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Deputy Minister of Social Development, Mme Hendrietta BogopaneZulu, has partnered with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to launch ChommY, a social and behavioral change program. The program aims to support children aged 10 to 14 years from Ekurhuleni hostels, promote awareness, develop essential life skills, and empower young individuals to make informed choices.
South Africa faces an alarming energy crisis, with citizens experiencing daily blackouts for up to 10 hours due to current Stage 6 load shedding. The situation is becoming increasingly severe as Stage 9 and beyond protocols are being finalized, leaving citizens and experts alike profoundly concerned about the future.
The City of Cape Town has announced its plans to construct a new overnight shelter for homeless individuals in Green Point to house 300 people by the end of this year. The “Safe Space” project received full support from the Green Point Ratepayers and Residents Association (GPRRA).
South Africa is in mourning following the death of Klaas de Jonge, an exceptional Dutch activist who fought against apartheid and was a member of uMkhonto weSizwe (MK). De Jonge died at the age of 85 on May 5, 2023. This article pays tribute to his life and legacy as a symbol of international solidarity in the fight for justice and freedom.
Ayanda Majozi, a Table Mountain National Park ranger, is embarking on a nineday journey to participate in the Cableway Charity Challenge. The event is a unique fundraising initiative aimed at supporting vulnerable women and children in Cape Town. It will conclude on May 14, 2023, and has attracted the attention of casual and seasoned athletes eager to make a difference.
Pop music enthusiasts, get ready for a treat! Westlife, an iconic boyband that has captured the hearts of millions of fans worldwide and left an indelible mark on pop history, is heading to South Africa in 2023 for their Wild Dreams Tour. This comprehensive preview will give an overview of what to expect from this highly anticipated event.
The RMB National Rowing Squad of South Africa has begun their international season with a remarkable performance at the Rowing World Cup in Zagreb, Croatia. The team’s athletes have shown their skills and determination, securing silver and bronze medals in the Men’s Four and Women’s Double Scull events, respectively.
South Africa is hosting the Fifth Global Conference on Biodiversity Finance in Cape Town, bringing together delegates from various parts of the world, including representatives from Brazil, Cambodia, Germany, and UNEP Executive Director Inger Andersen, to discuss crucial challenges and opportunities related to financing biodiversity conservation.
South Africa’s agricultural sector must undergo transformation and evolution to redress the historical injustice of the Native Land Act and ensure economic growth, social wellbeing, and environmental sustainability. This article explores the necessary steps to revitalize the agricultural sector, including investments in underutilized communal lands, enhancing rural economies, tackling climate change, empowering previously disadvantaged farmers, and leveraging technology for rural development.
In May of 2023, Minister Senzo Mchunu of Water and Sanitation, along with Deputy Ministers David Mahlobo and Judith Tshabalala, conducted a crucial ministerial visit to the northern KwaZuluNatal district of uMkhanyakude. The purpose of this visit was to evaluate the progress made in refurbishing and upgrading the water supply schemes in KwaHlabisa and Mtubatuba Local Municipalities.
At the Second Employment Working Group (EWG) Meeting of BRICS memberstates in Port Alfred, Eastern Cape, the Compensation Fund made a plea to employers to support the reintegration of injured workers into the workplace. This urgent request was made by Nthabiseng Magonono, the Director responsible for the Vocational Rehabilitation Programme at the Compensation Fund, from the perspective of the Department of Employment and Labour.
Over the last ten years, Cape Town has made impressive strides in addressing pet overpopulation, thanks to the combined efforts of local government and various animal welfare organizations. Through the sterilization of domestic animals, close to 15,000 animals have been sterilized, thanks to a total investment of over R6.3 million from the Community Services and Health Directorate.
The Law Enforcement Advancement Plan (LEAP) is a collaborative effort between the Western Cape Government and the City of Cape Town, aimed at bolstering community safety and security. LEAP has been making significant strides in creating safer neighborhoods and reducing crime rates in the Western Cape.
South Africa’s Eskom has committed to restoring power in various areas of the North West Province by the end of the business day. This comes after an explosion at the Mahikeng main substation in Golfview caused power outages in several parts of the Mahikeng Local Municipality. The affected areas include Golfview, Riviera Park, Mahikeng CBD, Danville, Majemantsho, Dihatshwane, and Mosiane View.
The South African government has recently released draft amendments to the regulations and notices pertaining to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for public consultation. These amendments are meant to provide technical clarifications for the regulated industry and stakeholders and address electrical and electronic equipment products, the lighting sector, and paper, packaging, and some singleuse products. This article aims to give an overview of the key proposed changes and the consultation process.
The Africa’s Travel Indaba 2023 conference was recently held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre in Durban, South Africa. The event brought together tourism industry leaders, government officials, and business owners from across the continent to discuss the future of African tourism. One of the key speakers, Patricia de Lille, the Minister of Tourism for South Africa, emphasized the importance of collaboration and innovation in driving the growth and success of the tourism sector.
