Good news for motorists, as the Department of Transport has extended the grace period for driving licenses. All driving licences that expired between 26 March 2020 and 31 December 2020 are valid until next year. 

The new grace period is valid from now until 31 August 2021. 

More than 800 000 Covid-19 cases have been recorded in South Africa and people are eager for a vaccine. Many countries are taking steps towards securing a vaccine and South Africa is one of them. 

President Cyril Ramaphosa said the government is working with its partners to make the vaccine available in all countries, including South Africa. 

Live events will be taking a backseat this festive season in the Garden Route. The Western Cape has been trying to save lives but around 100 000 jobs have already been lost in the live events industry.

Glenton de Kock, CEO of the Southern African Association for the Conference Industry said live entertainers and live event organisers will be affected.