Good Morning, SA | New lockdown restrictions on the agenda, NPA still deciding over appeal of Coligny judgment

The National Coronavirus Command Council (NCCC) will meet virtually on Tuesday to consider restrictions.

View Online Good Morning, SA According to sources, the National Coronavirus Command Council will meet on Tuesday to consider restrictions on the sale and consumption of alcohol in Covid-19 hot spots. The Black Lawyers Association has defended Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo against critics of the state capture commission. And the National Prosecuting Authority is still deciding whether or not to appeal the Supreme Court of Appeal judgment in the Coligny case. SHELDON MORAIS, ASSISTANT EDITOR: BREAKING NEWS Covid-19: NCCC meets to decide on alcohol, curfews and hot spot restrictions The story: The National Coronavirus Command Council (NCCC) will meet virtually on Tuesday to consider restrictions on the sale and consumption of alcohol in areas that are deemed hot spots across the country, News24 has confirmed.  What we know: Two reliable sources, close to the discussions, confirmed bars and taverns were first in the firing line, but the meeting was expected to debate whether it would first impose area-specific restrictions instead of countrywide measures.  More details: This discussion would include a proposal to implement a curfew, restrict the maximum number for gatherings and other measures to curb the spread of Covid-19 ahead of the festive period. Read More Black lawyers' body lashes out at critics of Zondo and his commission The latest: The Black Lawyers Association has lashed out at critics of the commission of inquiry into state capture chaired by Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo. What was said: BLA president Mashudu Kutama said the "unfounded and malicious" criticisms served to undermine the work of the commission. In quotes: "The BLA call all law-abiding citizens to support the work of the commission as it seeks to investigate corruption both in the public and private sectors. We salute all men and women who have so far appeared before the commission to assist in its work," said Kutama. Read More No decision on whether NPA will appeal the Coligny judgment The story: The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has not yet decided whether or not it will be appealing the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) judgment that acquitted the two men found guilty of murdering 16-year-old Matlhomola Moshoeu in Coligny, the North West. What we know: NPA spokesperson Henry Mamothame on Monday said it was still studying the judgment to establish why the SCA disagreed with the judgment of the North West High Court, which found Pieter Doorewaard and Phillip Schutte guilty of throwing Mosheou off a moving bakkie. What happened: The apex court on Friday acquitted Doorewaard and Schutte of a number of charges, including murder, after finding the State had not proved its case beyond a reasonable doubt. Read More News for You NEWS Businessman owing City Power R3.4 million held for allegedly trying to bribe officials The Hawks have arrested a Roodepoort businessman, who owed the City of Johannesburg millions of rands, for allegedly attempting to bribe officials. NEWS Cape Town's former noon gunner Dudley Malgas has died Family of late former Chief Petty Officer Dudley Malgas say they will always remember him for his big heart and ability to give to others. NEWS Condolences pour in for late Royal Bafokeng Queen Mother Condolences are pouring in for the late Queen Mother of the Royal Bafokeng nation, Mmemogolo Semane Bonolo Molotlegi. A holiday Covid-19 stew: To travel or not Growing numbers of positive cases, matric rage, festive season holidays, migrant labourers returning home, and a disregard for regulations are the perfect ingredients for a Covid stew. MANDY WIENER, COLUMNIST Must-read in lifestyle Who is Alan van der Merwe? Meet the SA driver tasked with driving the F1 medical car Alan van der Merwe may be the man driving the F1 medical car, but he is no stranger to racing. Read more 'I just had to teach my partying husband a lesson for always leaving me alone at home' Hearing the front door clang shut, I sighed. My husband, Simon, was off to the pub. Again. 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