Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa has approved plans for the resumption of football. “The plans of the Premier Soccer League have been approved, considering the mitigation strategies and plans in relation to the level 3 risk adjusted strategy in addressing the COVID-19 pandemic,” the Ministry of Sport, Arts and Culture said on Wednesday. The plans have further been subject to analysis by health authorities and the National Institute of Communicable Diseases (NICD), who have … [Read more...] about Football to resume under strict conditions
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Safety first as more grades reopen on 6 July
The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has once again put a spotlight on safety in schools as the other grades prepare to go back to class on 6 July. Schools have been closed since the lockdown was instituted in March to curb the spread of Coronavirus. Schools partially reopened on 8 June for grades 7 and 12. However, DBE has since issued a set of directions, signed by Minister Angie Motshekga, to provide clarity and guidance on a variety of matters affecting the sector. The guidelines … [Read more...] about Safety first as more grades reopen on 6 July
Government spends R17m on quarantine sites
Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Patricia de Lille says government has so far spent R17 million to procure quarantine sites. Responding to a question when Ministers in the Economic Cluster fielded oral questions in the National Assembly, De Lille said there was a need to find a bigger balance between finding private and public sites for quarantine purposes. “The private sites that we are currently using and have procured are the rate that National Treasury has negotiated with the … [Read more...] about Government spends R17m on quarantine sites
First phase of Field Hospital could accommodate 1 485 patients
VWSA will also assist National Health Laboratory Services to improve its Covid-19 testing capacity Seven weeks after the initial announcement of VWSA’s plans to provide a temporary medical facility for Covid-19 patients, Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) today handed over the first phase of this project to the Eastern Cape Department of Health. VWSA announced on 5 May that they would make their former Port Elizabeth plant, situated in Neave, available as an overflow facility to … [Read more...] about First phase of Field Hospital could accommodate 1 485 patients
Coronavirus UPDATES: Cinemas, art galleries and museums will reopen from next month – Lockdown News
Coronavirus UPDATES: Cinemas, art galleries and museums will reopen from next month: Boris Johnson is today announcing major changes to the coronavirus lockdown in England. The Prime Minister has confirmed cinemas, museums and galleries can open on Saturday 4 July. And pubs, ... Source: "Coronavirus Lockdown" - BingNews. No new coronavirus deaths announced at Hartlepool's hospital trust for fourth day in a row as no further Covid-19 cases reported: No further coronavirus-related deaths have … [Read more...] about Coronavirus UPDATES: Cinemas, art galleries and museums will reopen from next month – Lockdown News
Coronavirus updates LIVE: 15 UK deaths; Shielding people given more freedom – Lockdown News
Coronavirus updates LIVE: 15 UK deaths; Shielding people given more freedom: The latest breaking coronavirus news and updates including deaths in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, plus UK lockdown changes, shielding guidance and daily deaths confirmation ... Source: "Coronavirus Lockdown" - BingNews. ARM Mac 2020 release date, price & specs rumours: Apple's made a special Mac mini powered by Apple Silicon for developers, but which Mac will be the first to have an Apple-made ARM … [Read more...] about Coronavirus updates LIVE: 15 UK deaths; Shielding people given more freedom – Lockdown News
UK facing ‘summer of discontent’ amid protests, coronavirus and job losses, senior police officer warns – Lockdown News
UK facing 'summer of discontent' amid protests, coronavirus and job losses, senior police officer warns: President of the Police Superintendents’ Association warns factors could 'come together to create further problems' ... Source: "Coronavirus Lockdown" - BingNews. Mannequins and decontamination chambers: Future of dining after coronavirus: Mannequins will be set up at tables, customers will have to undergo temperature checks and there will be plenty of outdoor dining when the coronavirus … [Read more...] about UK facing ‘summer of discontent’ amid protests, coronavirus and job losses, senior police officer warns – Lockdown News
An anthem for victims of Coronavirus and dedicated key workers – Port Elizabeth in the News
