Yasmine Jacobs

Journalist

The South African Weather Service clears fake news about winter came early

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A viral hoax claims South Africa will face a cold spell until August 2025 due to Aphelion. Discover the truth behind this myth and learn what really drives our seasons. ...

Major fire devastates Philippi, Gift of the Givers and authorities respond

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A destructive fire ravaged parts of Philippi earlier on Sunday morning, displacing hundreds of residents and causing extensive damage to informal structures.

The future is ‘water stressed’: A deep dive into South Africa’s water crisis

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South Africans are currently grappling with a number of different water issues including the effects of climate change, an ongoing El Nino, and what it feels to ...

These are the road closures across the city for the much-anticipated Cape Town carnival

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To accommodate the carnival procession and ensure the safety of participants and spectators alike, several road closures will be implemented throughout the weekend. ...

Covid-19 in numbers: Lancet study reveals how many South Africans died during Covid-19

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According to a new Lancet study, the average life expectancy of people across the world dropped by 1. 6 years in the first two years of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Department of Water and Sanitation calls for vigilance, as collective dam levels in WC hit 65. 84%

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According to the latest data from DWS Western Cape, the collective state of dams in the region, measuring the combined levels of all reservoirs, currently stood ...

Cape Town faces various load shedding stages as Eskom settles on Stage 4 nationally

Yasmine Jacobs and Theolin Tembo|Published

While those who fall in an Eskom-supplied area will be on Stage 4 load shedding, those within the jurisdiction of the City of Cape Town will move between Stage 2, ...

Israel destroying Palestinian health care – Dr Mads Gilbert

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Dr Mads Gilbert, who is currently visiting South Africa shares his experiences as Israel continues to launch attacks on Gaza.

Bird Flu: Spar is looking at importing eggs from Southern African countries

Vernon Pillay and Yasmine Jacobs|Published

It looks like there may be hope for consumers on the horizon as retailer Spar is looking at importing eggs from several Southern African countries.

Petition for Minister Bheki Cele's removal gains traction as crime plagues Western and Eastern Cape

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The petition goes on to accuse Cele of ‘weakening SAPS and Crime intelligence’ and accused him several times of being ‘involved in criminal activities’.

Cape Storm: SA needs ongoing investment in infrastructure, and it will cost billions

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The repairs caused by the storm that battered the Cape regions, specifically Western and Eastern Cape will cost billions and South Africa will need ongoing investment ...

WATCH: 5 TikTok life hacks you never knew you needed – we have been using the microwave wrong our whole lives

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

We might have been using the microwave wrong our whole lives. This is according to a viral TikTok video, showing the ’right’ way to reheat food in a microwave.

Eat local: Five food places you absolutely have to try in Durban

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We have listed five food places in Durban, featured on #EatLocal, that you should definitely try.

Eat local: Five food places you probably have never tried in Cape Town

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We list five food places, featured on #EatLocal, that you have probably have not visited.

WhatsApp working on fingerprint scanner for WhatsApp Web

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

Popular messaging app WhatsApp is currently working on a new feature that will allow users to create a new WhatsApp Web session using your fingerprint.

Facebook launches avatars in Africa - Here is how to make your own

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

Popular social network Facebook has been abuzz with avatars after it launched its Avatar feature across the African continent.

Ramadaan in a world of Covid-19 and lockdowns

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For Muslims around the world, the holy month of Ramadaan has completely changed due to the coronavirus Covid-19 pandemic.

Education Day: How Star College became one of the Cape's top schools

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As the world celebrates the International Day of Education, Star College staff explain the difference between being educated and having an education.

Matric candidates who failed in June can re-write in November

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Minister Angie Motshekga has approved that SC candidates who failed the June 2019 examination will be allowed to write the November 2019 Examinations.

Bosasa, economy and CR17 campaign: Cyril Ramaphosa tackles tough questions

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the National Assembly in a quarterly question-and-answer session where he answered tough questions brought forward by MPs.

Authors and artists ready to transport SA to new worlds at Comic Con Africa 2019

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As South Africans will once again unite under the geek culture flag at Comic Con Africa, twelve local authors will be engaging in various talks as well as have their ...

E. coli found in Hammanskraal drinking water

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OUTA has urged the City of Tshwane to take immediate action after it found traces of E. coli in Hammanskraal drinking water supply.

Crowdfunding launched for Gerrie Nel to take on Modise in animal cruelty case

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

A BackaBuddy campaign aims to raise funds for Adv. Gerrie Nel to represent NSPCA in the case against Speaker Thandi Modise who is accused of animal cruelty.

Cape Town dam levels rise to 65% as heavy rains lash city

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

After a few days of heavy rain and icy cold temperatures, Cape Town dam levels overall now stand at 65%.

No exams will be written on Eid at De Waveren Primary - WCED

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The WCED has confirmed that no examinations will take place on Wednesday at De Waveren Primary School, ensuring that Muslim learners can celebrate Eid.