The Independent Police Investigating Directorate (Ipid) has opened an investigation into a disturbing incident of police brutality that took place over the weekend in Kensington, South Africa. A viral video captured the event, which saw a man handcuffed to the back of a police vehicle and dragged for two kilometers before being assaulted further.
In recent news, the head of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), Andy Mothibi, has accused former Eskom CEO André de Ruyter of maladministration due to his approval of a covert investigation into the operations of the South African power utility. This action was taken without the authority or knowledge of the board, leading to calls for accountability and a parliamentary inquiry.
Authorities in Thabazimbi, Limpopo Province, South Africa, have successfully detained five individuals suspected to be involved in illegal mining activities. The coordinated effort by Thabazimbi Crime Intelligence and the Waterberg Illegal Mining Combating Task Team demonstrates the authorities’ commitment to clamping down on unlawful mining operations within the region.
Deputy Minister of Tourism, Mr. Fish Mahlalela, took an active role in engaging the community of Kannaland Local Municipality, Western Cape Province, to advance rural and communitycentric tourism. ### The Imbizo
On September 14, 2023, Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni addressed the media to inform the public of the outcomes of the Cabinet meeting that took place on September 13, 2023. The briefing was held at the Ronnie Mamoepa Press Room, located within the Tshedimosetso House in Hatfield, Pretoria.
On September 14, 2023, Dr. Joe Phaahla, the Minister of Health, will visit the Eastern Cape province of South Africa as part of an ongoing provincial support program to evaluate healthcare service delivery. This visit offers an opportunity to discuss potential interventions that could improve the situation for the province’s healthcare system.
It has been a year since the tailings dam in Jagersfontein collapsed, causing severe damage to the environment, water resources, and human lives. The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has taken a multifaceted approach to address the aftermath of the tragedy. The goal is to hold responsible parties accountable, rehabilitate polluted water resources, restore water and sanitation services, and prevent such disasters in the future.
To revive the spirit of campaigns against littering in Cape Town, Bingo, the city’s new lovable and friendly antilitter mascot, is visiting various primary schools as part of the annual #SpringCleanCT initiative. Along with Mayor Geordin HillLewis and Alderman Grant Twigg, the Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Waste Management, Bingo visited Caradale Primary School in Mitchells Plain on September 13, 2023, to encourage the young students to keep their beloved city clean.
When it comes to community safety, we often think of law enforcement officers, firefighters, and paramedics. However, there is a group of professionals whose role in ensuring a secure and healthy built environment is equally important city building inspectors. In Cape Town, these dedicated individuals are safeguarding communities, particularly in less privileged areas. In this article, we highlight the work of three passionate inspectors who are committed to promoting safe construction practices and fostering community development.
Recent reports reveal that police inefficiencies have caused 283 cases in the Western Cape to be removed from the court roll, leaving victims and their families in limbo. Out of these cases, 84 involved murder and 77 were related to genderbased violence (GBV). This grim situation calls for immediate action to ensure that the victims receive justice.
Minister Ronald Lamola delivered a compelling keynote address at the 3rd South African Institute of Government Auditors Annual Conference on September 14, 2023. The event aimed to spark meaningful discussions around the crucial role of auditors in society and promote the foundational principles and ethos of the South African Institute of Government Auditors (SAIGA).
Drugresistant tuberculosis (DRTB) is a growing global health threat, with high mortality rates, exorbitant treatment costs, and increased transmission risks. In 2021, there were approximately 450,000 DRTB cases reported worldwide, resulting in 191,000 deaths. South Africa has one of the highest DRTB burdens, but only half of the patients initiate treatment.
In January 2022, a Cape Town law enforcement officer, Luvolwethu Kati, allegedly shot and killed a homeless man, Dumisani Joxo, in the Rondebosch area. The incident has since been the subject of a murder trial, with Kati’s colleague, Unathi Govuza, providing a harrowing account of the events that unfolded that day.
The 15th Annual Govtech Conference, centered around the theme “Platform Economy for Digital Transformation and Inclusive Growth,” focused on the potential of the platform economy to drive change in various sectors. Held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre, the conference brought together diverse stakeholders, including the Honourable Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Mr. Mondli Gungubele, and senior government officials.
The Department of Employment and Labour has announced two upcoming conferences that will focus on the crucial role of labour inspectors in ensuring fair working conditions and protecting vulnerable workers. The events will be held in KwaZuluNatal and the Eastern Cape, providing a platform for inspectors from all provinces to engage in conversations about compliance with labour legislation.
The City of Cape Town and the Water Research Commission (WRC) have partnered to provide innovative sanitation solutions for informal settlements. This groundbreaking initiative, funded by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, aims to install climateresistant Community Reinvented Toilets across highdensity settlements in the city.
