In Gauteng, South Africa, violence and crime in schools have become a growing concern that demands immediate attention and intervention. A recent incident involving a learner who was stabbed during an unannounced oversight visit by the Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Community Safety and the Education Committee at Eldorado Park Secondary School has further highlighted the urgency of addressing this issue.

The Eastern Cape Department of Rural Development and Agrarian Reform (DRDAR) is set to honor exceptional women in the agricultural sector at an upcoming event. The Women Entrepreneur Awards ceremony, an annual event, seeks to empower women by recognizing their contributions to the province’s agricultural economy.

Johaar Mosaval’s story is one of resilience and triumph over adversity. Born in District Six, South Africa, Mosaval faced significant challenges during the apartheid era in the 1940s. Despite these obstacles, he pursued his passion for dance and went on to become a celebrated ballet dancer, both in South Africa and on the world stage.

The Police Force of Krugersdorp, South Africa, has recently apprehended three suspects who were found in possession of unlicensed firearms, housebreaking implements, suspected stolen vehicles, and false number plates. ### The Chase

The Department of Employment and Labour in South Africa has recently announced its plans to upgrade the employment equity (EE) reporting system. The goal of the new system is to provide continuous updates on the progress of EE targets and to hold employers accountable for their set objectives. These amendments will be discussed during the national Employment Equity workshops held across the country, under the theme “Real transformation makes business sense.”

The Gauteng police department has achieved remarkable success in their goal to curb the proliferation of illegal and unlicensed firearms on the streets. In the past two weeks, they have recovered over 400 firearms and approximately 7,581 rounds of ammunition through various crime prevention actions, intelligencedriven operations, and the weekly Operation Shanela initiative.

According to the Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) conducted by Statistics South Africa, the Western Cape province has had a remarkable economic performance in recent times. The QLFS report reveals that the Western Cape created 368,000 jobs between Q2 2022 and Q2 2023, marking a 15.7% increase in employment yearonyear. This job creation rate outpaced every other province, with Gauteng coming in second place, creating 201,000 jobs during the same period.

Cape Town, a bustling and lively city in South Africa, has experienced an unparalleled surge in job creation. According to the latest StatsSA Quarterly Labour Force survey for April to June 2023, the city has added a staggering 263,000 new positions in just one year, with 56,000 new opportunities created in the last quarter alone. This growth has exceeded that of all other metros combined, making Cape Town the city with the lowest unemployment rate among metros.

The Township Economy in South Africa has emerged as a hub of entrepreneurship, innovation, and cultural preservation. However, persistent challenges hinder the true potential of this economy. In this article, we explore how collaboration among the BRICS nations – Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa – can help transform the Township Economy.

Organized crime continues to plague our communities, highlighting the importance of recognizing and appreciating the hard work of law enforcement. The recent conviction of drug syndicate leader Fadwaan Murphy, who was notoriously known for his drug empire, is a testament to the perseverance of dedicated police officers and the impact of collaboration between different agencies in the fight against crime.