The Western Cape has recorded 61 additional deaths, bringing the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in the province to 10 136. As of one o'clock this afternoon (Thurs 28 Jan) the Western Cape had 16 068 active Covid-19 infections with a total of 265 213 confirmed Covid-19 cases.

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Tributes pour in after sudden passing of Johnny Davids

Smile Staff Reporter - 17 April 2026

The Afrikaans lifestyle channel VIA (DStv channel 147) has paid tribute to television personality Johnny Davids, who passed away suddenly on Thursday morning at...

SASSA Moves to End ‘Unlawful’ Queue Selling Practice

Smile Staff Reporter - 16 April 2026

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has intensified its warning against the illegal sale of queue positions at its offices, vowing a crackdown...

The Western Cape has recorded 61 additional deaths, bringing the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in the province to 10 136. As of one o’clock this afternoon (Thurs 28 Jan) the Western Cape had 16 068 active Covid-19 infections with a total of 265 213 confirmed Covid-19 cases.

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