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PHOTOS: Snow Falls Again at Afriski in Southern Africa

By SAPeople Contributor 28-04-20 12:59

An abundance of snow fell again last night in southern Africa, turning mountain slopes in Lesotho into a winter wonderland. Check out the gorgeous photos and videos below by Martin Schultz at Afriski Mountain Resort. Afriski Director, Peter Peyper, said “we have received more snow during April this year than we did in the past […]

What is the Wildlife Trade? And What are the Answers to Managing it?

By SAPeople Contributor 28-04-20 12:40

The legal global wildlife trade is worth roughly $300 billion. Of more than 31,500 listed terrestrial birds, mammals, amphibians and reptiles, approximately 5,500 are traded. Research predicts that a further 3,196 species may be traded in the future, placing a possible 8,775 species at risk of extinction. Serious attempts to regulate the trade in wildlife […]

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Calling Saffas Abroad to Help Feed Hungry South Africans Back Home

By SAPeople 28-04-20 17:03

If you’re a South African living abroad, and can spare just £20… that could help feed 200 kids back home with sandwiches and fruit for a week! Gordon’s Bay resident Inge Andrea Meischke Elliott, who herself was a former expat living in the USA, is calling on expats worldwide to please help (if you can) […]

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12 Rangers Tragically Killed in “Violent Ambush” in Virunga National Park

By Jenni Baxter 28-04-20 11:05

Twelve rangers, their driver, and four civilians were killed near the famous Virunga National Park headquarters on Friday (24 April) in what Game Rangers Association of Africa described as a “horrific roadside ambush”. Four other rangers were severely wounded, of which one remains in a critical condition, according to Virunga National Park. Two other civilians […]

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South Africa Celebrates Freedom Day in Time Square, New York

By SAPeople 28-04-20 08:38

In celebration of Freedom Day 2020, which was yesterday 27 April, a Nelson Mandela quote was emblazoned proudly across a building in New York city. The SA Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) posted a photo, saying “this amazing wrap is displayed in all its glory in Time Square, New York.” The quote used […]

Watch: What Does Lockdown Mean For the World’s Poor?

By SAPeople Contributor 28-04-20 00:25

Severe restrictions on travel and economic activity have been imposed in many parts of the world. For the poor, recessions have always meant starvation, lack of medical support for diseases including HIV treatment programmes, and in particular the deaths of infants and children vulnerable to malnutrition and childhood disease. What do the restrictions mean for […]

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1.5 Million Workers Set To Return To Work in South Africa

By SAPeople Contributor 28-04-20 00:19

About 1.5 million more South Africans will from 1 May return to work as government begins to lift a fraction of COVID-19 lockdown regulations. This comes as government gradually eases the economy back into activity as announced this week by President Cyril Ramaphosa. The regulations were introduced last month as government sought to counter the […]

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The Funniest Response to Stage Four Mixed Signals

By Guest Contributor 27-04-20 20:37

No one knows what is going on. So many versions of Level Four have circulated that we all have whiplash, and if you didn’t have an anxiety disorder before, you sure as shit have it now… writes Kim Nicola Stephens. Runners got their shoes all ready and prepped and then someone said NO JOGGING and […]

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WATCH Over 1000 South Africans Proudly Sing Their Anthem Together Apart

By Jenni Baxter 27-04-20 17:34

As South Africa went into Covid-19 lockdown in late March, over 50 performers encouraged the nation to do something powerful –  “to reflect on the lyrics of our anthem, as a source of inspiration and optimism, and to bravely sing it out loud.” Yesterday the man behind the concept – James Bassingthwaighte – announced: “1000+ […]

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President Ramaphosa Calls for Solidarity: FULL National Freedom Day Message

By SAPeople 27-04-20 16:34

Here follows the message by President Cyril Ramaphosa on the occasion of Freedom Day in South Africa, during Lockdown, 27 April 2020… in full: Fellow South Africans, Sanibonani. Dumelang. Inhlekani. Molweni. Lotjhani. Ndi masiari. Goeie dag. Good afternoon. On this day twenty-six years ago, a new nation was born in Africa. On the 27th of […]

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217 Cuban Health Specialists Arrive in South Africa

By SAPeople 27-04-20 08:26

A delegation of 217 Cuban Medical specialists arrived in South Africa in the early hours of Monday, just after midnight. The Cuban Medical brigade includes infectious diseases specialists, and has come to South Africa to support the country in its efforts to deal with #Covid_19, said the National Department of Health South Africa. The group […]

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Freedom Day Celebrations Move Online

By SAPeople 27-04-20 07:29

Owing to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s Freedom Day celebrations in South Africa will be marked using online platforms, says the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture. “Freedom Day, as South Africans know it, is very different this year… The COVID-19… pandemic has changed things… [from] the norm,” said the department ahead of Freedom Day […]

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26 April Update: South Africa Records 4,546 COVID-19 Cases, 87 Deaths

By SAPeople 26-04-20 23:26

South Africa has confirmed a total of 4 546 COVID-19 cases, with 87 deaths. “We regrettably report another COVID-19 related death in the Western Cape, which increases the total number of deaths to 87. “We convey condolences to the family and appreciate our frontline workers who treated this patient,” the Minister of Health, Dr Zwelini […]

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WATCH Surprise Drive-By Baby Shower Has South Africans in Tears

By Jenni Baxter 05-05-20 19:37

A surprise drive-by baby shower in South Africa has moved social media users to tears on social media. The video was posted on Facebook by Dinika Rooy from Buffalo Flats, East London. She said: “We are truly blessed. ?Drive by – Drop off Baby Shower… ??” One of her friends replied: “Your heart is made of […]

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Almost 40% of KZN Farmers Feel Less Safe During Lockdown as Crime Increases

By SAPeople 26-04-20 15:53

A survey by the Democratic Alliance has revealed that 21% of farmers in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) have experienced an increase in crime during the lockdown period, with 39% claiming that they feel that their personal safety and security has been compromised during the current lockdown period. The random survey, conducted amongst 45 commercial and small-scale farmers […]

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Capetonians Answer ‘Thuma Mina’ Call to Feed Thousands

By Jenni Baxter 29-04-20 10:37

A generous-hearted group of South Africans in Cape Town have been cooking, collecting and dishing out food to hundreds of people in township communities who may otherwise be starving. It started small just a week ago but is now reaching thousands, after Western Cape resident Helen During rallied her friends to help donate food because […]

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