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Accelerating Basic Service Provision and Infrastructure Development: Minister Thembi Nkadimeng’s Vision

Minister Thembi Nkadimeng, responsible for CoGTA (Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs), delivered a speech to the South African Parliament on the Presidency budget vote debate. In her address, she emphasized the importance of increasing the state’s capacity and abilities to speed up the provision of essential services, infrastructure development, and maintenance.

Minister Thembi Nkadimeng’s Vision for the Reinvention of the Community Work Programme

Minister Thembi Nkadimeng, from the Ministry of Cooperative Governance and Administration (CoGTA), has revealed a new framework aimed at revitalizing the Community Work Programme (CWP). This initiative aims to tackle the challenges faced by the programme and transform it into a more sustainable and impactful project for the benefit of South Africa’s most impoverished communities.

Empowering South African Youth: The SA Youth Opportunities Roadshow

South Africa’s youth are looking forward to a lifechanging experience at the upcoming SA Youth Opportunities Roadshow on June 2, 2023. The Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator, in collaboration with the Department of Employment and Labour, National Youth Development Agency (NYDA), Youth Employment Service (YES) South Africa, and the North West Office of the Premier, is organizing the event. The roadshow will take place in Setlagole, Ratlou Local Municipality, and will feature Viola Motsumi, the MEC for the Department of Education, as a speaker.

Embracing Digitalization: The IST-Africa Conference and South Africa’s Innovations

The ISTAfrica Conference, organized by the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) in South Africa, brought together public and private stakeholders to explore the role of information and communication technology (ICT) in addressing global challenges. Dr. Blade Nzimande, the South African Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, emphasized the importance of international cooperation in science, technology, and innovation to provide innovative solutions for issues like climate change, food security, health, and energy.

Support for Zoleka Mandela Amidst Health Struggle

Zoleka Mandela, a wellknown writer and a member of the Mandela family, has been battling cancer for some time. In her recent Instagram post, she revealed the discovery of another brain tumor. Despite this, Mandela bravely remains committed to sharing updates about her journey.

Independent Electoral Commission Reveals Political Party Funding

The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) has released the fourth quarter Political Party Funding Disclosure Report for the financial year 2022/23, marking the eighth publication since the implementation of the Political Party Funding Act on 1 April 2021. This report covers the period from 1 January to 31 March 2023 and follows the firstever Political Party Funding Annual Report released in May 2023, which highlighted the financial year that ended on 31 March 2022.

The Significance of the North West Legislature Budget Vote Speech 2023/24

On June 1, the North West Legislature will witness a significant event as Hon. Basetsana R.S Dantjie, the Speaker of the North West Legislature, presents the budget speech for the 2023/24 financial year. This occasion will take place during the Legislature House Sitting in the Legislature Chamber at 09h00, highlighting the commitment of the North West Provincial government to transparency and accountability.

Unveiling South Africa’s Ambitious Electricity Plan: Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa’s Budget Vote 2023/24

South Africa’s electricity sector has faced significant challenges in recent times, mainly due to load shedding. However, the country’s leadership is determined to address these issues and ensure a stable power supply for its people. Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa’s Electricity Department Budget Vote 2023/24 reveals an ambitious plan to transform the country’s energy landscape.

Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni and The Presidency Budget Vote 2023/24: Reflecting on Progress and Challenges

Celebrating Africa Day on May 25th, South Africans took the opportunity to reflect on the progress made and the challenges faced in the past year. This coincided with the anniversary of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s inauguration, during a time of global turbulence caused by the COVID19 pandemic. The President’s role in advocating for vaccine equity and boosting the economy has been pivotal.

A New Era of Local Neighborhood Development in Cape Town: Bo-Kaap, District Six, and Two Rivers

The City Council of Cape Town has approved local neighborhood plans, also known as local spatial development frameworks (LSDFs), for three historic areas: BoKaap, District Six, and Two Rivers. This marks a significant moment in Cape Town’s history as it is the first time plans have been created to guide spatial development and land use at the local level for these neighborhoods.

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