Alcohol ban lifted, curfew eased and beaches reopened this week
According to a report by News24, the government has discussed lifting the national alcohol ban in several meetings over the past week. As the rate...
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No device, access to the internet or a facility with a generator? Then you’ll struggle to get a vaccine
The Department of Health held a webinar on Wednesday night to discuss the country’s vaccine plans. According to what was discussed, citizens will need a...
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New survey reveals how many South Africans are willing to get a vaccine -or not- and why
A new research briefing, published by The Centre for Social Change (CSC), University of Johannesburg (UJ) and the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC), reveals how...
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The World Economic Forum lists the biggest global risks facing humanity
The World Economic Forum recently released the 16th edition of its Global Risks Report. The annual survey analyses the risks from “societal fractures—manifested through persistent...
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Joe Biden bans South African travellers from the US – Here’s the list of countries we’re already barred from
Joe Biden is currently underway making some big changes to America’s strategy in fighting the pandemic. One of those changes includes cracking down on open...
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Western Cape to buy its own Covid-19 vaccines
During a recent interview with CapeTalk, Western Cape Premier, Alan Winde revealed that the province is planning to procure its own Covid-19 vaccines. Winde said...
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South Africa’s new COVID-19 vaccine ‘ID system’ and how it works
The South African government is developing a new vaccine ID system – the Electronic Vaccination Data System (EVDS) – to assist with the roll-out of...
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All major medical aid schemes to cover the full cost of vaccinations for members
South Africans who are covered by medical aid will soon be able to get vaccinated with zero costs incurred. The Board of Healthcare Funders recently...
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New Year’s Eve parties with countdowns are illegal this year
This festive season a nationwide curfew will be in effect between 23.00 – 04.00 and 22.00 – 04.00 for hotspots such as Nelson Mandela Bay...
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December Lockdown: Break these rules and face a fine or jail time
On Tuesday the official lockdown rules for December were gazetted into law by government. The following restrictions came into immediate effect and will remain in...
