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https://www.news24.com/SouthAfrica/...LzzGlUZ0iVLT6y9uxtrsvUg8B5jr4w0HxMxvr0yQVuaeQ

A man is in a serious condition after an explosive device, allegedly planted under the seat of his Range Rover, detonated in Westlake, Cape Town, on Friday.

 

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Abba Tribute Show Yacht Party
https://www.capetownetc.com/competitions/win-tickets-to-abba-tribute-show-yacht-party

Are you ready for a top day out on the Water(loo)? The three hour cruise sets off from the V&A Waterfront aboard South Africa’s Biggest most luxurious yacht, the Mirage. It will set sail to Clifton with a live show of ABBA’s best hits. The very first Dancing Queens – The Abba Tribute Show Party Cruise will be hosted on October 5, 2019.

If you love the musical and the movies, you’re going to love the tribute show. This immersive yacht party cruise will take you on an unforgettable experience, all while enjoying a unique gin and tonic tasting by Wilderers Gin and Fitch & Leedes. Light snacks and a sunset cocktail experience are also included.

Ticket prices
R850 per person
R300 Kids under 12
R2800 Family Ticket of 4

To purchase this unforgettable experience on board South Africa’s biggest most luxurious yacht click on the link.
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Ticket includes
– Welcome Glass of MCC
– Gin & Tonic Tasting Experience with Botanicals
– Light Snacks provided
– Live Performances
– Sunset Gin & Tonic Experience

[COMPETITION]:

Win two tickets to the Dancing Queens – The Abba Tribute Show Yacht Party, including a welcome glass of MCC, a gin and tonic tasting experience, light snacks, live performances, and a sunset gin and tonic experience.

How to enter:
Simply fill in your details on the form below to enter. [The form is here

Competition Ts & Cs:
– Winners will be announced at 12pm Friday, September 27 2019 on this page
– Winners will be contacted via details entered on the form
– Prizes are not refundable and cannot be exchanged for money
– Transport to and from the venue is not included
– Entrants must be 18 or older.

 

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Bones dug up in Simon’s Town
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/bones-dug-up-in-simons-town

Diggers were left in shock after they unearthed what appears to be a shallow grave in Simon’s Town. The discovery was made during the construction of a new block of flats in the area, where more than a hundred bones were reportedly found.

The bones are estimated to be close to 300 years old.

Construction has been temporarily halted after the discovery to accomodate for the skeletons to be re-buried at a cemetery in Seaforth. The area where they were dug up is suspected to be remnants from when the Dutch colony first began thriving in Cape Town.

“The Dutch East India Company started using Simon’s Town as a winter harbour from 1741 so from that time on they built a hospital there in 1760,” Simon Liell-Cock, Simon’s Town ward councillor, said to CapeTalk. “This appears to be a shallow graveyard which has under 100 bodies and they are all naked. It seems to be quiet evident that they come from the Dutch East India Company hospital because there are no other artefacts or buttons, they were essentially naked and buried dead right where there was the hospital site.”

Heritage Western Cape, which is the province’s heritage resources authority, has also gotten involved in the excavation.

The bone analysis and DNA extracted from the skeletons’ teeth may also be able to shed more light on those who worked for the Dutch East India Company, their average life expectancy and what they used to eat.

 

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Most hijackings take place during the day
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/most-hijackings-take-place-during-the-day

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...the data [from Tracker] showed that most hijackings take place on Fridays in broad daylight – between 11am and 1pm – addressing the common misconception that most hijacking incidents occur in the late evening. The second most recorded incidents take place on the same day between 8pm and 11pm.

Vehicles with trackers were activated mostly on Saturdays between 12pm and 2pm for attempts of theft. Activations indicate that the car tracker initiates a recovery action so the vehicle can be tracked. This year’s statistics are very similar to those recorded last year.

Majority of the activations recorded took place in Gauteng, Kwa-Zulu Natal and the Western Cape. Suburbs in the Western Cape most affected by hijacking are Philippi, Khayelitsha and Maitland.

Philippi, Claremont and Dunoon most affected by cases of theft.

Although techniques used by criminals are similar year-on-year, the tracking company did record an increase in hostage-taking during hijackings.

On average 29% of incidences of hijackings this year involved hostages being taken.

Another recorded technique includes criminals impersonating law enforcement officials, spiking of drinks to take advantage unsuspecting victims, and vehicle theft via online selling platforms where motorists hand over their vehicles after receiving false payment for the vehicle.

