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The Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum is once again open to the public. Art lovers can visit the museum between 9:00 and 16:00 on weekdays, however they must note that the museum is closed on Tuesday mornings for cleaning. To prevent the spread of COVID-19, only 20 people will be allowed to enter the venue at one time. Larger groups can book in advance in order for proper adherence to COVID-19 safety regulations to be implemented and visitors are reminded that they must always wear a mask … [Read more...] about NMB Art Museum reopens under strict Covid-19 protocols

SA's COVID-19 deaths top 41 000 South Africa’s COVID-19 deaths have passed 41 000 as the country works around the clock to contain the further spread of the virus. This comes after 243 more COVID-19 related deaths were reported on Monday, which brings the tally to 41 117. Of the latest fatalities, 65 are in the Eastern Cape, 60 in KwaZulu-Natal, 57 in the Western Cape, 33 in Gauteng, 18 in Free State and five each in Mpumalanga and the Northern Cape. “We convey our condolences to the … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape Shoots to Number One

SA COVID-19 death toll exceeds 40 000 South Africa recorded 8 147 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday, along with 300 related deaths. The country has now reached 1 412 986 confirmed infections, while the death toll now stands at 40 874. Of the latest fatalities, 105 are in the Western Cape, 70 in KwaZulu-Natal, 45 in Gauteng, 43 in the Eastern Cape, 15 in Free State and 14 in the North West. Meanwhile, six occurred in Mpumalanga and two in the Northern Cape. “We convey our condolences to … [Read more...] about EC Slips to Fourth

With South Africa gearing to receive its first consignment of COVID-19 vaccines, President Cyril Ramaphosa has reiterated that government’s mass vaccination campaign strategy would reach all corners of the country, prioritising those most in need. The President emphasised the commitment in the latest edition of his weekly newsletter on Monday. In coming weeks, the country will receive a batch of 1.5 million Astrazeneca vaccine doses from the Serum Institute of India, the world’s largest … [Read more...] about Vaccination campaign to prioritise most in need, says President

Dear Fellow South Africans Our country will soon receive its first consignment of COVID-19 vaccines from the Serum Institute in India, which is the world’s largest vaccine producer. It will signal the start of a mass vaccination campaign that will be the most ambitious and extensive in our country’s history. It will reach all parts of the country and will be phased to ensure that those most in need are prioritised. The first vaccines to arrive will be provided to health care workers, who … [Read more...] about Soon we will receive the vaccine

President Ramaphosa mourns passing of jazz icon, Jonas Gwangwa President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his deep sadness at the passing of award winning jazz musician, Jonas Gwangwa, on Saturday. Aged 83, the esteemed Member of the Order of Ikhamanga was a globally recognised and awarded composer, arranger, producer and jazz trombonist. In a statement, President Ramaphosa said his thoughts and prayers are with Gwangwa’s family, friends, colleagues, comrades and followers around South … [Read more...] about RIP Jonas Gwangwa

The Electoral Commission (IEC) has welcomed the signing of a proclamation on the commencement of the Political Party Funding Act by President Cyril Ramaphosa on Friday. (Scroll Down to read more). In a statement, the IEC said the coming into effect of the legislation from 1 April 2021 coincides with the start of a new financial year for the public sector and political parties. “The implementation of the Act is one of the most important and far-reaching enhancements to our electoral … [Read more...] about IEC welcomes Political Party Funding Act proclamation

A joint operation by the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Metro Police and the Animal Anti-Cruelty League shed light on illegal dog breeding as a major concern that requires much more stringent action in the Kuyga area. In total six puppies were confiscated and fines totalling R2 500 were issued. Commissioner Yolande Faro said today’s operation not only uncovered the illegal breeding problem and associated illicit trade, dogs were also found chained and many home owners had more than two dogs … [Read more...] about Joint operation uncovers illegal dog breeding in Kuyga

Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa has extended the time set for the operation of the Cricket South Africa (CSA) interim board to mid-February 2021. This, the department said, is to give the board sufficient time to carry out its mandate, as its institution was initially delayed. "In appointing the interim board of Cricket South Africa in October 2020, Minister Nathi Mthethwa gave the board three months to complete their mandate. On that basis, the interim board assignment … [Read more...] about Mthethwa extends CSA interim board tenure

The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture says it is fast tracking a third phase of relief funding for the industry to alleviate pressure on those hard hit by the ongoing lockdown. To date, the department has implemented the first and second phases of the COVID-19 Relief Fund. Nearly 5 000 practitioners were recommended for the first phase and over R80 million was paid out to the sector. In the second phase and as of 14 December 2020, over R2 million was paid out to practitioners in the … [Read more...] about Arts dept working on third phase relief funding

COVID-19 claims a further 566 lives South Africa logged over 12 000 new COVID-19 cases for the first time this week, after recording fewer than 10 000 infections a day in the past few days. According to the latest data, the total number of COVID-19 cases identified is 1 369 426 after 12 714 were confirmed to have contracted the virus on Wednesday. Meanwhile, the active cases are now at 170 160, of which 53 442 are from KwaZulu-Natal, while 35 558 can be found in Gauteng and 32 366 in … [Read more...] about EC Ties in Second Place with WC

President Cyril Ramaphosa has informed Parliament about the employment of 2 122 members of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) to support other government departments in the fight against COVID-19. In a letter received by the National Assembly Speaker, Thandi Modise, and National Council of Provinces Chairperson, Amos Masondo, the President informed Parliament that he has authorised the employment of 2 122 members of the SANDF for service in order to preserve life, health or … [Read more...] about Over 2 000 SANDF members deployed to help fight COVID-19

The Department of Basic Educations says several provinces have completed the marking of Grade 12 exam papers ahead of schedule, and that results will be released on time. According to the department’s Assessment and Examination Director, Priscilla Ogunbanjo, over 90% of centres, which were scheduled to finalise the marking of scripts on Friday, have already wrapped up. Ogunbanjo revealed that Gauteng, Limpopo, KwaZulu-Natal and the Northern Cape have already concluded the work, while the … [Read more...] about Matric results to be released on time