South Africa’s Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Mr. Mondli Gungubele, will lead the South African ICT industry delegation to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Council HighLevel Segment in Geneva, Switzerland, on July 11th and 12th, 2023. South Africa participates in the annual meetings of the ITU Council as a member state, ensuring that the Union’s strategies and policies align with the rapidly evolving global telecommunications landscape.

The City of Cape Town’s Human Settlements’ Title Deeds Roadshow has been making its way through Khayelitsha, providing assistance to Victoria Mxenge residents in obtaining the title deeds to their homes. This initiative displays the City’s commitment to empowering its citizens through secure homeownership.

In the constantly evolving realm of politics, various political parties aim to represent the diverse interests of citizens. The Congress of the People (COPE) is one such party in South Africa that has gained recognition as a registered political party under Section 15 (A) (1) of the [Electoral Commission Act](https://capetown.today/electoralcommissionmarksasignificantmilestonepoliticalpartyfundingactandfinancialstatementssubmission) 51 of 1996. The registration process and the strict regulations that follow, ensure that political parties function within a framework that promotes democracy, inclusion, and respect for all citizens.

The recent decision by the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) in favor of Caster Semenya, the South African middledistance runner, has been celebrated by the Commission for Gender Equality (CGE). This landmark ruling highlights the importance of safeguarding the rights of individuals facing discrimination based on their gender and sexual orientation.

Every year on July 18th, South Africans commemorate Mandela Day by dedicating 67 minutes of their time to serving their community. The theme for this year’s celebration is “It’s in your hands,” urging individuals to take action against food insecurity and climate change. Mandela Day honors the legacy of former President Nelson Mandela, who dedicated 67 years of his life to serving the country.

In the small community of Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, South Africa, a fiveyearold girl was found brutally murdered on July 25, 2023. Shockingly, her 27yearold cousin is the prime suspect in the heinous act that has rocked the community and prompted authorities to urge parents and guardians to exercise greater vigilance in protecting their children.

On July 17, 2023, South African Minister of Electricity, Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa and Minister of Police, General Bheki Cele, will hold a joint media briefing to provide an update on the progress made regarding security issues related to the Energy Action Plan implementation.

The contribution of women entrepreneurs to the agricultural sector in the Eastern Cape was celebrated at the Amathole District Women Entrepreneur Awards, hosted by the Department of Rural Development and Agrarian Reform. The event emphasized the need for empowering and supporting female entrepreneurs in agriculture.

Cape Town is a city known for its stunning landscapes and rich history. However, allegations of selective road maintenance have been raised, leading to the Urban Mobility’s Roads Infrastructure Management Department addressing these concerns. The department claims that the city does not ignore certain areas intentionally when it comes to road repair, but various factors contribute to the rapid deterioration of roads, especially during winter.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has taken a proactive approach to curbing gun violence and enhancing public safety by destroying firearms that have been removed from circulation. In this article, we’ll explore the SAPS’s latest effort in this regard.

The Free State province of South Africa is set to receive a muchneeded economic boost with the launch of the Rui Star IronSteel Plant on July 21, 2023. The plant, located at Thaba Nchu Industrial Park, is expected to uplift the local economy and create job opportunities for the community.