Taxpayers will spend more than R7 million on this year’s State of the Nation Address (SONA), with Parliament confirming that a significant portion of the cost is linked to broadcasting and event infrastructure. This was according to Parliamentary Secretary Xolile George, who spoke alongside National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza, during a briefing on the state of readiness for the event. ALSO READ: SONA 2026 Road Closures – Smile 90.4FM Although the R7,025,000 is substantial, the
A pre-teen from Mitchells Plain is gearing up to represent South Africa at an international hip-hop competition in New York in March 2027. Xiniah Lewin Ten-year-old Xiniah Lewin’s path to this milestone has been shaped by resilience, family support, and determination, overcoming early challenges that once affected her confidence at school. Xiniah’s mother, Chantal Lewin says this opportunity is deeply meaningful. “It’s not just about a competition, it’s about recognising
The Kleinmond police have opened an inquest docket after a young male baboon was allegedly shot and killed in Betty’s Bay last week. According to the Overstrand Municipality, the body of the deceased young male baboon was found in Silversands on Wednesday and reported to the Baboon Hotline later that afternoon. The Baboon Management Team reportedly responded to the site and conducted an investigation where no blood trail or immediate signs of
Preparations are underway to ensure that it is all systems go for the annual State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday, 12 February. The City of Cape Town has confirmed that some road closures in and around the Central Business District (CBD) can be expected until 28 February 2026. SEE FULL LIST OF ROAD CLOSURES: This is also to accommodate the SONA debate and reply. Kevin Jacobs, spokesperson for Traffic
Pet lovers are urged to open their homes to a pet this summer, as the Mdzananda Animal Clinic and Shelter in Khayelitsha has reached full capacity and can no longer take in animals in need. Marcelle du Plessis, Fundraising and Communications Executive, at the clinic says the shelter is currently caring for 34 dogs, 15 cats and 17 kittens, despite only being able to house 30 dogs and 20 cats. “We are
