The clock is ticking! CapeGate Shopping Centre is calling on shoppers and the wider community to help deliver a little Christmas magic to 520 children from under-resourced communities as the Santa Shoebox Project drop-off deadline approaches. With the deadline of 31 October just around the corner, CapeGate is reminding everyone who has pledged a shoebox to make sure their lovingly packed gifts are delivered on time. Each Santa Shoebox is prepared for a specific child and filled with a thoughtful combination of everyday essentials, educational supplies and festive treats. For the children receiving them, the excitement of opening a box packed especially for them is a Christmas moment worth remembering. CapeGate has set its sights on collecting 520 shoeboxes, and every single donation counts towards reaching that target. Whether you’ve already pledged and packed your box or still want to get involved, now is the time to help make those 520 Christmas wishes come true. Don’t let your shoebox miss its date with Santa! Shoppers are encouraged to deliver their completed, labelled Santa Shoeboxes to the designated drop-off point at CapeGate Shopping Centre by 31 October. For more information on the Santa Shoebox Project, pledging and packing guidelines, visit www.santashoebox.org.za. CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za. Author: Neke Ndlovu from Angelfish PR and Events on behalf of Capegate shopping center. …
Record Number of Men Entered for Big Walk for Cancer
A record number of men has already entered for the annual Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer presented by Isuzu Motors South Africa, after the selection of the Prostate Foundation of South Africa as a 2026 beneficiary, alongside CHOC, the Childhood Cancer Foundation in the Eastern Cape. “For the first time in 28 years, a nonprofit organisation supporting a cancer condition that only affects men was selected, and we are delighted to see the response from men in Algoa Country,” says Algoa FM managing director Alfie Jay. Recent research has identified prostate cancer as the most common cancer among South African men, with a lifetime risk of up to one in 23, making its diagnosed incidence rate higher than that of breast cancer. Some studies put the incidence as high as one in 15. “The good news is that prostate cancer survival rates are close to 100% when caught early, but drop significantly if the disease reaches an advanced stage. Our message is ‘get tested’. “Cancer specialists recommend going for regular tests when over 50, or if from a high risk group where other members of family have been diagnosed with the condition,” says Jay. Funds raised by the Big Walk will go towards purchasing essential diagnostic equipment for Frere Hospital in Buffalo City, Provincial Hospital in Nelson Mandela Bay, and the George Hospital. The three centres are also the start points for the Big Walk, which commences at 08:00 on Saturday, October 31. The start points are Nelson Mandela Bay: Pollock Beach, Marine Drive, Summerstrand. Buffalo City: Oxford Striders, 30 Beach Rd, Nahoon. George: Outeniqua Rugby Stadium Parking area, CJ Langenhoven Road George. The funds raised will also go towards purchasing a double cab to enable CHOC staff to reach patients in the rural areas of the Eastern Cape. There is still time to enter in-person in Nelson Mandela Bay from Wednesday to Friday, and in the two other centres on Thursday and Friday, between 12:00 and …
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Am I Missing Something Here Facebook/Google?