In recorded business crimes, most vehicles were stolen for the goods they were carrying at the time.

Tracker reported recovering 5 438 vehicles, making 1 037 arrests and the recovery of 50 firearms between July 2018 and June 2019.

“Many people go about their regular driving activity on auto-pilot without much awareness or consideration for what is going on around them. Criminals recognise and take advantage of this complacency,” says Ron Knott-Craig, Executive Operational Services at Tracker South Africa. “To avoid being an easy target, we need to stay alert and be vigilant. Avoid distractions while driving and pay attention to your surroundings. Don’t believe it could never happen to you.”

Locals are advised to be more aware of their surroundings and take into account the various methods and tendencies of behaviours to better prepare themselves. If you are worried about your vehicle, installing a tracking device is one way to better ensure your car’s return if it is ever stolen.

 

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Whale breaches over 30 times in False Bay
https://www.capetownetc.com/cape-town/whale-breaches-over-30-times-in-false-bay/

25 Aug. 2019

Photo by Dave Hurwitz. Follow above link for more stunning pics.

Eager whale-watchers aboard the Simon’s Town Boat Company tour this week were lucky enough to experience a unique sighting as an excited gentle giant breached more than 30 times in a short space of time.

The boat was near Smitswinkel Bay in the False Bay area when tour-goers spotted a lively whale making its way towards Cape Point.

“This animal was full of energy and literally dived and breached continuously for over 40 minutes.
We had the feeling that it was deliberately giving us a show, as each breach seemed to provide a different aerial display,” said Dave Hurwitz from Simon’s Town Boat Company. Guests enjoyed the rare display as they waited in anticipation for each consecutive breach.

“What was particularly great for our guests is that the breaches were predictable and no matter whether they were using the fanciest camera or a cellphone, they all got great photos and videos,” Hurwitz said.

“I would have loved to record the cheers and screeches of joy each time the animal breached – that in itself would make an entertaining sound track,” he said.

n 20 years that Hurwitz has been operating the tour company, he says he never tires of seeing these unique displays and majestic animals come close to their vessels.
Every year, Southern Right Whales make their way up the coastline to breed and calve. The best time to watch the whales is from July to December.

There are a number of theories as to why whales and other marine mammals breach. Some scientists believe it is a form of communication during mating season, to tell other whales they are ready and available. Others believe it is to communicate areas with a bountiful food supply or even dangers caused by predators. Whatever the reason it is a truly amazing sight to behold.

Locals hoping to catch a glimpse of something similar can join the tours from June to November between 10.30am and 2pm daily.
Bookings can be made at www.boatcompany.co.za

 

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Here's something for all the cat-lovers

Café serves cake, coffee and cat cuddles
https://www.capetownetc.com/cape-town/cafe-serves-cake-coffee-and-cat-cuddles/

15 April 2019

South Africa’s first cat café is rescuing feline friends from the Western Cape and giving them a special home where cat-lovers can visit them. And while you’re there, you can stock up on all sorts of cute cat goodies and humans can enjoy tasty treats.

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Visitors can feast their eyes on a paw-sitively paw-some array of unique gifts from rare collector items to clothing, jewellery, books, fabric, stationary, toys, ornaments, homeware, chocolates, bumper stickers, mats and more cat-inspired gifts than you can imagine.
You could look through the two designated cat shop areas for hours and still see new items you missed before. This is the place to be when shopping for a cat mom or that friend who can’t get enough kitty goodies.

Last year, 12 adorable cats from Stellenbosch Animal Welfare left their shelter cages behind and moved on to a life of luxury with lots of space and love at Cat Heaven Rescue Cat Café ... Cat Heaven is now home to 17 and soon-to-be 20 friendly little felines who love to join your table for a nap or a cuddle while you enjoy a delicious cup of coffee or decadent slice of cake.

Cat Heaven’s kitties even have a charming indoor play area complete with a jungle gym, scratching posts, cosy beds, hammocks, mirrors (which they adore) and lots of toys for their amusement. They even have a lovely garden with an outdoor jungle gym and lots of catnip.

While you relax among the cosy cats, you can also order one of the many delicious cakes on offer paired with a coffee, cappuccino or tea. The delightful cat-themed crockery adds the purrrfect personal touch to the experience.

