Jasmine Stone

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Controversial SA Aviation Rule Grounds 1,400 Aeroplanes And Risks 300,000 Jobs

2 weeks ago | 2oceansvibe.com | Jasmine Stone

[Image: Wikicommons]South Africa’s aviation industry has been thrown into turmoil after the Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) announced it would begin enforcing a controversial rule: all aircraft engines older than 12 years must be overhauled, no matter how many hours they’ve flown or how well they’re running. The move has grounded more than 1,400 fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters across the country.
The Western Cape Accounted For 74% Of SA Agri Exports To US In 2024

2 weeks ago | 2oceansvibe.com | Jasmine Stone

[Image: Wikicommons]Western Cape farmers are keeping a close watch on the government’s relationship with the United States recently, as the numbers show that any disruption to the fragile AGOA agreement could have serious consequences for jobs and the provincial economy. A recent parliamentary reply from the provincial Department of Agriculture revealed that over 160,000 export-related agricultural jobs in the Western Cape depend on trade with the United States.
Oh Dear.. A Guy Proposed At The Comrades And She Said…

2 weeks ago | 2oceansvibe.com | Jasmine Stone

[Image: Facebook]Oof, that’s rough. The Comrades Marathon is intense enough without emotional heartbreak added to the finish line, but that did not deter one soul from putting it all on the finish line. What followed made everyone wince and pretend to wave at a loved one in the crowd. But hey, at least you finished the Comrades. Congratulations? Hope they recover from the race and can laugh about it in a few years.
Toyota Planning To Go Private With R750-Billion Buyout

3 weeks ago | 2oceansvibe.com | Jasmine Stone

[Image: Rawpixel]Toyota Industries announced that its board would evaluate a proposed buyout that could see the company taken private, strengthening the founding Toyoda family’s control over Japan’s largest business empire. The buyout offer, reportedly valued at ¥6 trillion (approximately R750 billion), is being led by Toyota Motor Chairman Akio Toyoda, according to sources familiar with the matter. If completed, the transaction would be among the largest buyouts in global corporate history.
Krugersdorp School Festival Horror As Kids Fall From Jumping Castle Swept Up By Wind [Video]

3 weeks ago | 2oceansvibe.com | Jasmine Stone

[Image: Wikimedia]A fun school festival in Krugersdorp took a tragic turn when a jumping castle was lifted into the air by strong winds, leaving two young children seriously injured. The incident occurred at Protearif Laerskool during the Protea Fees, a community event held on the school grounds, according to The Citizen. Reports suggest the inflatable structure had not been properly secured, allowing a gust of wind to lift it off the ground with children still inside.
Another South African University Is Getting A School Of Medicine

3 weeks ago | 2oceansvibe.com | Jasmine Stone

[Image: NWU / Facebook]North-West University (NWU) has officially launched construction of the Desmond Tutu School of Medicine at its Potchefstroom Campus, marking a significant step toward addressing South Africa’s critical shortage of medical professionals. The school’s Principal and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Bismark Tyobeka, led the ceremonial groundbreaking, symbolising the start of what will become South Africa’s 11th medical school.
It Is Now Day 4 Of Cool Ideas Not Sending A Technician To Fix The Internet

1 month ago | 2oceansvibe.com | Jasmine Stone

[Image: Flickr]It’s now Day Four since a reader’s internet went down, and despite repeated, increasingly urgent requests, Cool Ideas still hasn’t sent a technician to fix the issue. To recap: the connection failed on Sunday, a day when Cool Ideas offers no support whatsoever. No phone line, no live chat – just a holding pattern until Monday morning. The reader tells us they immediately tried to get help, only to discover they were on their own for the next 24 hours.
BBC Brutally Fact Checks The Oval Office Genocide Claims

1 month ago | 2oceansvibe.com | Jasmine Stone

[Image: BBC News Africa]By now, we’ve all seen that little chat at the White House between Donald Trump and Cyril Ramaphosa that quickly morphed into a YouTube conspiracy rabbit hole, with Trump playing both host and head lecturer. There’s still some lingering chatter over the meeting, so we thought it worth taking one last look at the theatrics before moving on to the next embarrassing play. Such as Emannuel Macron’s wife klapping him on the stairs of Baguette One.
Cape Town Ceramic Artist Mervyn Gers Stirs The Pot With ‘Dump On Dictators’

1 month ago | 2oceansvibe.com | Jasmine Stone

[Source: Mervin Gers Ceramics]Cape Town-based Ceramic artist Mervyn Gers has never been afraid to ruffle a few feathers, and with his latest project, “DUMP ON DICTATORS”, he is reclaiming the humble toilet as a provocative medium for social commentary. One thing is guaranteed, supporters of President Trump are going to sh*t themselves over this. Drawing from history, psychology, and contemporary issues, the project hopes to “explore themes of control, rebellion, and authoritarianism”.
Table View Beachfront Upgrades Continues Following “Performance Issues” With Previous Contractor

1 month ago | 2oceansvibe.com | Jasmine Stone

[Image: Sights of Cape Town and Surrounds / Facebook]The City of Cape Town has officially resumed its large-scale project to upgrade the Table View beachfront. Construction has restarted on a number of key developments, including a new pedestrian walkway, enhanced parking facilities, and various infrastructure improvements, following the adoption of a revised project recovery strategy.