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Astrotourism is a growing field in the tourism industry, which utilizes astronomical and celestial attractions to attract tourists. With Africa having clear and dark night skies, the continent has a competitive advantage in this niche sector. In this article, we explore the opportunities presented by astrotourism and the efforts being made to capitalize on this potential.
The City of Cape Town has recently approved a zero percent increase on Informal Trading Permits for the 2023/2024 financial year. This decision is a significant move towards supporting informal traders in the city and fostering job creation and economic growth.
The Social Development and Early Childhood Development Department of the city has recently launched the 2023 YouthStart Entrepreneurial Challenge. The competition aims to identify and support the most promising young entrepreneurs who have the potential to reshape the business landscape in the coming years.
Metropolitan areas experience a considerable upsurge in electricity service requests due to the effects of storms and recurrent loadshedding on infrastructure. The challenges faced by city teams attempting to restore power throughout urban centers are further magnified by theft and vandalism, which exacerbate the damage caused by weather conditions.
The Electoral Commission (IEC) is alerting the public to an increase in job scams as the 2024 National and Provincial Elections approach. Fraudsters are using online job platforms to deceive job seekers by posing as the Commission and collecting personal information from unsuspecting individuals.
The Matjhabeng Investment Summit, organized by the Free State Department of Economic, Small Business Development, Tourism, and Environmental Affairs (DESTEA), is set to boost the region’s economic growth. This summit complements the Free State Investment Conference, which aims to strengthen the province’s potential to attract significant investments.
The City of Cape Town held its third annual Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) Awards ceremony on June 2, 2023, honoring the most successful public employment projects that have made significant differences in local communities. The EPWP has been providing over 35,000 temporary work opportunities for registered residents each fiscal year since its establishment in 2008.
Deputy Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI), Bernice Swarts, will spearhead a threeday Imbizo in Mpumalanga Province, addressing major challenges faced by communities in the Ehlanzeni, Gert Sibande, and Nkangala districts. ### A Collaborative Effort to FastTrack Service Delivery
South Africa is facing unprecedented challenges, but a spirit of collaboration and unity between the government and organized businesses is helping to overcome obstacles and mobilize resources. This partnership is aimed at fostering inclusive economic growth and job creation across the country.
South Africa’s Ministry of Employment and Labour is seeking public feedback on the Draft Employment Equity (EE) Regulations 2023. The proposed changes aim to establish sectorspecific EE targets to ensure the equitable representation of suitably qualified individuals from designated groups across various occupational levels in the workforce. This article outlines the key details of the proposed regulations and the opportunities for public input.
On June 8, 2023, the South African Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment, Ms. Barbara Creecy, led the World Oceans Day celebration aboard the SA Agulhas II in Cape Town. This year’s theme, “Planet Ocean: Tides are Changing,” emphasized the oceans’ vastness and the need to protect them from unprecedented challenges.
Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi, the Minister of Human Settlements, addressed highlevel representatives from BRICS nations at the United Nations Office in Nairobi. The Minister emphasized the importance of urban resilience for sustainable urban development. This article summarizes her discourse and the key takeaways from the meeting.
Cape Town, known for its beautiful landscapes and vibrant culture, is taking a bold step towards addressing the country’s energy crisis. In an innovative move, the city’s Mayor, Geordin HillLewis, has announced an electricity wheeling pilot project in collaboration with 15 commercial electricity suppliers.
South Africa struggles to meet its energy demands, resulting in socioeconomic hardships, especially for vulnerable groups. Nevertheless, the government has been working with international partners to find solutions. One such effort is the recent handover of a 13,650 kW solar power system and mobile library by Minister of Social Development, Ms Lindiwe Zulu.
Every year, on June 7th, World Food Safety Day serves as a reminder of the importance of food safety awareness and the necessary measures to prevent, detect, and manage foodborne risks and illnesses. In Cape Town, South Africa, Environmental Health is responsible for monitoring and educating the public about food safety.
On June 7th, South African Minister of Health, Dr. Joe Phaahla, and Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform, and Rural Development, Thoko Didiza, came together to commemorate World Food Safety Day. This event aimed to spread awareness about proper food handling and the prevention of food contamination that can result in foodborne illnesses such as cholera, listeriosis, salmonella, typhoid, and campylobacter.
