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The Limpopo Department of Employment and Labour has launched a fourday registration drive from July 10th to 13th, 2023, aimed at providing free services to job seekers in Sekhukhune district. This initiative will empower individuals and enhance the workforce through the Public Employment Services (PES) unit, which will educate job seekers on the ESSA database and provide career counseling services.
The current energy crisis, characterized by frequent power outages, demands groundbreaking ideas and innovative solutions. As a response, Premier Alan Winde will host his 18th Energy Digicon on July 27, 2023, with the participation of Mark Allewell, the founder of Sensor Networks, as a special guest. The event aims to showcase inventive technologies that can alleviate the impact of power outages on households and businesses.
South Africa’s Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Sihle Zikalala, has recently visited the stalled construction site of the Port Shepstone Magistrates Court in KwaZulu Natal. The inspection took place on July 22, 2023, as part of Minister Zikalala’s Operation Siyahlola initiative, aimed at overseeing unfinished and obstructed construction projects managed by the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI).
The City’s Recreation and Parks Department has announced plans to bring the Netball World Cup 2023 experience to local communities. The initiative involves setting up four public viewing areas (PVAs) to screen live games, with the aim of fostering social connections and promoting sports and recreational activities.
The recent passing of Dr. Essop Goolam Pahad was a great loss for the South African community. He had been an exceptional leader and advocate for the nation’s liberation. At his funeral, Acting President Paul Mashatile delivered a moving eulogy, emphasizing Pahad’s profound impact on South African society. This article explores the life and contributions of Essop Pahad.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE), as the COP28 Presidencydesignate, has appointed South Africa’s Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment, Barbara Creecy, and Denmark’s Minister, Dan Jørgensen, to cofacilitate discussions at a political level on the Global Stocktake (GST) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
South Africa’s Minister of Water and Sanitation, Senzo Mchunu, has praised two revolutionary water projects in Limpopo that have the potential to serve as trailblazers for other municipalities. The Masodi Waste Water Treatment Works project and the Olifantspoort Bulk Water Scheme showcase the impact of publicprivate partnerships on the socioeconomic development of local communities.
In the ongoing battle against crime, the K9 and Rural Safety Units (RSUs) in Swartland, Overstrand, and Mossel Bay are making significant progress. These units have been actively disrupting criminal activities in their respective municipalities and have recently achieved commendable successes.
On July 21, 2023, President Cyril Ramaphosa conducted an oversight visit to KwaZuluNatal to review the progress of water projects aimed at improving bulk water provision and maintaining crucial water infrastructure in the province. The following projects were the main focus of the visit:
The SocioEconomic Impact of PhDs in South Africa: Findings from the National Tracer Study of Doctoral Graduates On 21st July 2023, the National Tracer Study of Doctoral Graduates in South Africa was launched, providing valuable insights into the impact of PhDs on the country’s socioeconomic landscape. The study aimed to trace the careers of PhD graduates in different sectors and assess the impact of their qualifications on various aspects of South African society.
Illegal mining is a widespread and devastating issue in Gauteng Province, South Africa. The harmful effects of illegal mining were highlighted in the Angelo Informal Settlement tragedy, where 17 people lost their lives due to nitrate oxide inhalation. The gas cylinder allegedly responsible for the incident was used in illegal mining activities carried out by zama zamas in the area.
The government of South Africa’s Western Cape province has been making notable efforts to ensure the safety and security of its citizens through various law enforcement and community safety initiatives. Among these initiatives, the K9 and Rural Safety Units in Swartland and Overstrand regions have gained attention for their unrelenting work in tackling crime.
The City of Cape Town is taking steps to assist citizens facing financial difficulties, by offering relief measures to households in need. These measures are available to indigent households, social grant recipients, and pensioners. The City now offers an increased social support package of R4.3 billion for rates and services relief in 2023/24.
Cape Town’s new HIV preventive strategy, PreExposure Prophylaxis (PrEP), has achieved great success in less than 18 months since its launch. The city’s clinics have had over 6,000 clients accessing the treatment, making it a groundbreaking initiative. South Africa is the first African nation to approve PrEP, a daily tablet of antiretroviral medication that protects HIVnegative individuals from contracting the virus when at risk of exposure through sexual activity.
South Africa and Lesotho are taking steps to improve their already strong relationship by working to speed up disbursement of funds to Basotho former mine workers. This issue is of significant concern within the Southern African Development Community (SADC), and both countries are committed to creating mechanisms to efficiently channel compensation to rightful recipients.
South Africa is set to conduct municipal byelections on 19th July 2023, across five provinces Eastern Cape, Free State, KwaZuluNatal, North West, and Western Cape. There are six independent candidates and 55 candidates from 16 political parties vying for the available positions. This article provides a breakdown of the contests in each province.
