Over 2,000 workers at Impala Platinum Mine are staging a protest underground following a recent change in ownership and concerns about their benefits. The protest has been fueled by demands for immediate pension payouts, tax-free bonuses, and a revised profit-sharing scheme. While some employees have surfaced, the majority continue their underground demonstration. Despite efforts by Implats to provide support and assistance to those wishing to leave the protest, the standoff shows no signs of abating.
Dream Vacation Turns Sour as Travel Agency Allegedly Swindles Customer Out of R115,000
Gerhard van den Berg’s 40th birthday celebration in the Maldives was marred by a cruel twist of fate when a Fourways travel agency, Priority Escapes, allegedly absconded with his R115,000 payment. Van den Berg painstakingly planned and paid for the trip, only to receive a “cease of trading” email a few days before his scheduled departure. This incident underscores the risks associated with travel scams and emphasizes the importance of stringent consumer protection measures.
Fatal Farm Attack Sparks Outcry as Western Cape Minister Condemns Violence Against Farmers
The murder of 72-year-old farmer Willem van der Westhuizen and the assault on his wife, Christine, at their Van Ryhynsdorp farm has elicited strong condemnation from Western Cape Agriculture Minister Ivan Meyer. The assailants, five masked men, fatally attacked Willem and inflicted serious injuries on Christine, who managed to escape the next day seeking help. Meyer’s denouncement underscores the detrimental impact of such criminal acts on the agricultural sector’s economic growth and job creation.
Gauteng Braces for Wet Christmas Amid Lingering Thunderstorms
Gauteng is set for a damp Christmas as weather forecasters predict ongoing thunderstorms and downpours in the country’s interior until next week. With an 80-60% chance of rain on Christmas Day, recent storms have caused structural damage to healthcare facilities in Tshwane, leading to flooding and roof damage. The Department of Health is assessing the scale of the damage, but refurbishment timelines remain uncertain due to the persistent heavy rain forecasts. Tshwane Emergency Services advise the public to remain vigilant against the rising risk of flooding.
