THE SMART NEWS SOURCE | Feb 10 2012 12:31 | LAST UPDATED Feb 10 2012 12:31
Articles about Oudtshoorn

Nip/tuck time for 3-Series

The changes are small, but it does reinforce this model as a serious player, writes Sukasha Singh.

Mulaudzi records easy win in Oudtshoorn

Mbulaeni Mulaudzi, world indoor and Commonwealth 800m champion, showed his readiness to defend his titles in Moscow and Melbourne next month when he recorded a comfortable win at the fifth Athletics South Africa Champions meeting at Oudtshoorn on Saturday afternoon.

SA ostrich farmers fear bird flu

South Africa, the world's largest exporter of ostrich meat, is taking extensive measures to prevent a bird-flu outbreak that could cripple an industry still reeling from a year-long ban on exports. As migratory birds from Europe and Asia head for Africa, South African ostrich farmers are taking all possible steps to prevent a crisis.

European ban bites into SA ostrich industry

A century ago, ostrich plumes were South Africa's most valuable export after gold, diamonds and wool. The outbreak of World War I and the advent of the motor car -- which made fancy-feathered hats impractical -- snapped the trend in flight. Today, ostrich feathers and other luxury goods such as ostrich leather and meat are making a global comeback, one that faces new threats.


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