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Cape Town is implementing a comprehensive plan for water infrastructure maintenance between 4th and 8th December 2023. The plan includes zeropressure tests, pressure management, and pipe and valve repair and replacement to enhance water supply efficiency and reduce wastage. Although temporary water supply disruptions may occur, the city is committed to maintaining superior water and sanitation standards. Residents are encouraged to prepare accordingly and follow updates on the City of Cape Town Twitter account. The maintenance work highlights the importance of shared responsibility in curbing disruption and contributing to water conservation.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered a passionate speech at the 28th United Nations Climate Conference in Dubai (COP 28), calling for unity, transformation, and climate justice. Ramaphosa emphasized the need for a united front against the environmental crisis and immediate and transformative action, urging countries to align their perspectives on the transformation of financial systems and sustainable development initiatives. He also highlighted the principle of climate justice and the need for developed countries to provide necessary resources and support. Ramaphosa’s address was a powerful call for cooperation, transformation, and justice in the face of climate change.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s speech at COP 28 in Dubai emphasized the need for developed nations to meet their historical obligations in funding developing countries’ climate resilience efforts. He called for multilateralism, increased climate finance, debt reform, and access to affordable clean technologies. President Ramaphosa’s speech highlighted the importance of collaboration between the global North and South to combat climate change.

The South African parliamentary group is actively involved in COP28, attending various dialogues, sessions, and meetings focused on promoting sustainable development and climate action. Their participation underscores their commitment to addressing the climate crisis and their readiness to lead in the fight against it. The group has been dynamically taking part in multiple capacities, such as moderators, facilitators, and speakers throughout the fortnightlong conference, symbolizing their ongoing commitment to sustainable development and climate action.

John Steenhuisen is the leader of South Africa’s Democratic Alliance (DA), which is focused on forming partnerships and alliances that align with their vision for a prosperous South Africa. The DA advocates for liberal democracy, the rule of law, and a marketoriented economy. Under Steenhuisen’s leadership, the party has successfully implemented its governance model in the Western Cape, and is now focused on coalitionbuilding ahead of the elections. The DA’s tactical evolution highlights a party that is ready to navigate the complexities of the current political landscape through unity and cooperation.

The Muyexe Police Station is set to open in April 2024, bringing hope to the bustling town and its surrounding areas. The strategic placement of the station is expected to fill a crucial void in the law enforcement landscape, as the closest police station is located 40 kilometers away. The allocation of vital resources like workforce, furniture, and vehicles have been secured and are ready to be put into action on the station’s inauguration. However, the project’s initiation in 2014 has resulted in considerable frustration, and the committee expressed reservations about the extended delay in the station’s inauguration.

The South African Parliament is getting ready to conclude its annual operations, with a focus on legislative matters, budgetary evaluations, and committee hearings. This week, the Deputy President will address urgent issues, while the National Assembly will review budgetary reports and wrap up the year’s business with farewell speeches. The Parliament’s commitment to multiparty democracy is also emphasized, with public funds allocated to political parties according to the number of seats they hold. This week highlights the vibrancy and dynamism of South Africa’s democratic institutions.

Captain Khomotso Maluleke, a Forensic Social Worker of the South African Police Service, has gone beyond her official duties by learning sign language to communicate effectively with deaf victims and survivors of GenderBased Violence and Femicide. She has played a pivotal role in obtaining justice for victims of GBVF and successfully ensuring at least 13 offenders are imprisoned in Mpumalanga. Captain Maluleke embodies extraordinary resilience and dedication, paving the way for a new era of social responsibility within the SAPS.