They offer in-house adoption which allows cat-loving patrons, who can’t have a cat at home, the chance to become a parent to their very own four-legged child at Cat Heaven. Once adopted, you can visit him or her on a regular basis and will be being kept up to date with their kitty’s comings and goings.

“Our Cat Café was built and designed with the happiness and pleasure of our cats as a priority. To ensure our cats are well fed and have access to medical care, we charge an entrance fee along with the sale of coffee, tea, soft drinks, cakes, cookies, biltong, popcorn and Pedal Pops. All our cats are micro-chipped, vaccinated, treated for fleas and worms, insured, groomed daily and bathed when required. We have a display area with pictures of all our cats on a wall, along with their names to ensure that patrons can get to know them individually. We have a list of very necessary Cat Café rules and a zero-tolerance policy for anyone causing distress to our furry children,” says Valerie who is currently studying Ethology, specialising in cats, and will soon be graduating as a Cat Behaviourist.

Cat Heaven Rescue Cat Café is a non-profit organisation. All funds generated at the Café go towards the feeding and maintenance of the health and welfare of the resident cats, and their environment. Any excess funds are donated to animal charities.

“Our mission is to tell people, don’t buy animals, rescue them from shelters. The best part of our work here is seeing all the different personalities, you could write a book about each one. See our cats come out of their cages literally and figuratively is amazing, we love to see them being happy and free,” said Valerie.

More information on Cat Heaven Rescue Cat Café:

– The entrance fee to the café is R20.
– Coffee, tea, soft drinks, cakes, cookies, biltong, popcorn and Pedal Pops are served. Birthday cakes are permissible by prior arrangement.
– Cat Heaven’s premises offer ample parking and good security.

Rules of Cat Heaven’s Rescue Cat Café

1. Please sanitise your hands on entering the Cat Café.
2. Do not pull a cat by its tail, whiskers or any part of its body.
3. Do not attempt to hold or carry a cat. They may sit on your lap if they like you though.
4. Cats do not like loud or sudden music. Talk softly at all times and do not chase the cats.
5. Photographs are welcomed, but no flash photography. Cats’ eyes are very sensitive.
6. Do not wake a sleeping cat or disturb a cat while it is eating.
7. Only food purchased at the Café may be consumed on the premises.
8. High-heeled shoes are prohibited.

“There are two means of refuge from the misery of life – music and cats!” – Albert Schweitzer

Contact: 083 357 2527
Address: 35 Bright Street, Somerset West Cape Town, Western Cape 7130
Website:www.catheaven.co.za

 

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PI hired to find missing Claremont girl
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/pi-hired-to-find-missing-claremont-girl

As the search for missing University of Cape Town student Uyinene “Nene” Mrwetyana has entered its fifth day, her family has reportedly contacted a private investigator to help track the 19-year-old down.

Noel Pratten has been hired by the Mrwetyana family in a bid to find their daughter, who was last seen in Claremont on Saturday, August 24. According to reports, Nene left her residence at Roscommon House in Claremont’s Main Road at approximately 1.30pm before making her way to nearby Mowbray to have her nails done.

Pratten revealed that she was allegedly seen collecting a parcel from a post office in Clareinch on the day of her disappearance.
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UPDATE:
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/breaking-man-charged-with-rape-and-murder-of-claremont-teen

The suspect arrested in connection with the disappearance of University of Cape Town (UCT) Uyinene “Nene” Mrwetyana over the weekend, was charged with her rape and murder this morning. The 42-year-old made his first appearance in the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court this morning, and is an employee of the Clareinch Post Office. This is the same place Mrwetyana was last seen on August 24.

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The State alleged that the 19-year-old had gone to the Clareinch Post Office to enquire about a package, but found that there was no electricity. She was told to return later. When she did, the accused sexually harassed her, and bludgeoned her with a scale when she tried to fight him off.

According to the State, he had confessed to the crime. He later allegedly admitted to where a body was buried.

Those in the public gallery called him a pig, and sobs were reportedly heard from friends and family during the proceedings.

The case was postponed to November 5.

 

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A treat without the cheat at Guiltless Protein Bakery
https://www.capetownetc.com/cape-town/a-treat-without-the-cheat-at-guiltless-protein-bakery/

23 Aug. 2019

"Guiltless Protein Bakery in Sea Point is a little slice of heaven. This bakery is unlike anything Cape Town has ever experienced. With health being a major priority for Capetonians, Guiltless Bakery has created a range of products that satisfy the sweet tooth, without derailing your eating habits.

