The Director of the National Counterterrorism Centre, Joe Kent, has resigned with immediate effect, citing opposition to the United States’ ongoing war in Iran. In a strongly worded resignation letter addressed to Donald Trump, Kent said he could no longer support the conflict, claiming Iran posed “no imminent threat” to the United States and alleging the war was driven by external pressure. “I cannot in good conscience support the ongoing war in
The V&A Waterfront has announced a R230 million investment in a purpose-built superyacht marina that it says will create new economic opportunities for Cape Town’s marine services sector. The Quay 7 Superyacht Marina will be located at one of the Southern Hemisphere’s oldest working harbours and among the most visited destinations in Sub-Saharan Africa (Cape Town). It will be positioned in front of the new Cape Town EDITION hotel, with breathtaking views
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has urged Lexus owners to return their vehicles to an authorised Lexus dealership for a free reprogramming of the transmission system, as the commission has recalled more than 100 vehicles in the country. NCC spokesperson Phetho Ntaba says the recall affects LX500D F-Sport and Overtrail models sold between March last year and January this year. “The recall affects LX500D-F Sport and LX500D Overtrail vehicles distributed between 13
The Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) urgently appeals to all blood donors to give blood as soon as possible. WCBS says all blood groups have declined, with only a 2-day supply of O-negative blood currently available, well below the minimum 5-day supply needed to maintain a sustainable blood reserve for communities in the province. Public Relations Manager at WCBS, Marike Carli, says they are in desperate need of donations, especially as the
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has warned that it will take legal action against those who create and spread misinformation. The scheme says it notes with concern a social media post in which a student says she received more than R600,000 in funding. NSFAS says no such payments were made to any students. “NSFAS has noted a social media post alleging that a student received a payment of R630, 434.44 from