How do we get rival AI agents to duke it out in a court of law? Which AI is most believable? Have you ever received such a message from Facebook? Your photo is unavailable in India. Why this happened We restricted access to this content through an automated system implemented pursuant to legal requirements under India's Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules. At first glance the knee jerk reaction is to expel an expletive. Why is Cricket Banned? It certainly looks like Facebook is trying to restrict Cricket supporters in India from: Seeing St George's Park Cricket Ground with or without covers Knowing which players played in the SA and Australian teams. I get the feeling that all these AI Judge, Jury and Executioners are already running our lives. And yes, I did check https://www.meity.gov.in/static/uploads/2026/03/0b576f2071694b52e4cd6bb1b6dfab1e.pdf for mentions of cricket, covers, comedy, comment, satire, sport, news and only 'news' came up with 27 mentions - ZERO for the rest. Pitting Gemini Against Facebook AI: Not satisfied with that I turned to Gemini AI and posed the following question: Please critically examine the Government of India's Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 20211 , here: https://www.meity.gov.in/static/uploads/2026/03/0b576f2071694b52e4cd6bb1b6dfab1e.pdf and tell me where this post on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/reel/1106578912180434 - contravened Indian Law. Surprise, surprise Google's Gemini disagrees. Whom Do YOU Trust? The sole reason why I believe Gemini over Facebook is based on education: Google Founders: Both Larry Page and Sergey Brin completed full undergraduate engineering and science degrees before pursuing advanced graduate work at Stanford University. They earned Master of Science (M.S.) degrees in Computer Science and were actively pursuing Ph.D. degrees when their research on web …
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Halloween Hazards for Pets
FOUR PAWS urges pet owners to protect animals from stress, toxic treats and escape risks during Halloween. Cape Town: With Halloween approaching, FOUR PAWS is reminding South Africans to take extra precautions to keep their pets safe. While Halloween celebrations are popular across the country, costumes, decorations, treats and a steady stream of visitors can create stressful and potentially dangerous situations for animals. Dogs and cats are particularly sensitive to changes in their environment. Unfamiliar costumes, masks and strangers at the door can cause fear and anxiety, while sweet treats and decorations can pose serious health risks if swallowed. "Halloween may be fun for people, but it can be overwhelming for animals," says Fiona Miles, Director of FOUR PAWS South Africa. "Pets do not understand why people suddenly look different or why there are unfamiliar visitors coming to the door. These situations can cause stress and place their welfare at risk." One of the most common mistakes during Halloween is dressing pets in costumes. While these outfits may appear harmless, they can restrict movement, interfere with natural behaviour and prevent animals from communicating through body language. "Animals should never be forced to wear costumes for our entertainment," says Miles. "What might seem cute to us can be uncomfortable, confusing and even frightening for them. Respecting an animal's needs and comfort should always come first." Halloween treats can also be dangerous. Chocolates, sweets containing xylitol and raisins are toxic to many companion animals, while wrappers and decorative items can become choking hazards or cause internal blockages if swallowed. At the same time, the frequent opening of doors for trick-or-treaters increases the risk of pets escaping. A frightened animal may run out unnoticed, become lost or be injured while trying to find its way home. FOUR PAWS is also encouraging owners of black cats to be especially …
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Pen & Praise: Music Takes a Stand Against Drugs and Alcohol
Composers, musicians and the Duduza Serenade Choir unite with Drug Free World programme at Castle Kyalami to promote youth empowerment through music and creative expression. CASTLE KYALAMI: Music became a voice for change on Saturday afternoon as composers, musicians and the celebrated Duduza Serenade Choir gathered at Castle Kyalami for the launch of Pen & Praise, a programme aimed at empowering young people through music and raising awareness of the harmful effects of drugs and alcohol together with Drug Free World programme. Organised by Samu Pacho, with composer Sizwe Buthelezi among the creative figures associated with the initiative, the programme promotes music not only as an art form but also as a positive force for youth development, self-expression and social change. For composers such as Sizwe Buthelezi, music represents more than sound. Ideas, emotions and experiences can be transformed into art through a discipline. The creative process depends on the development of talent, the refinement of technique and the willingness to work consistently towards a goal. Protecting the conditions that allow young musicians to develop is therefore essential