All the items on the menu are high in protein, gluten-free, low in carbs, have no added sugars or preservatives and are absolutely delicious. In the glass display you will find cookie dough protein bars, carrot cakes, red velvet cupcakes, protein baked cheesecake, bonbons and peanut butter brownies.

If you are on the go and looking for a caffein fix, Guiltless Protein Bakery serves up a mean cup of coffee. The Ripped Coffee, essentially a warm protein shake and Bullet Coffee are two items worth trying.

For those looking for a protein-packed meal, breakfast and lunch options are available. Think brownie batter, carrot cake or strawberry cheesecake proats (protein oats) and protein flapjack stack featuring blueberries and bananas for breakfast. A mouthwatering variety of protein smoothies are also available, as well as open toast options.

What reinforces Guiltless Protein Bakery’s commitment to delivering high quality, affordable and delicious products, is that the nutritional information of each product is displayed. Customers know exactly what they are consuming.

For more information, visit www.guiltless.co.za

 

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Proposed Cape by-law prohibits swearing on beaches
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/proposed-cape-by-law-prohibits-swearing-on-beaches/

21 August 2019

A new by-law open for public comment aims to protect the Mother City’s beaches as a public asset, according to the City of Cape Town. If it goes ahead, it will also allow law enforcement officers to prevent negative impact on our coastal environments. One of the new proposed by-laws is the prohibition of foul or indecent language in coastal zones as they are frequented by families and children.

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Proposed Cape by-law prohibits swearing on beaches
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/proposed-cape-by-law-prohibits-swearing-on-beaches/

21 August 2019

A new by-law open for public comment aims to protect the Mother City’s beaches as a public asset, according to the City of Cape Town. If it goes ahead, it will also allow law enforcement officers to prevent negative impact on our coastal environments. One of the new proposed by-laws is the prohibition of foul or indecent language in coastal zones as they are frequented by families and children.

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Restaurants offer safe spaces to SA women
https://www.all4women.co.za/1837949...ews/restaurants-offer-safe-spaces-to-sa-women

6 Sept. 2019

"Several South African business, mostly based in the Western Cape, have embraced a new initiative, offering safe spaces to South African women. The news and national mood has been dominated by what President Cyril Ramaphosa has called a “dark period”.

He was reacting to the murders of several women, including UCT student Uyinene Mrwetyana, boxer Leighandre Jegels, university student Jesse Hess, horse rider Meghan Cremer and Cape Town woman Lynette Volschenk.

Raptor Room, a restaurant in Cape Town said in a Facebook post: “If you are ever walking in the street close to us and you feel unsafe, just come inside. You don’t need to buy anything. If you are here and you need to walk to your car alone, ask us to walk with you to make sure you are safe. If you are ever in our space and you don’t feel safe, please tell us.”

Other businesses soon followed. La Mouette, a restaurant in Sea Point said in a Facebook post: “It is a tough time for our beloved Cape Town this week. There are no words left, only the actions that define us.

“Both La Mouette and Upper Bloem Restaurant want to follow The Raptor Room’s example and initiate a #comein policy. If you are in our area in Sea Point or Green Point and you feel in any way unsafe, please COME IN – we will wait with you for your Uber, taxi or friends or one of us will walk with you to your car if needs be.”

Obi restaurant offered women a safe space in Long Street.



It was not only restaurants and bars that made the offer. Inkfinity Tattoo Studio in Parow, Cape town, also supported the initiative.

DA MP Dean MacPhearson lauded Bagdrop, a Cape Town luggage storage company that also supported the initiative.

Toscana, a pizzeria in Claremont, Cape Town, the area where Uyinene was raped and murdered, has also offered its premises as a safe space. Den Anker, a restaurant at the V&A Waterfront has also pledged support for the initiative.

In Gauteng, Tonic gin bar and Tanen wine bar also adopted the initiative.

 

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Restaurants offer safe spaces to SA women
https://www.all4women.co.za/1837949...ews/restaurants-offer-safe-spaces-to-sa-women

A great initiative! If I ever felt unsafe I would walk into any restaurant or shop and stay there, whether they follow this initiative or not; but it's not everyone who would offer to walk with you to your car!

 

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It's amazing how South Africans from all background can come together to solve problems.

