Level 2 lockdown looms over Easter weekend
Here’s what Dr Zweli Mkhize said about Level 2 lockdown rumours.
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John Magufuli: Tanzania’s president dies aged 61
Following the death of John Magufuli, Vice President Samia Suluhu Hassan will serve as Acting President until 2025.
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WHO insists on AstraZeneca use despite blood clot, death claims
AstraZeneca has been dealt a huge blow as European countries turn it away following reports of blood clotting and deaths.
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King Goodwill Zwelithini: How to watch the memorial service live [video]
King Goodwill Zwelithini’s memorial service will be broadcast live. Here’s everything you need to know.
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‘Party Horse’ Khune makes it to Bafana XI ahead of AFCON
Itumeleng Khune has come under fire for partying up a storm ahead of a crucial CAF outing.
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Watch: Dolly Parton sings vaccine version of ‘Jolene’ taking Moderna jab [video]
Dolly Parton’s ‘Jolene’ remake is enough encouragement to take that jab.
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Lindsay Dentlinger: ‘The bias goes all ways’
Lindsay Dentlinger questioned the unconscious bias of those who think she was racist because she’s white.
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Watch: Cyril Ramaphosa takes J&J vaccine jab [video]
The president braved the hot seat and took a jab of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
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Khayelitsha nurse becomes first vaccinated person in SA
Azoliswa Gidi-Dyosi is the first person to receive the Johnson & Johnson vaccine jab in South Africa.
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Back to school: SA pupils kickstart 2021 curriculum
Millions of pupils returned to school for the first time this year, after a long and arduous delay.
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Dr Zweli Mkhize vaccine update: Five important things you need to know
Not all hope is lost in South Africa’s vaccine drive, Dr Zweli Mkhize said. Here are five important things you need to know.
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A Texas lab tested Pfizer vaccine against SA variant – Here are the findings
According to tests conducted by researchers from a Texas lab, the Pfizer vaccine is not effective against the Covid-19 variant spreading in South Africa.
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Vaccine blunder ramps up ‘Ramaphosa must fall’ cries
Ramaphosa faces increased negative sentiment and the latest vaccine blunder is a failure he didn’t need.
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Vaccine hesitancy at an all-time high in SA – Here are the facts
South Africa has an uphill battle in restoring faith in its Covid-19 vaccine drive.
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SIU report on PPE fraud: Here’s a summary of shocking findings
The SIU report uncovers the scale of corruption that’s taken place since South Africa went into a national state of disaster in March 2020. Here is a summary of the report:
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Protest erupts in Durban after housing project halts
Residents complain they are getting no answers from City.
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KZN schools ready for school reopening, says Premier
KZN Premier Sihle Zikalala rolled out the province’s preparedness for the return of pupils in two weeks.
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Protest against dismissal of Volkswagen shop stewards
Company says a disciplinary inquiry was held and that workers admitted to making false claims.
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SA bids emotional farewell to Greyhound
Greyhound will take its last trip on Valentine’s Day, after 37 years of unforgettable memories on the road.
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Healthcare workers can now register on the EVDS system – Here’s how
Healthcare workers can now register on the EVDS System to receive the Covid-19 vaccine. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to self-register.
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Watch: Alcohol frenzy rages across SA liquor outlets [video]
Withdrawal from a collective cold turkey had people throwing fists in the name of alcohol.
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Nipah virus sparks fears of a second pandemic
According to a new study, a second global pandemic is possible and we’re nowhere close to being prepared for it. Here’s everything we know about the Nipah virus.
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SARS extends provisional tax deadline
The revenue collector said the decision was based on the unprecedented health challenge of COVID-19.
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Jackson Mthembu: Presidency minister has died
Presidency Minister Jackson Mthembu has passed away after a battle with #Covid19
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Carl Niehaus: ANC shows no sympathy for its biggest loyalist
Carl Niehaus has two days to respond to the ANC’s letter.
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Bheki Ntuli: KZN transport MEC dies aged 64
Bheki “Mphemba” Ntuli lost his life to Covid-19 complications.
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Schools reopening cancelled: DBE yields to public pressure
#Schoolsreopening has been pushed back to mid-Feb: “We need to examine the true extent of the impact of the virus.” – DBE
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Small business minister blasts ‘fake news’ DA
Small business minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni didn’t mince her words in her response to the DA’s claims about the SMME relief fund.
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Ramaphosa makes crucial top-line NPA appointments
The NPA gets beefed up with four top-level appointments.
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Two things Julius Malema hates – Bill Gates and white people
At the #EFFPresser, Malema laid the blame on South Africa’s battle with Covid-19 squarely on white people.