Dr. Blade Nzimande, the Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Innovation in South Africa, has launched a pioneering program in Africa the National Civic Education and Health Skills Programme. The initiative aims to equip students with the top 10 soft skills that employers seek, preparing them for a competitive job market.

In South Africa’s Gauteng province, public healthcare facilities are making strides towards improving healthcare services by encouraging patients to participate in the annual Patient Experience of Care (PEC) survey. The survey, which takes place from July to September, allows patients to offer feedback on the quality of care they receive and express their satisfaction or dissatisfaction with the services rendered.

Minister of Transport, Sindisiwe Chikunga, recently updated the media on the progress of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act at Umjantshi House, Braamfontein. ### AARTO Act A Constitutional Solution to Road Carnage

Transnet’s announcement of a private sector partner to upgrade Pier 2 of the Durban Container Terminal has been praised by MEC Mireille Wenger. This investment is expected to benefit South Africa’s economy, and further investments are required in other ports, such as the Port of Cape Town (PoCT).

The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport is calling on public transport operators to renew their expired operating licenses by July 31st, 2023. Over 6,000 licenses have been identified as requiring renewal but only 500 applications have been processed so far.

In recent years, Cape Town’s City Council has implemented various initiatives to address the challenges of apartheid’s spatial planning legacy. The council has been working towards creating a more integrated and inclusive city for all its residents. ## Safe Space Pilot Project Deemed a Success

Uitsig, a growing neighborhood, is undergoing a substantial infrastructure overhaul as part of the city’s investment of R863,6 million in water and sewer refurbishment. The aim of this ambitious project is to provide resilient infrastructure and reduce the risk of sewer overflows that have been a concern for the local community.

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.