 

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Restaurants offer safe spaces to SA women
https://www.all4women.co.za/1837949...ews/restaurants-offer-safe-spaces-to-sa-women

6 Sept. 2019

"Several South African business, mostly based in the Western Cape, have embraced a new initiative, offering safe spaces to South African women. The news and national mood has been dominated by what President Cyril Ramaphosa has called a “dark period”.

He was reacting to the murders of several women, including UCT student Uyinene Mrwetyana, boxer Leighandre Jegels, university student Jesse Hess, horse rider Meghan Cremer and Cape Town woman Lynette Volschenk.

Raptor Room, a restaurant in Cape Town said in a Facebook post: “If you are ever walking in the street close to us and you feel unsafe, just come inside. You don’t need to buy anything. If you are here and you need to walk to your car alone, ask us to walk with you to make sure you are safe. If you are ever in our space and you don’t feel safe, please tell us.”

Other businesses soon followed. La Mouette, a restaurant in Sea Point said in a Facebook post: “It is a tough time for our beloved Cape Town this week. There are no words left, only the actions that define us.

“Both La Mouette and Upper Bloem Restaurant want to follow The Raptor Room’s example and initiate a #comein policy. If you are in our area in Sea Point or Green Point and you feel in any way unsafe, please COME IN – we will wait with you for your Uber, taxi or friends or one of us will walk with you to your car if needs be.”

Obi restaurant offered women a safe space in Long Street.



It was not only restaurants and bars that made the offer. Inkfinity Tattoo Studio in Parow, Cape town, also supported the initiative.

DA MP Dean MacPhearson lauded Bagdrop, a Cape Town luggage storage company that also supported the initiative.

Toscana, a pizzeria in Claremont, Cape Town, the area where Uyinene was raped and murdered, has also offered its premises as a safe space. Den Anker, a restaurant at the V&A Waterfront has also pledged support for the initiative.

In Gauteng, Tonic gin bar and Tanen wine bar also adopted the initiative.

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i hope these businesses vetted their staff better than the post office did.

 

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i hope these businesses vetted their staff better than the post office did.

@lesvaches and the primary school too!

 

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Mass men’s meeting on gender-based violence planned
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/mass-mens-meeting-on-gender-based-violence-planned

6 Sept. 2019

"A mass men’s meeting is being planned to discuss their role in gender-based violence and how they can take action against it. The meeting, hosted by South African men, will be held on Monday, September 9.

Organisers of the event spread the word of the meeting at yesterdays protest at parliament against gender-based violence, among them Groote Kerk minister Riaan de Villiers.

Speaking to Cape Times, de Villiers said, “We would like to invite all men to hear the cries of the women and the children in our country, to come together so that they can talk among themselves and realise that they are the perpetrators of what is happening in the country.”

“This is so that they can understand how they are contributing to this problem and can find a solution on how they will react and how they will change the current situation. They need to take immediate, concrete action on even a basic level.”

De Villiers encourages men all over the country to host meetings in their own communities to discuss the practical ways they can address gender-based violence and their complicity in it.

The meeting will be held at 55 Kloof Street on September 9 from 6pm to 8pm, and all South African men are encouraged to attend."

 

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Women-only ride-hailing service to launch in Cape Town
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/women-only-ride-hailing-service-to-launch-in-cape-town

6 Sept. 2019

ChaufHer, a ride-hailing service for women and by women, will soon launch in Cape Town and Johannesburg. The service will connect female drivers to female passengers, thus empowering women and helping passengers feel more safe.

On their website, ChaufHer explains why they have created this service. “Our mission is to provide a safe environment for women to get out there and live their best lives without having to worry about how they will get around. Every aspect of the ChaufHer experience places safety at its heart.”

“When women get together and support each other anything is possible. We created ChaufHer to be truly by women, for women, so you know that someone you can trust is picking you up.”

There have been a number of reports of sexual harassment and abuse against male Uber and Taxify drivers in South Africa, causing many women to feel unsafe using these services.

ChaufHer rides are designed to ensure the safety and comfort of each passenger. Professional female drivers go through a comprehensive vetting process. Passengers also go through a vetting process when they register to ensure the drivers safety. There will be an SOS button feature that both drivers and passengers can use if they feel uncomfortable or unsafe during their trip. The service also provides an option for a car with a child booster seat for passengers travelling with little ones.

To use this service, passengers must download the ChaufHer app (soon to be available for iOs and Android devices), register, and ride.

