Cape Town is preparing for one of its busiest months, with at least 91 events planned across the metro during March. The events already confirmed are expected to attract about 300 000 attendees. City officials say the packed calendar will provide a major boost to tourism, with hotels, restaurants, transport operators and retailers set to benefit from increased visitor numbers. Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, JP Smith, says March is
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is urging students who have not yet finalised their accommodation to complete the necessary agreements as soon as possible to guarantee a smooth start to the academic year. According to NSFAS, the scheme has received 224,983 accommodation applications from students nationwide. NSFAS board chairperson Mugwena Maluleke says they remain committed to ensuring that all qualifying students have access to safe and suitable accommodation. “A significant
The City of Cape Town’s Safety and Security Directorate says its Law Enforcement Department has seen a notable increase in proactive marine patrols and checkpoints. This is apart from several sizeable busts in recent weeks. According to the City, the Marine Unit is one of the specialised units within Law Enforcement, consisting of 15 uniformed staff members, assisted by a small crop of volunteers. A seven-month comparison of the unit’s activities over
A debate has erupted online after it emerged that South Africans who are unable to support themselves can legally claim maintenance from their own brothers or sisters under certain circumstances. The legal provision recently drew widespread attention following a maintenance awareness webinar hosted by the National Prosecuting Authority in the Northern Cape. During the session, senior state advocate Moeketsi Molaudi explained that the duty to support family members is rooted in
Iran’s Ambassador to South Africa, Shakib Mehr, has condemned the recent violence in the Middle East, accusing the United States and Israel of carrying out unjustified attacks on Iran. ALSO READ: As Middle East conflict continues, questions are raised over Trump’s rationale for Iran strikes – Smile 90.4FM The US and Israel described their 28 February attacks as “pre-emptive”, targeting key sites including a nuclear compound, and claiming the lives of
