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Health Minister Joe Phaahla Visits Johannesburg Fire Victims in Hospital

On September 1, 2023, the Health Minister, Dr. Joe Phaahla, visited Helen Joseph Hospital in Johannesburg to assess the condition of victims affected by the recent fire tragedy in the city. Accompanied by senior officials from national and provincial health departments, the visit was a collaborative effort between the government to support those affected by the disaster.

SIU Investigates Corruption Allegations at Tembisa Hospital

The Gauteng Department of Health and Tembisa Hospital have been under scrutiny due to allegations of corruption and maladministration. The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has been granted powers to conduct an investigation into these allegations, following the gazetting of Proclamation 136 of 2023. The investigation will be extensive and aims to uncover any possible syndicate activity involving corruption and fraud.

A Triumph for Conservation: Prioritizing African Penguin Foraging Grounds in Algoa Bay

In a remarkable collaboration, representatives of the conservation sector and the east coast small pelagic fisheries have joined hands to prioritize the preservation of African penguin foraging grounds in Algoa Bay. The agreement highlights the collective efforts of various organizations such as BirdlifeSA, WWF, the Endangered Wildlife Trust, and scientists from Nelson Mandela University, working in tandem with the Eastern and Southern Cape Pelagic Association (ESCPA).

Addressing the Impending Fiscal Crisis in the 2023 Medium Term Expenditure Framework

The current state of the 2023 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) has become a matter of national concern. Premier Alan Winde expressed disappointment over the urgency of the pending fiscal crisis. Despite his efforts to have the issue addressed at the President’s Coordinating Council (PCC), it was not included in the agenda. In response, Premier Winde has declared his intentions to bring this issue to the forefront.

CGE Holds NDOH Accountable: Forced Sterilisation Matter Progress

The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) recently held a followup hearing with the National Department of Health (NDOH) on the matter of forced sterilisation. CGE called the NDOH to account on 29 August 2023, exercising its statutory powers under Section 12 (4) (b) of the CGE Act 39 of 1996. This hearing, led by NDOH’s Deputy DirectorGeneral Professor Nicholas Crisp, was convened due to concerns over the department’s lack of progress in implementing its investigation recommendations.

Promoting Safe and Fair Workplaces: Inspection Blitz in Malelane and Bushbuckridge

The Department of Employment and Labour in Mpumalanga Province has organized a twoweek inspection blitz to strengthen labor regulations and establish a secure and just working environment. The inspections will take place from September 4th to 15th, 2023, in Malelane and Bushbuckridge. The Inspection and Enforcement Services (IES), Department of Home Affairs (DHA), South Africa Police Service (SAPS), and municipal health inspectors from both Bushbuckridge and Nkomazi Local Municipalities will conduct a comprehensive examination of various businesses across different sectors.

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