The service will be coming soon to Cape Town, although there is no specific date as of yet. There are also plans for it to launch in Johannesburg. Watch this space, we will let you know when it officially launches.

 

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Women-only ride-hailing service to launch in Cape Town
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/women-only-ride-hailing-service-to-launch-in-cape-town

It's all very well during the day, but tell me which woman is prepared to drive to the airport to pick up someone at night??

 

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N2 Hijackings (near airport)

I came across this useful information on FB.

 

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Major banking strike planned for September
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/major-banking-strike-planned-for-september

2 Sept. 2019

"The country’s largest financial union is planning a major strike to take place at the end of this month. Tools will be downed as Sasbo members prepare to protest over planned retrenchments in the banking sector.

Sasbo – or the South African Society of Bank Officials – is 73 000 members strong, and wants banks to consider alternative options to retrenchments, such as re-skilling employees whose jobs are at risk. “If the banks say no, the struggle continues and we will make sure we shut down the system until they come to their senses,” Sasbo Secretary-General Joe Kokela says to BusinessTech. “We can even make sure replenishment of ATMs are kept to a minimum so that the country runs short of money.”

As reported by eNCA, the strike has the support of Cosatu, who have warned that the strike will just be a “warm up” exercise.

“All Cosatu-affiliated unions will mobilise to ensure that the Sasbo banking sector strike on 27 September is successful,” Cosatu Deputy General-Secretary Solly Phetoe. “This strike will be part of a build-up to the 7 October full-blown national strike.”

Absa, Standard Bank, and Nedbank Group have all consulted with staff about cuts in recent months.

Absa is restructuring operations across its business units, Standard Bank is closing 91 branches, while Nedbank is in talks with about 1,500 employees over job cuts or redeployments.

 

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Birthday freebies in Cape Town
https://www.capetownetc.com/cape-town/birthday-freebies-in-cape-town

11 Sept. 2019

Table Mountain Aerial way:
Table Mountain gives birthday boys and girls 18 and older the chance to take a free return trip up the mountain in their cable-car. All you need is your ID to go mountain high. Tickets are valid on your birthday and the week thereafter. A return trip typically costs R330, so this birthday special is quite the steal.

Cape Town Aquarium:
... You can claim your ticket the day of, or 6 days after, your birthday. Tickets are collected onsite and only when an ID or documentation is presented. This special saves you the R185 adult entrance fee.

Ster-Kinekor:
... Ster Kinekor offers their club card members a free movie ticket on their birthday. Tickets are valid for seven days and can be used on any 2D or 3D movie a week after their release. Does not apply to Cine Prestige or IMAX.

Galileo Open Air Cinema:
... Watch a free movie at the popular Galileo open air cinema the week of your birthday. You get free entrance, as well as a blanket and backrest. Make sure to check their movie schedule to find out what they’re playing the week of your birthday. Tickets usually range from R109-R195.

Cape Wheel:
Ride the Cape Wheel for free on your birthday! All you have to do is sign up to their birthday club and you’ll receive a free ride voucher to redeem on your birthday. You also receive a complimentary A3 sized birthday photo when you purchase a photo pack after your ride. Adult tickets typically cost R150.

Krispy Kreme:
Krispy Kreme recently opened its first Cape Town store, making it the perfect time to treat yourself. Birthday boys and girls can get a dozen free original glazed doughnuts with a purchase of a dozen doughnuts on their birthday.

 

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RUGY FANS - THIS IS FOR YOU

WIN: Springbok and Cape Town Monopoly hampers
https://www.capetownetc.com/competitions/win-springbok-and-cape-town-monopoly-hampers/

11 Sept. 2019

Picture from Cape Town etc FB (above link)
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As South Africa’s excitement starts to build for the Rugby World Cup, the first ever range of Springbok board and card gamester now available in stores. SA Rugby’s Springbok Monopoly, Springbok Top Trumps cards and playing cards have landed in South Africa and are ready to play!

The Springbok Monopoly board game is a twist on the classic board game. Participants travel around the board and buy their favourite Springbok players and rugby stadiums – they then negotiate with opponents in an attempt to build a rugby empire. A rugby ball, boot, goal posts, whistle and trophy replace the original tokens like the top hat. Monopolists will build stands and stadiums and trade their way to success.

Player selection for the Monopoly board has been kept a secret prior to the launch, leading to speculation around who will make the cut and how the players will be ranked. With the most-loved Bok ‘The Beast’ taking the top spot, there is room for much debate around the selection and ranking of players on the board.

