More countries impose travel ban on South Africa
Flights from South Africa have been banned in Germany, France and these other countries.
Travel
Local
Black Coffee to host VR concert on PRISM
Stat-of-the-art artificial intelligence will be used to create a photorealistic Black Coffee avatar that fans will interact with in virtual reality.
News
Fears mount as oxygen demand spikes in Western Cape
The Western Cape is starting to feel the pressure of increased Covid-19 positive cases.
Health for Dummies
Lockdown on the horizon as SA enters second wave
A decision has yet to be made on superspreader events and other gatherings after SA officially entered the Covid-19 #secondwave.
Local
Cuba BLK: A look inside AKA’s party cathedral [video]
AKA updated his business portfolio to include ‘part-owner of a nightclub’. Take a virtual tour inside Mega’s party cathedral.
Health for Dummies
Misinformation on social media fuels vaccine hesitancy: a global study shows the link
This issue is particularly urgent now in efforts to end the COVID-19 pandemic.
News
A settlement with trade unions remains the best way forward for South Africa
South Africa may need to implement large decreases in expenditure or increases in revenue to get debt under control.
Local
Nearly half of South Africa’s live music workers may quit the industry for good
A survey conducted by the South African Cultural Observatory found that half of the industry’s live music workers are ready to quit for good.
News
Western Cape could be on lockdown this festive
By the looks of it, the Western Cape is likely to go into a mini-lockdown this festive season.
Crime
Hawks warn of ‘prominent’ arrest on Thursday
After snatching up Bushiri, his wife and another couple, the Hawks have their eyes set on an alleged Covid-19 fraudster.
Viral
‘Lockdown’ declared SA Word of the Year
Lockdown beat Covid-19 and Jerusalema to clinch the title as South Africa’s word of the year.
Viral
SA partygoers ditch the face mask at Level 1 lockdown [video]
Covid-19’s se p*** was the mood of this past weekend’s wild partying in South Africa.
Lifestyle
Cinemas, museums reopening in South Africa: Here’s what we know
Soon, you will be able to visit the cinema and museums in South Africa. These are the new rules:
Local
Listen: Nasty C & T.I link up on ‘They Don’t’ – Stream here [audio]
Nasty C plays his part in raising awareness with #TheyDont featuring T.I. Stream it here.
SA Lockdown
Report: Western Cape will revert to Level 5 while SA eases to Level 3
Insiders within the Western Cape’s government have informed us that the province will return to Level 5
Local
Miss SA 2020: How to enter this year’s beauty pageant
Miss SA is ready to crown its 62nd beauty pageant. Here’s a complete guide on everything you need to enter.
International
This is how much Safaree and Erica Mena made from OnlyFans in two weeks
Safaree and Erica Mena are caking it on OnlyFans. This is how much they made in two weeks.
Events
From Milan with Love: How to watch AC Milan’s benefit concert live [video]
AC Milan has joined Roc Nation to celebrate the world’s healthcare workers with a tribute concert #FromMilanWithLove.
Fashion
Authentically South African: Five face masks to add to your collection
Support local and pick up any of these locally produced fabric face masks.
Technology
Facebook Live: Artists will be able to charge viewers for online events
Facebook Live will allow artists the opportunity to monetize online concert events.
SA Lockdown
The Lawns: Cape Town restaurant under investigation for fraud
The Lawns Cape Town is facing a fraud investigation led by the DTI for allegedly obtaining an essential services certificate illegally. #day18oflockdown.
Viral
Ntsiki Mazwai hits South African men below the belt with this claim
Ntsiki Mazwai singlehandedly emasculated every South African man with a tweet.
Events
Music for Hope: Relive Andrea Bocelli’s tear-jerking Easter concert [video]
Andrea Bocelli delivered an awe-inspiring performance in an empty cathedral. Relive the moment that lifted spirits in Italy.
International
Tory Lanez ‘New Toronto 3’: Download info, tracklist and reactions
We can all agree that Tory Lanez has saved 2020.
Local
Watch: Cassper Nyovest says ‘hell naw’ to genitalia challenge [video]
Cassper Nyovest is not with the whole eggplant challenge.
Travel
These Cape Town tourist attractions are closed due to coronavirus
Cape Town’s tourism has taken a hard blow since the coronavirus outbreak. These attractions and events have been closed indefinitely.
Health for Dummies
Coronavirus vaccine: US researchers begin human trials [video]
This is good news but a coronavirus vaccine is not a short-term fix. It will be another 12 to 18 months before any progress is made.
Gaming
Travis Scott skin coming to Fortnite: Here’s what we know
Travis Scott skin in Fortnite? It looks very possible.
Health for Dummies
Coronavirus in South Africa: Government measures fail to stop infections
There are conflicting reports on the total cases of coronavirus in South Africa. What is the truth?
Technology
Coronavirus: Apple issues tips on how to disinfect your iPhone
Based on Screen Time data, iPhone users touch their devices at least 58 times a day. This may not bode well in the era of #coronavirus