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The City of Cape Town’s Human Settlements Title Deeds Roadshow has reached Silver Town, providing numerous homeowners with the necessary documentation to formalize their property ownership. This initiative has been successful in other areas of Khayelitsha, including Mandela Park, Kuyasa, Makhaza, and Nonkqubela. The roadshow will continue to benefit residents across the metro in the coming weeks.
Cape Town has announced its renewed support for young furniture entrepreneurs by extending funding for the Furniture Light Manufacturing Enterprise Development Programme. The program, in collaboration with the [South African Furniture Initiative (SAFI)](https://capetown.today/nationalfurnituredesigncompetitionshowcasessouthafricantalent), offers technical training, business guidance, and mentorship support to microenterprises in the furniture manufacturing industry.
The ongoing delays in the refurbishment of the Koeberg Nuclear Power Plant have raised concerns for Western Cape’s energy supply. The facility plays a crucial role in the region’s power mix, and the delays could lead to more power outages in the coming years.
Cape Town, a city renowned for its natural beauty and rich history, has been making waves in the sustainable energy sector. The city has recently emerged as a leader in energy performance, with 69 of its municipal assets displaying energy performance certificates (EPCs). This achievement brings Cape Town closer to compliance with the SANS 1544:2014 regulation and sets a powerful example for other municipalities across South Africa.
The City of Cape Town’s Urban Mobility Directorate is embarking on a major road resurfacing project in Kenwyn to improve the longevity of the City’s road network and provide better roads for road users. The scheduled work will begin on 17 July 2023 and conclude by 11 September 2023, and will occur between 07:00 and 17:30 from Monday to Friday, while some sections will be carried out during night time and weekends to avoid congestion.
In July 2023, Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga, South Africa’s Minister of Transport, made a joint visit with her Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) counterpart, Minister Marc Ekila Likombo, to the Kasumbalesa border post. The visit was aimed at putting the Memorandum of Understanding signed by both countries’ Ministers of Transport in July 2022 into practice.
On July 15, 2023, an offduty police officer stationed at SAPS Burgersfort was brutally murdered by unknown assailants in Lebowakgomo area. However, within just eight hours, the Hawks arrested a 33yearold suspect in connection to the crime, in an impressive display of teamwork and collaboration.
Cape Town’s Economic Growth Directorate is focused on driving sustainable development and economic growth in the city. The directorate has identified two highgrowth sectors for the 2023/2024 financial year – green technology and marine manufacturing. Under the Building Hope Budget, R41 million has been allocated for direct economic incentives to attract investment and job opportunities to the city.
On July 21, 2023, the National Department of Sport, Arts and Culture in collaboration with the Mpumalanga Provincial Government will host the BRICS Ministers of Culture session in South Africa. This gathering will bring together cultural leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa to discuss the theme of “BRICS and Africa: Strengthening Cultural Partnerships for postpandemic socioeconomic recovery and sustainable, inclusive development.”
President Cyril Ramaphosa recently addressed the National Rural Youth Service Corps (NARYSEC) Passout Parade, highlighting the importance of fostering a sense of civic responsibility and duty among South Africa’s youth, particularly in rural areas. ## The NARYSEC Program
In July 2021, unrests in Gauteng and KwaZuluNatal provinces had a severe impact on several businesses and workers. The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) quickly took action to assist those affected by providing social relief during challenging times. ## Aid Provided by the UIF
In recent years, the North West Province has taken significant strides in recognizing the importance of traditional leaders and their role in the region’s cultural framework. This commitment has been spearheaded by MEC Nono Maloyi, the official responsible for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements, and Traditional Affairs.
The global economy has experienced a significant increase in capital flows in recent years, particularly in developing economies. While these capital flows can bring economic growth, they also come with inherent risks that policymakers must address. This article will explore the doubleedged sword of capital flows in emerging markets and examine how countries can manage these risks.
The recent ruling by the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) in favor of South African athlete Caster Semenya is a significant milestone in the fight against discriminatory regulations in the world of athletics. The ECHR upheld Semenya’s dignity and emphasized the importance of safeguarding women’s rights in sports, offering hope and support to female athletes who have faced unjust treatment.
The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) and the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) recently came together in Limpopo province to discuss ways of increasing compliance levels among employers. The aim of the meeting was to strengthen the relationship between the two organizations and to find ways of empowering workers to hold noncompliant employers accountable.
The De Aar Stock Theft and Endangered Species Unit of the South African Police Service (SAPS) recently displayed remarkable tenacity in their pursuit of a 38yearold suspect who had been on the run for crimes that involved theft and breach of trust. The suspect was a former employee at a farm near Richmond in the Northern Cape.