Andrea Van Wyk

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Group Digital Editorial Manager at Caxton Newspapers

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4 injured during Rassie’s helicopter entrance at Varsity Cup match

1 month ago | citizen.co.za | Andrea Van Wyk

Four people were injured earlier this week when an advertisement board came loose during Rassie Erasmus’ helicopter landing before a Varsity Cup rugby match in Potchefstroom. Louis Jacobs, the spokesperson for North-West University (NWU), confirms the incident happened on Monday at about 18:30 at the Fanie du Toit Sports Grounds. He said an advertisement board at the back of a pavilion came loose and injured some people. “This happened as the helicopter came flying into the stadium.
‘Cut fly-over by air force at Sona’ demands DA amid DRC crisis

2 months ago | citizen.co.za | Andrea Van Wyk

The DA has asked Parliament to scale down on military parade arrangements for the upcoming Sona on Thursday. “Specifically, we have called for the cancellation of the planned fly-over by the South African Air Force, given the dire situation facing SANDF troops deployed in the DRC,” Chris Hattingh, the DA’s spokesperson on defence and military veterans said in a media statement on Sunday.
Hope amid the Stilfontein horror: SA-made, world-first technology shows its might

2 months ago | citizen.co.za | Andrea Van Wyk

The Stilfontein mine tragedy, where at least 78 people lost their lives, underscores the complexities of illegal mining in South Africa. Nevertheless, the rescue of 246 individuals from the same perilous shaft in less than three days is a testament to South African engineering prowess. This remarkable rescue was enabled by a locally designed and manufactured mobile rescue winder, equipped with world-first capabilities – including the ability to operate to a depth of 3km.
Cape Town named the best city in the world

Jan 18, 2025 | citizen.co.za | Andrea Van Wyk

Time Out has recognised Cape Town as the Best City in the World for this year after scoring high for its stunning beauty, overall happiness, and excellent food scene. The global magazine also highlighted that Cape Town offers visitors countless opportunities to experience remarkable food, vibrant culture, exciting nightlife, beautiful green spaces, and access to nature.
Matrics urged to apply for re-marks before January 29 deadline

Jan 18, 2025 | citizen.co.za | Andrea Van Wyk

The Department of Basic Education has called on matric learners who would like to apply for the re-mark or re-checking of their examination scripts to do so before the closing date at the end of January. The re-mark and re-check of 2024 National Senior Certificate (NSC) scripts opened on January 14 and will close on January 29. Those who can apply are full-time candidates and part-time candidates (individuals that were upgrading their results).
From school to varsity: Expert tips for matriculants to thrive in their first year

Jan 9, 2025 | citizen.co.za | Andrea Van Wyk

Starting university is a major milestone for many South African school leavers – but it can be quite the balancing act to survive your first year. This new phase of young people’s lives is usually filled with excitement and uncertainty.
New details emerge in Van Reenen’s horror crash, truck driver on the run

Jan 7, 2025 | citizen.co.za | Kayla Shaw |Andrea Van Wyk

The preliminary investigations into the horrific accident involving a truck and minibus at Van Reenen’s Pass that killed 17 people on Monday night have revealed that the minibus lost control and veered into the truck’s lane. Investigations also revealed that the truck driver – a Zimababwean foreign national – contacted his employers before disappearing from the horrific scene.
No need to panic as HMPV spreads in China, says health department

Jan 7, 2025 | citizen.co.za | Andrea Van Wyk

South Africa is ready and prepared to manage any outbreak or transmission of diseases or viruses from other parts of the world, as China battles with Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) outbreak. National Department of Health spokesperson Foster Mohale said the country continuously strengthens its preparedness, response and recovery strategies, The Witness reports. “The lessons learned from our Covid response will guide us in addressing other outbreaks, whether pandemics or epidemics,” Mohale said.
Search for ‘kidnapped’ Pretoria West children called off

Jan 7, 2025 | citizen.co.za | Andrea Van Wyk

The search for two children reported kidnapped in Pretoria West has been called off, with no new leads emerging. A local security company, Uberwachung All Secure Corp, has now offered a R10 000 reward for any credible information that could help locate the children, who were allegedly abducted from the same spot on separate occasions. On Monday, a search was conducted in Pretoria West for another child who was allegedly also taken at the same spot as the previous child in Pretoria West.
Watch: Wet weather hits several provinces, up to 100mm expected in some parts

Jan 6, 2025 | citizen.co.za | Andrea Van Wyk

Heavy rainfall has been recorded in several parts of South Africa, with social media users sharing their experiences of flooded roads and gushing water. According to the South African Weather Service (SAWS), further isolated to widespread showers and thundershowers are expected over the central and eastern parts of the country today. Vox Weather says in a social media post continuous rainfall is expected to result in flooding and disruption to traffic.