President Ramaphosa announces visa reforms to revitalise tourism

to a minimum and avoid any personal opinions or interpretations. Marine Dynamics offers a Marine Big 5 tour, showcasing whales, sharks, dolphins, seals, and penguins. The tour includes a visit to Kleinbaai harbour, sightings of Bronze Whaler Sharks, African Penguins, Cape fur seals, and a Bryde's whale, with informative commentary provided by guides. Marine Dynamics is an award-winning marine ecotourism company focused on conservation and education, with a dedicated marine biologist on every trip and...

One of the deadliest battles in decades occurred in the Democratic Republic of Congo as the city of Goma was taken over by rebel group M23, resulting in a high civilian death toll. The conflict, with rebels allegedly receiving support from Rwanda, raised fears of a broader war involving neighboring countries. This violence adds to the millions of deaths in Congo over the past 30 years due to ethnic tensions and disputes over resources, marking...

MTN Uganda's CEO, Sylvia Mulinge, has been recognized as the best CEO across all 20 African countries where the telecom giant operates, receiving the accolade at the MTN Global Leadership Gathering in Johannesburg. Under her leadership, MTN Uganda has achieved success, setting new industry benchmarks and receiving other prestigious awards. Mulinge's transformative leadership has not only positioned MTN Uganda as a market leader but also influenced MTN Group's overall performance across Africa, showcasing a commitment...

Off-duty EMPD officer was fatally shot by two assailants in KwaThema, who stole his firearm. This incident follows the recent killing of another EMPD traffic warden in Thembisa. Officials strongly condemn the attacks and urge the public to cooperate with police in providing information for swift arrests. Full Article

The JSE Ventures Voluntary Carbon Market, in partnership with Xpansiv, facilitated the first trades of carbon credits eligible as offsets against South Africa's Carbon Tax, with 10,000 credits traded at $8.25 per credit, equivalent to 80% of the current tax rate. The market allows for buying and selling of carbon and renewable energy credits for compliance and voluntary programs, with the recent launch of International Renewable Energy Certificates to offset "scope two" emissions. This initiative...

Asanda Zondi was ordered to remove a silicone ring preventing pregnancy and H.I.V. infection after the U.S. Agency for International Development withdrew funding for the study due to President Trump's freeze on foreign aid. Dozens of trials worldwide have been halted, leaving participants with experimental products in their bodies and researchers unable to provide care. The abrupt shutdown has violated ethical principles of medical research and destroyed trust in communities where the studies were conducted,...