The 24 April launch of the programme for the Langa Centenary celebrations featured Afrofusion band Abavuki. Photo: Mary-Anne Gontsana The Langa Centenary celebrations kick off on 27 April, with a 10km Freedom Run around the township, starting and ending at the Langa stadium. The run honours Makhosonke Fika, Langa’s legendary long-distance athlete. Fika has run different … [Read more...] about Langa Centenary celebrations to kick off on Freedom Day
South Africa
Report on national greenhouse gas published
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Barbara Creecy, has published South Africa’s 8th National Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report (NIR).The report contains a detailed inventory of South Africa’s annual greenhouse gas emissions from 2000 to 2020. “The greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory is central to tracking the implementation of South Africa’s Nationally Determined … [Read more...] about Report on national greenhouse gas published
Turkish President honours SAPS K9 team for saving lives after earthquake
Turkish President Recept Tayyip Erdogan has honoured the South African Police Service (SAPS) K9 search and rescue team, following the devastating earthquake that engulfed the country in February.The team was recognised for their incredible intervention in the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria that claimed over 50 000 lives – including 45 968 confirmed deaths in Türkiye and 7 259 … [Read more...] about Turkish President honours SAPS K9 team for saving lives after earthquake
28 April a Special School Holiday
Police have arrested a 50-year-old woman and her 39-year-old partner in connection with the murders of two children, Nqobile Zulu and Tshiamo Rabanye, in Soweto. Their mutilated bodies were found last Thursday morning, after they went missing on the Wednesday night. “The duo has since been charged with murder. They will appear before t... See more … [Read more...] about 28 April a Special School Holiday
Take Your Eco Steps In Eco-Friendly Trainers
FitFlop’s Evolution Collection is made from recycled materials and has a design for everyone.Innovation and sustainability are becoming more of a priority for footwear companies as they focus more on product design and reducing their carbon footprint. This growing awareness around sustainable fashion has been caused by consumers and retailers that expect brands to be a part of … [Read more...] about Take Your Eco Steps In Eco-Friendly Trainers
