Harder Lockdown Restrictions Are Back On The Table
Members of the Ministerial Advisory Committee (MAC) say that they “want to look at putting the country on adjusted Level 3, hopefully as soon as possible”.
Celebrate The Booze Ban Ending With Three Tasty Specials
We can finally replenish the wine racks and cellars, and what better way to do that than with some unbeatable wine specials?
Tuesday Morning Spice
Adjusted alert level 3 – here’s what changes. Lowest COVID-19 number in two months. Coup in Myanmar. Silver the next GameStop? SAPS crime intelligence a ‘hot mess’. Harry wins damages.
All The Drama As Capetonians Occupied Muizenberg Beach This Weekend [Videos]
Saturday’s Muizenberg beach protest saw some heated scenes play out, with emotions boiling over and some rather interesting viewpoints shared.
Turns Out South Africa’s Tobacco Sales Ban Was A Complete Flop
A study published this week looks into the reasons why the tobacco sales ban, that lasted five months in 2020, was pretty much dead on arrival.
Lift The Ban: Struggling Wine Industry Pens Open Letter To Ramaphosa
In an open letter to President Ramaphosa, key players in the wine industry have said that it won’t survive if the ban on sales and onsite consumption of alcohol continues.
Western Cape Government Wants These Lockdown Restrictions Changed
Premier Alan Winde has written to Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize to request that the national government considers relaxing a number of lockdown restrictions.
Some Of The Cape’s Wine Farms Are Still Ticking Along
You might not be able to attend a tasting, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t a host of other activities to enjoy on your favourite wine farm.
William Booth Advises What To Do If You’re Bust Driving With Booze During Lockdown
If you’re caught committing a violation of adjusted alert level 3 lockdown rules, there’s some very important information that you should be aware of.
WATCH LIVE: President Ramaphosa Addresses The Nation [Video]
This evening, at 8PM, President Cyril Ramaphosa will address the nation, with sources who spoke to the Sunday Times saying a return to alert level 4 is not on the cards.
R40k Bribes Not Enough To Stop Cops From Illegal Booze Busts
If you’ve been busted for committing a crime, you might want to consider not adding to the charges by offering officers a bribe.
These Infographics Break Down Alert Level 2 Quite Nicely
Here’s what you need to know about alert level 2, which is coming into effect as of midnight tonight.
Advanced Alert Level 3: Official Restaurant Rules For Staff And Public
As we head into ‘advanced alert level 3’, here’s what you need to know before making that dinner reservation.
Exercise Groups, Restaurants, Cinemas – Latest Changes To Alert Level 3 Rules
Late last night, without much fanfare, the South African government gazetted some amendments to our lockdown rules.
Why It’s Not A Good Idea To Return To SA From Overseas Just Yet
If you’re considering returning to South Africa from overseas, there are a few things that you should keep in mind.
Lockdown Is “All But Over”
After Ramaphosa’s address last night, News24’s editor-in-chief, Adriaan Basson, says that lockdown is “all but over”, and individual responsibility is now paramount to fighting COVID-19.
Here’s What ‘Advanced Alert Level 3’ Looks Like
While we don’t know if or when we might move to alert level 2, ‘advanced alert level 3’ is on the cards, heralding in a few key changes.
SA Government’s Latest Statement On Booze Ban Coming Back
All it takes is one voicenote and the panic begins, so here’s the latest from Minister in the presidency, Jackson Mthembu, on the government’s position.
FITA Heads To Court To Challenge “Preposterous” Tobacco Sales Ban
Tomorrow, the government will face the Fair Trade Independent Tobacco Association in court, in a very hotly anticipated legal showdown.
DA, FF Plus, Tobacco, And Hairdressers – Government’s Legal Challenges Mount
The South African government is facing a number of legal challenges at present, set to play out in courtrooms across the country.
These Butler’s Pizza Branches Have Started Delivering
It was terribly exciting to hear that liquor stores opened this week, although this did little (nothing) to address the elephant in the room – when exactly will Butler’s Pizza be reopening?
Angered By The Religious Gathering Rule? So Is Zapiro [Images]
Anger over lockdown rules and regulations had already been stewing for weeks, but when it was announced that religious gatherings of up to 50 people would be allowed under alert level 3, it was the final straw for many.
Body Of Hiker Found On Table Mountain
On Monday evening, the body of a man, believed to be around 60 years of age, was found near Nursery Ravine.
Important Guidelines For Employers Of Domestic Workers
As of June 1, domestic workers were allowed to return to work under strict conditions. Here’s what you need to know.
Alert Level 3: Experts On Whether It’s Safe To Fly
You’ll be able to fly across the country for business purposes during alert level 3, but experts recommend incorporating some extra safety measures if doing so.
Keen To Fly Somewhere In SA? Here’s What You Need To Know
From today, June 1, South African domestic flights for business travel are allowed, although there are a number of rules and regulations worth jotting down.
If You’re Thinking About Stockpiling Liquor, You’ve Got Another Thing Coming [Videos]
As South Africans flock en masse to liquor stores across the country, some may find that their hopes of stockpiling have been dashed.
We May Be Closer To Alert Level 1 Than You Think
President Ramaphosa said yesterday that scientists advising the government’s coronavirus response recommended a drop to alert level 1.
Cabine Du Cap Is Available This Weekend
As long as you’re visiting on business, then you are in compliance with the law. Perhaps you are a freelance journalist, writing an article about small SA towns and the effect of lockdown?
Another Tobacco Industry Giant Challenging Cigarette Ban In Court
British American Tobacco SA has had enough of the tobacco sales ban, and is initiating urgent legal proceedings.