An anthem for victims of Coronavirus and dedicated key workers: Seven professional singers from Windsor and Maidenhead have made their contribution to a new anthem composed to raise spirits as the nation ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Cape Town Container Terminal works hard on backlogs amid Covid-19 & weather challenges: South Africa is in citrus peak season and, to the relief of growers in the interior and in the Eastern Cape, the harbours at Durban and Port Elizabeth are … [Read more...] about An anthem for victims of Coronavirus and dedicated key workers – Port Elizabeth in the News
SASSA clarifies rejected R350 grant applications
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) says it has been receiving many grievances about the declined R350 grant applications, which did not meet the approval requirements. However, according to the agency, the majority of rejected applications are from people already on the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) database or qualifying to receive it. They are now advising claimants to contact the Department of Employment and Labour to either apply for UIF or follow up with their … [Read more...] about SASSA clarifies rejected R350 grant applications
President’s first time answering questions in Parliament since declaration of the national state of disaster
President to respond to questions on virtual platform President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Thursday respond to questions for oral reply in the National Assembly. “To comply with social distancing measures, the sitting will be conducted in a hybrid form, with a small number of members present in the National Assembly and the rest on a virtual platform,” the Presidency said. The President will update Parliament on the national effort to contain the Coronavirus outbreak, including public … [Read more...] about President’s first time answering questions in Parliament since declaration of the national state of disaster
12 months free roadside assistance for out of Warranty and Service plan vehicles
Access to Isuzu finance to cover maintenance costs Owners of older vehicles can now benefit from the technical know-how of Isuzu technicians like Allastair Godwin Kleinhans of Reeds N1 City in Cape Town when they service their dealers at an approved Isuzu Dealership. PORT ELIZABETH - Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSA) is offering assistance to Isuzu Bakkie and SUV owners of out of warranty and service plan vehicles. The Isuzu Take Care Campaign will assist with maintenance of vehicles … [Read more...] about 12 months free roadside assistance for out of Warranty and Service plan vehicles
SASSA’s R350 grant fiasco
Dear MyPE The Democratic Alliance (DA) will submit urgent parliamentary questions to the Minister of Social Development, Lindiwe Zulu, to ascertain how her department and the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) have spent the billions of rands in funding that have been redirected towards social relief. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced on 21 April 2020, that the government “will direct R50 billion towards relieving the plight of those who are most desperately affected by the … [Read more...] about SASSA’s R350 grant fiasco
The world’s longest hard lockdown
Dear MyPE President Ramaphosa's announcement of a further lifting of lockdown restrictions is an admission that the lockdown serves no purpose and has failed. He seems to have finally realised just how devastating this lockdown has been – and will continue to be – for ordinary South Africans, but it’s happened far too late. Everything he announced last night could have – and should have – been announced almost two months ago. It is unclear at which level of the lockdown we now find … [Read more...] about The world’s longest hard lockdown
“The last few months have hit us hard”: Sheffield cinema issues important coronavirus update as it remains closed – Lockdown News
"The last few months have hit us hard": Sheffield cinema issues important coronavirus update as it remains closed: While I have your attention, I also have an important request to make of you. With the coronavirus lockdown having a major impact on many of our advertisers - and consequently the revenue we receive - ... Source: "Coronavirus Lockdown" - BingNews. Duke of Cambridge celebrates return of the Premier League: “Thank you to everyone involved for your hard work in making it happen. … [Read more...] about “The last few months have hit us hard”: Sheffield cinema issues important coronavirus update as it remains closed – Lockdown News
More Industries Opened
President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa announced this evening that the following industries will be opened: Restaurants for sit down Licensed Accommodation but not AIR BNB Conferences and meetings for business Cinemas and Theatres Casinos Personal Services such as Hairdressers etc Non Contact Sports Contact Sports Training Only All subject to Lockdown regulations and social distancing. These businesses need to adhere to strict safety requirements, which need … [Read more...] about More Industries Opened
