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Plans to install a shark net at a beach near Ballito on KwaZulu-Natal’s north coast have sparked backlash from scientists, conservationists and local surfers.

The proposal relates to Tinley Manor Beach, where a new Club Med resort is expected to open later this year. Authorities say the nets are needed to protect swimmers as visitor numbers increase...


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The Everest Base Camp (EBC) trek has been on my bucket list for years, and if I knew that I essentially just needed two permits of 3000NR’s (R330 each) to do it by myself – I would have done it sooner.

Well, you will also need your own map, and to carry a pack… But remember you will buy food and sleep in guest houses – not needing much more than a light sleeping bag...


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In a move aimed at strengthening crime investigations in the Western Cape, 62 experienced detectives have been re-enlisted into the South African Police Service (SAPS).

Many of the detectives had previously retired or resigned, but have now returned to help boost investigative capacity in a province heavily affected by gang-related crime.

The development w...


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Cito has enjoyed more than 30 years in the South African music scene as a musician, director, producer and performer. He is best known as the charismatic frontman of the legendary WONDERboom. Still, he has also extended himself as an artist through side projects like Absinthè, BLVD HVNNY, and the El Cantante Trio, and on stage in Jesus Christ Superstar, Queen at the Ballet, a...


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At the helm of one of Africa’s busiest transit hubs, executive chef Devandra Narismulu orchestrates a 24/7 culinary operation with the military precision of a general and culinary flair of an artist.

Since taking the lead as executive chef at City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport, Narismulu has graduated from a childhood spent experimenting with family ...


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