A card game as part of the popular ‘Top Trumps’ series has also been developed. The Top Trumps cards features key facts on selected Springbok players. Rate the team’s great players on their Caps, their Height, their Tries and the ultimate test; the Top Trumps Tackle Rating. Read all about their achievements as you try and collect all 30 cards from your opponent.

This is the first time the Springboks have featured on these classic games. It remains to be seen whether South Africans compete in the games with the same passion and competitive spirit as the Springboks show on the field.

Other Monopoly Games available in South Africa include Cape Town, Durban, Liverpool, Manchester City, World Football Stars, WWE, Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones.

Stockists of the game include Sportsmans Warehouse, Toy Kingdom. ToysRUs, CNA and PNA, Musica, Exclusive Books, Hamleys, Checkers and SArugby.co.za

Prize Details:
Two hampers including a Springbok Monopoly and a Springbok Top Trumps and two hampers including a Cape Town Monopoly and a Springbok Playing Cards. There will be four winners in total.
How to enter:
Simply fill in your details on the form below to enter.

Competition Ts & Cs:
– The winners will be announced at 12pm Wednesday, 17 September 2019 on this page
– Winners will be contacted via details entered on the form
– Prizes are not refundable and cannot be exchanged for money
– Your prize will be couriered to the address provided.

 

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What to do when strangers take pictures of your kids
https://www.capetownetc.com/family/what-to-do-when-strangers-take-pictures-of-your-kids

12 Sept 2019

"Capetonians have been up in arms over a group of men who were spotted taking unsolicited pictures of children on Muizenberg Beach. Residents were shocked and concerned to hear about the incident and many felt hopeless about what they could do to protect their child.

“I just want to share my experience I had today on Muizenberg beach and hope parents are more vigilant because the world has become a scary place,” a post shared on the popular Fish Hoek Voice Facebook group reads. “So while we were sitting on beach, I notice this guy walking on the beach and seems like he is on a video call. Then he stops and takes a picture of a young girl while the mother is there, who doesn’t seem to be bothered, and carries on walking along the beach and then takes another picture of a little girl.”

Numerous reports of similar occurrences have been popping up on local Facebook groups and between residents in certain areas, as a worried parent here are a few things you can do to take control of a situation when it arises.

1. Address the person taking pictures
You don’t have to be rude or violent but it is within your rights as a parent to politely express your discomfort and ask photographers to stop taking pictures. In this situation you can also block the view of your child and show that you are watching them closely and playing attention to their safety.

Often, foreigners visiting a country think that it is okay to take pictures of children and may not be trying to do so for nefarious purposes, although this is a legitimate fear in today’s society.

In the instance that a person happens to be taking pictures without thinking, they will most likely apologise and delete the pictures.

2. What if a stranger refuses or runs away?
In the instance that this occurs, parents are encouraged to immediately contact nearby authorities. Try to remember the appearance of the person/s in question and explain the situation as best as you can to law enforcement officials.

Because this usually happens in a public setting, the assumption can’t be made that the person/s has broken the law in anyway but if you feel your privacy has been infringed upon, you are within your rights to report it. This includes calling the police.

3. Laying charges
Parents may lay crimen injuria charges against the stranger which address a case in which an individuals dignity or privacy is unlawfully or intentionally impaired. If a parent continues to lay charges against the stranger, evidence of the incident and witnesses will be needed.

4. It is okay to forcefully take the phone of a stranger?
In the situation where a parent feels a stranger is actively taking pictures of their child, many would be inclined to forcefully take the phone and check for themselves.

This action is outside of the law and the stranger has no obligation to show the parent in question anything on their personal cellphone.

Parents should be very careful not to harm the stranger or damage their personal belongings.

 

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"You don’t have to be rude or violent but it is within your rights as a parent to politely express your discomfort

BS!!!!!!! If someone were taking pictures of my child I would tell them to $%%$$@ in no uncertain terms!!!

I read an article about women being raped and the author said that often the woman finds herself in a precarious situation because she is afraid of being rude e.g. a man offers to walk her to her car and she feels it would be rude to refuse his "gentlemanly" offer.

Once, many many years ago, I had got home at just after midnight and I was about to unlock the door of my flat, when suddenly a man appeared and asked if there were any available flats in that block. I think my uncensored reply rendered him speechless and he left.