The Cape Town City Board has on Wednesday (29 September) authorized the brand-new Unlawful Profession by-law, along with updates to the Streets, Public Places and Avoidance of Sound Nuisances by-law. The council’s approval of these by-laws follows the Mayoral Committee’s thumbs-up and the consentaneous assistance…
United States set to lift travel ban for vaccinated South Africans
The US will soon allow entry to most foreign air travelers as long as they’re fully vaccinated against Covid-19 — while adding a testing requirement for unvaccinated Americans and barring entry for foreigners who haven’t gotten shots. The measures, announced Monday by the White House,…
Relaxed lockdown restrictions being considered for South Africa: health minister
Health minister Joe Phaahla says South Africa is seeing a decline in the third wave of its Covid-19 cases, and the government is now considering the further easing of lockdown restrictions. Addressing media on Friday (17 September), Phaahla said that when compared to the previous…
Here are the updated rules for schools in South Africa
The basic education department has gazetted new regulations ahead of the return of full-time classes on Monday (2 August). While all government schools reopened on 26 July as part of the country’s move to an adjusted level 3 lockdown, the basic education department also instructed…
Provinces to decide on full reopening of key N3 highway in South Africa
Parts of South Africa’s N3 highway linking Durban and Gauteng stay closed on Wednesday (14 July), due to continuous violence and robbery in KwaZulu-Natal. The N3 is an essential trade path in between Durban and Johannesburg, with the riots cutting off the circulation of food…
How you can lose your license under South Africa’s new road laws
It was validated recently that the very first phase of the four-phased execution of the Administrative Adjudication of Roadway Traffic Offences (Aarto) Act would start in July. It will begin with the finalisation of different procedures prior to application in 67 towns from 1 October…
South Africa’s Demerit Point System: What does it mean for you and your short-term insurance?
According to Zutobi’s study, South Africa has the most dangerous roads, given the statistics of accidentsand safety measures. South Africa’s Demerit System: Here’s what you need to know! The demerit point system is a world-renowned practice. At its core, all drivers/owners of vehicles are subjected…
Car Insurance Calculator
Have you ever thought, “Why is my car insurance so expensive? How is my premium calculated?”. Honestly, you are not alone. There are reasons why some people pay more than others. Your car insurance premium in South Africa is calculated using a number of risk…