to the future of the arts. The message associated with Pen & Praise places this responsibility within a wider social context. Young people need opportunities to explore music, learn from experienced artists and discover the value of their own creative abilities. Behind the glamour sometimes associated with drugs and alcohol lies a harsher reality. Substance misuse can contribute to family conflict, exploitation and, in some circumstances, violence. Its impact can extend into the creative world, where promising talent may struggle to flourish when dependency takes priority over artistic growth. Pen & Praise seeks to challenge this destructive path by offering young people a more constructive alternative: creativity. Through music, young people can develop confidence, discipline, …
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Fork Out Less, Feed More as South Africa Bins a Third of Its Food and Families Stretch Meals to Payday
As the month-end squeeze bites, food rescue app Refreshi is selling surplus food from supermarkets, bakeries and delis at half price or less, from just R39 a bag, and these are the stores where shoppers are getting the most for their money. With payday still days away and more than a third of South Africans saying their household is worse off than a year ago, food rescue app Refreshi is urging families to stop paying full price for dinner and rescue it instead. Through the free Refreshi app, shoppers in the Western Cape, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape can reserve a Surprise Bag of quality unsold food from a participating supermarket, bakery, café or restaurant at around half its retail value, with prices starting at R39, and collect it from the store during a set window that same day. The timing is no accident. The final stretch before payday is when household budgets run dry, yet it is also when perfectly good food keeps coming off South African shelves and going into the bin. CSIR research estimates that the country loses or wastes around 10.3 million tonnes of edible food every year, roughly a third of everything it produces. A great deal of it is food that simply did not sell before closing time, sitting a few kilometres from homes that have run out of money for the month. The pressure on wallets is well documented. NielsenIQ’s Consumer Outlook Guide to 2026 found that 37% of South Africans felt their household was financially worse off than a year earlier, and 70% of that group blamed the rising cost of living. TransUnion’s Q1 2026 Consumer Pulse Study found that 51% of South Africans had already cut back on discretionary spending such as dining out, travel and entertainment at the start of the year. For many households, the Friday-night takeaway is the first thing to go. “Good food shouldn’t be a luxury, and perfectly edible food shouldn’t go to waste while households are struggling to make their money last until payday,” says Jakob …
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100 Brand-New Cars, One Community Vision: Lengau People’s Society Invites the World to Bloemfontein
A landmark year-end celebration placing member participation, responsible lending, community savings and African economic empowerment in the spotlight. BLOEMFONTEIN, FREE STATE, SOUTH AFRICA — Lengau People’s Society invites the media, societies, stokvels, cooperatives, community leaders and individuals from across South Africa and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region to witness its Ke Mohludi Year 2026 Closing and Year 2027 Opening Celebration on Saturday, 21 November 2026, at Dr Rantlai Petrus Molemela Stadium in Bloemfontein. The celebration will showcase the Society’s vision of strengthening community-based savings and lending while creating opportunities for qualifying members to improve their livelihoods. At the centre of the event is the planned handover of 100 brand-new motor vehicles to qualifying Lengau People’s Society members, following a structured application, verification and affordability assessment process. This is not a public giveaway. The initiative is exclusively intended for eligible members who meet the Society’s applicable requirements. THE 100-CAR HANDOVER: MEMBER PARTICIPATION IN ACTION According to Lengau People’s Society, eligible applicants for the vehicle initiative are members who have been contributing monthly to the Society’s stokvel and have lent more than R100,000 to the organisation. Applicants must undergo verification and affordability assessments before proceeding. Those who qualify will be advised accordingly and given the opportunity to select their preferred vehicle model and colour from the options approved and made available by the Society. Once the required process has been completed, Lengau People’s Society intends to purchase the approved vehicles for cash and hand them over to qualifying members during the Bloemfontein celebration. The vehicles are intended to be brand-new, with zero kilometres, with a stated repayment period of three years to Lengau People’s Society, …
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Cape Town Women Take back Their Power as DefendHer Returns for 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children.
