The Democratic Alliance has called for an urgent 50% reduction in fuel levies, warning that South African households are facing severe financial strain as fuel prices surge. During a media briefing on Wednesday, DA Finance Spokesperson Dr Mark Burke said many minimum wage earners already spend up to a third of their income on transport, and further increases would have a ripple effect on the broader economy. The party is proposing that
Counselling support is being offered at a primary school in Cape Town after parents became aware that their children were allegedly named as targets in a “hit list” by a fellow learner. The Western Cape Education Department confirmed that it’s aware of the alleged list, which came to light earlier this month, after parents reportedly expressed concern for their children’s safety. A spokesperson for the department, Bronagh Hammond, said the matter
That “out of office” feeling is almost here… and Smile FM is getting you in the mood early. This weekend, we’re giving you a head start on the holidays with Holiday Hooray Weekend — a feel-good mix of sunshine anthems, uplifting favourites, and the kind of music that makes every moment feel like the start of a long weekend. Whether you’re planning a getaway, ticking off that to-do list, or already counting
Are people open to hybrid vehicles as their next purchase? That is the question being asked with April’s big fuel price hike shock, setting tongues wagging in the country. According to a recent study, 84% of respondents said they are open to hybrid vehicles as their next purchase. This reflects a shift toward cost control rather than environmental considerations. Are people open to hybrid vehicles as their next purchase?
For generations, the Strandfontein Pavilion has been a place of laughter, splashes, and cherished memories. Nestled on the False Bay coast and built around the Southern Hemisphere’s largest tidal pool, it has long been a symbol of summer days, family outings, and the simple joy of Cape Town’s shoreline. Those memories are set to be honoured and extended into the future, as Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis officially broke ground on a R300 million redevelopment
