The City of Cape Town is set to enhance urban mobility and intermodal connectivity by constructing a new integrated bus facility in Makhaza, Khayelitsha. The facility will be shared by the MyCiTi and Golden Arrow Bus Services and located adjacent to the Chris Hani rail station, with the new minibustaxi facility just a kilometre away. This initiative will streamline travel for commuters by providing seamless transfers between multiple modes of transportation.
South Africa ranks 69th out of 180 countries in Transparency International’s 2021 Corruption Perceptions Index. Corruption in government institutions is a pervasive problem that undermines public trust and diverts resources from important public services. The Gauteng MEC’s celebration of the arrest of a corrupt official is a small but significant step towards combating corruption in the country.
South Africa’s tourism industry, a major contributor to the country’s economy, has been hit hard by the COVID19 pandemic. However, the government has been making efforts to boost the industry and help it recover. One such measure is the Tourism Sector Recovery Plan, launched in May 2020, which aims to recover the sector and create jobs.
During his address, Deputy President Mashatile touched upon a range of topics that have been affecting South Africa and its citizens. Apart from acknowledging the devastating impact of the COVID19 pandemic, he also spoke about the government’s efforts to combat it.
Despite recent rain showers, the Western Cape Province’s water situation is still a cause for concern. The hydrological report of May 22, 2023, shows that the Province’s dams are at 61.31% capacity, which is only a slight increase from last week’s level of 60.76%. However, this figure is lower than the same period last year by 2%.
On May 22nd, 2023, the Minister of Home Affairs, Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi, held a briefing that covered several pressing issues. The agenda included topics such as the issuance of an ID to Thabo Bester, the revocation of a South African passport, and Dr. Nandipha Magudumana’s urgent court application against the State.
During the recent budget vote presentations in the North West Province, three major departments outlined their proposals for the upcoming financial year. ### Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation, and Tourism
The Masakh’iSizwe Bursary Programme (MiS) is an initiative aimed at addressing the skills shortage in critical disciplines in the Western Cape region of South Africa. The programme provides financial support to deserving students, enabling them to pursue their academic goals and achieve their dreams.
South Africa is facing a serious water scarcity issue, as it is considered one of the driest countries in the world. To address the challenges associated with the country’s water sector, the National Ministerial Water Sector Sustainability Symposium is being organized. The symposium will bring together water experts, government officials, and other stakeholders to discuss key issues concerning the country’s water resources.
On a sustainable path: stabilizing SOEs in South Africa The presentation given by Minister of Public Enterprises, Mr. Pravin Gordhan and Deputy Minister, Mr. Obed Bapela, on the department’s budget vote for 2023/24 was an important event for numerous reasons. SOEs play a crucial role in the South African economy and their stability is vital for the country’s economic growth and development.
The Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) Budget Vote for the 2023/24 financial year, presented in May by Deputy Minister Obed Bapela, highlights the efforts made to improve South African StateOwned Enterprises (SOEs). Despite structural, operational, and strategic challenges facing these entities, Bapela believes that significant progress is being made, thanks to President Ramaphosa’s vision of farreaching reforms.
Government’s District Development Model (DDM): Assessing Progress in Eastern Cape Provinces The District Development Model (DDM) is an initiative of the South African government that aims to improve service delivery and socioeconomic development by promoting coordination between different spheres of the government. The DDM has been implemented in various municipalities across the country since its launch in 2019.
Load shedding has become a common issue in South Africa, causing disruptions in daily life and businesses. In response, the Western Cape Government is taking proactive measures to eliminate power blackouts. The government has launched an ambitious project to provide selected towns in the province with continuous power supply and reduce the impact of load shedding.
South Africa’s Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Innovation, Dr. Blade Nzimande, recognizes the essential role of science, technology, and innovation (STI) in addressing the country’s most pressing issues. The STI Presidential Plenary Forum, established by the Minister, seeks to unite multiple sectors in implementing a science for social justice agenda.
South Africa has been struggling with high unemployment rates for a long time, which have only been further exacerbated by the COVID19 pandemic. To combat this issue, the government has made job creation a priority in its economic recovery plan. One sector with tremendous potential for employment is the construction industry, and the Ministry of Public Works and Infrastructure is leading the charge in transforming the country into a bustling construction site.
The Kusile Power Station is an ambitious project that has been in construction for over a decade. With an estimated cost of R160 billion, it is one of the largest coalfired power stations in the world, with a capacity to generate 4,800 megawatts of electricity upon completion.