The second self – defence workshop led by Krav Maga instructor Frank Lebert takes place on 28 November in Bree Street. Cape Town: Just over a year after South Africa declared gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) a national disaster, Cape Town women are learning to protect themselves. DefendHer, a hands-on 90-minute self-defence workshop returns for the second time on 28 November on the rooftop of Light House Holistic in Cape Town City Centre. DefendHER was created by Cape Town entrepreneur Bongiwe Mosele-Magampa to empower women and give them the confidence and practical skills to defend themselves. The message changes the narrative from victim to survivor, learning how to fight back and DefendHER! The workshop is led by IKMF-certified, Krav Maga instructor Frank Lebert who trains both civilians and law enforcement. Krav Maga was built for real-world danger. It's fast, practical and designed to work under pressure, regardless of size or strength. Attendees will learn to: Recognise warning signs and avoid danger Use their voice as a deterrent Break free from common holds using hands-on techniques practiced in real life real-life scenarios “South African women don’t feel safe walking to their cars, getting home at night, or sometimes even in their own homes”. says Bongi Mosele-Magampa. “We can’t wait for someone else to fix this. DefendHer brings us together to honour survivors, amplify our voices and take action. Protecting women is everyone’s responsibility, and this is how we are doing our part.“ After the session, participants can connect over a post-workout drink with rooftop views of the city. Each attendee receives a goodie bag and the chance to win a Black Rose Concepts gift box. The workshop is open to all ages and fitness levels (ages 16 and older). No experience, special clothing or equipment is required. Only an exercise mat, a water bottle, and fighting spirit. Tickets cost R450 from Quicket and includes a goodie bag and …
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Seven Years of Freedom for Tigers Bela and Sharuk
Once bred in captivity, now living safely at LIONSROCK Bethlehem: 23 October marks seven years since tiger siblings Bela and Sharuk were rescued from Germany's captive breeding industry and given a chance at a better future at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary. Born on 8 May 2014 in private captivity in Mittelbuch, Germany, the cubs were a product of the breeding industry. The siblings faced an uncertain future when changes to German regulations regarding the keeping of dangerous exotic animals varied between federal states and in this case their owner was forced by the local veterinary authorities to give up the cubs and adhere to the German husbandry regulations that were implemented. The owner was allowed to keep the parents of Bela and Sharuk but could no longer breed with them and was given six months to find a new home for their cubs. He was unable to find a proper home for them, when he failed FOUR PAWS was asked to take over the two young tigers and on 31 July 2015, they were finally transported to TIERART Wild Animal Sanctuary and would start the first phase of their new stress-free and happy life. The sad part of their story, apart from living in inappropriate conditions, is that they lost their sister, Imara, in March 2015. After spending time under FOUR PAWS' care in Germany, Bela and Sharuk arrived at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary in October 2019, where they began settling into their forever home. All animals are different in adapting to new environments; it was noticed from the time of their arrival that especially Bela was insecure and nervous. Sharuk emerged more confident from the beginning and was the first one to come out of his shell. Today, Bela and Sharuk enjoy a species-appropriate habitat with a forest that both love to use as a retreat, climbing structures, elevated resting areas and a big pool which is essential for the wellbeing of tigers. The siblings continue to receive dedicated daily care from their caretakers which helps them …
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Rat Control Needs a Look Beyond the Bait Box, Says Gqeberha Pest Control Operator
Gqeberha: A homeowner hearing rats in the roof may expect the answer to be another bait box. True Clean owner Diederik Visser starts with a wider question: how are the animals reaching the building? His recorded explanations describe properties connected by food sources and shelter outside their boundaries. Baiting can reduce activity while an accessible route into the roof remains in use. "It's not that bait doesn't work. It's that you're treating one square in a much bigger chessboard," he says. A review of True Clean's records for October 2025 to September 2026 found that about 33% of customers associated with rodent work had work recorded on more than one date. Those repeat dates can include ongoing management or separate jobs. They do not establish a treatment-failure rate. They do, however, provide a reason to explain what a return visit can involve. Checking activity and the condition of control measures is part of managing some properties. The reason and timing need to suit the site. Visser first asks where a customer has seen or heard something. Rats are often reported in garages, cupboards and roof spaces. That report guides the inspection, while signs found during the visit help build a clearer picture. Inside, he looks for droppings and possible entry holes. Brown marks around an opening can provide another clue to a route, left by the animals' bodies as they pass. Outside, he checks the areas close to the house and places where foliage or water may be supporting activity. The route to the roof deserves attention from the ground upwards. Rainwater downpipes, plumbing and electrical pipework can form part of an access route. So can a branch reaching the building. Looking only at the opening near the roof can miss how the animal gets there. The building's condition then becomes part of the conversation. Some gaps can be addressed with suitable exclusion materials. A damaged door or another maintenance problem may need a builder or a …