As 2023 emerges as a pivotal year in South Africa’s financial landscape, the National Treasury Communications Unit (NTCU) is gearing up to reveal the highly anticipated Medium Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS). This significant milestone in the nation’s financial progress offers a chance for journalists to interact with the policy statement in a way that is both informative and insightful.
The Department of Employment and Labor in the Mpumalanga Province is conducting a weeklong series of inspections from September 18th to 22nd in Malelane to maintain labor standards and ensure adherence to employment laws. Led by the Inspection and Enforcement Services (IES), this comprehensive inspection campaign targets various sectors, such as agriculture, manufacturing, wholesale and retail, community services, forestry, and hospitality.
South African authorities have made significant progress in the fight against illegal mining, with the arrest of 68 male suspects aged between 19 and 54. This event highlights the importance of collaboration between stakeholders in achieving a successful operation. ## Operation Shanela: A Collaborative Effort
The City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has announced a series of proactive planned maintenance and upgrades to the water supply infrastructure. These efforts aim to ensure the future continuity of water supply and address the issue of unaccountedfor water.
Financial hardships often plague the most vulnerable, but the City of City Name] is launching an [Indigent Support campaign to alleviate the burdens faced by households earning R7,500 or less per month. The campaign offers debt writeoffs, access to free basic services, and a 100% discount on property rates.
Cape Town is a city renowned for its diverse cultural background and breathtaking scenery. It has an abundance of cuisine choices that are bound to delight your taste buds. This article takes you on a culinary journey of Cape Town’s vibrant flavors, featuring timehonored classics and hidden gems.
As technology continues to shape our world, coding and development skills have become increasingly valuable assets, especially for future generations. To address this need, STEM Code Africa, an initiative by NGORun EdHub App, has partnered with educators from the Khula Education Foundation to make coding education accessible for children across the African continent. Their goal is to provide userfriendly resources that teach coding, web 3.0, artificial intelligence, and machine languages to young learners.
To commemorate Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Crayon, a specialized oncology unit in Cape Town, has launched a high school art competition aimed at celebrating the strength and courage of children fighting cancer. The contest, which is themed “Dreams and Wishes,” encourages students to illustrate the hopes and aspirations of young cancer patients, emphasizing the importance of early detection and treatment in the fight against this lifethreatening disease.
A recent sighting of a leopard in the Agulhas Plain has sparked excitement and curiosity among wildlife enthusiasts and local residents alike. The event took place near the Nuwejaars Wetlands Special Management Area (NWSMA), an organization dedicated to the conservation of this enigmatic species.
Reports of threats and extortion attempts against city staff and contractors in Cape Town have surfaced recently. The incident occurred during a critical public lighting project in Eerste River last Friday. As a result, the City’s Public Lighting teams and their associates temporarily withdrew from the area, pledging to return once safety is ensured. The City of Cape Town has issued a statement denouncing the intimidation and calling on residents to support in apprehending the culprits.
Counterfeiters have attempted to take advantage of the rugby fever gripping South Africa by producing fake Springbok jerseys. However, in response, police raided a business premises in Brackenfell and confiscated dozens of counterfeit items. The South African Rugby Union (SARU) has also warned that legal action will be taken against companies infringing on its intellectual property (IP) rights.
The family of Dr. Kar Hao Teoh, a British doctor who was tragically murdered during a taxi strike in Cape Town, South Africa last month, is actively seeking witnesses who can shed light on the circumstances surrounding his untimely death. The 40yearold foot and ankle surgeon from the staterun Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust in England was traveling with his wife and twoyearold son when he was shot and killed after a road blockade by striking taxi drivers forced him to detour into a Nyanga informal settlement.
In the heart of Drakenstein Municipality, Mayor Conrad Poole is facing allegations of accepting monthly kickbacks from members of his executive. The stench of corruption is lingering in the air, and the municipality’s speaker, Koos le Roux, has sanctioned an independent investigation into these claims.
The City’s Metal Theft Unit (MTU), also known as the Copperheads, has been making waves in recent years due to their efforts in combating metal theft and vandalism of critical infrastructure. The unit’s persistence and dedication have led to an increase in arrests, operations, and hotspot patrols, resulting in a significant decline in metal theft.
Deputy President Paul Mashatile delivered a keynote address at a fundraising gala dinner held on September 16, 2023, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Southern Africa. The event, which aimed to raise funds for investment back into the community, took place at Marlboro Community Hall in Alexandra Parish.
The passing of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi marks the end of an era and the loss of a significant figure in South Africa’s modern history. Buthelezi led a life dedicated to unity, peace, and progress for all South Africans. His legacy is one of a shared, common future.
