The top five stories on www.germistoncitynews.co.za for the week, April 6 to 12, were:
1. Warning: Strong winds and severe thunderstorms to hit Gauteng this afternoon: https://bit.ly/2o0rpU7
Strong winds and severe thunderstorms were predicted to hit Gauteng from last Thursday afternoon, between 2pm and 6pm. This was according to the South African Weather Service, who released the warning as a severe weather watch, which is an alert calling for preparedness to weather hazards that will most likely occur within one to three days and that could lead to disruptive and disastrous conditions.
2. Two protests planned for #sawillrise in Germiston: https://bit.ly/2oLTzSU
Two #sawillrise protests were planned for last Friday. The community was encouraged to gather and join the peaceful protests held at the corner of Power Street and Refinery Road and on the Cydonia Road bridge.
3. Diandra blazes ahead to scoop coveted accolade: https://bit.ly/2n70rwT
Many students were honoured during a special assembly at Germiston High School on Friday, but, none shone as bright as matric student Diandra du Preez. Diandra was awarded one of the school’s highest honours, a white blazer, in recognition of her many achievements over the years.
4. Beaten and battered but not broken — March for Change attack victim speaks about his ordeal: https://bit.ly/2nA9LcT
A truly inspirational and memorable march for Wychwood resident Kade Guerreiro (25), last Friday, turned ugly after he was attacked by a number of ANC supporters after the event. Guerreiro, a member of the DA, was excited to be part of the DA’s March for Change, which saw over 20 000 people marching through the Johannesburg CBD, in opposition to President Jacob Zuma.
5. Community unites for #sawillrise protest: https://bit.ly/2p8GylE
The cold, grey weather did little to deter Germiston community members from gathering on the Cydonia Road bridge in Primrose Hill, last Friday morning. The gathering was aimed at taking a stand against corruption in the country and calling for President Jacob Zuma to step down. “Today is not about race, religion, creed or ideology; it is the issue of a critical leadership change for the betterment of South Africa,” said Nico Booysen.
