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The University of South Africa (UNISA) has reached a significant milestone, celebrating 150 years of existence. As the largest and oldest higher education institution in SubSaharan Africa, UNISA has played a crucial role in shaping the intellectual future of Africa.
South Africa has launched its first National Biodiversity Offset Guideline to address the degradation of natural assets and the loss of biodiversity. The publication of this innovative approach in Government Gazette 48841 underscores the country’s pressing need for action and a strategic response to unsustainable development.
The High Street Auction Company is hosting an eauction on June 29, 2023, for cityowned properties. This initiative aims to maximize the economic and social value of properties that are not required for municipal purposes. The eauction will provide opportunities for residents, nonprofit organizations, and businesses to acquire valuable land and contribute to the city’s social and economic growth.
Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Fikile Majola, recently highlighted the importance of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in South Africa’s economic growth. In a meeting with the SEZ Chief Executive Officers’ Forum, Majola emphasized the significance of provincial government support for SEZs to achieve national economic objectives.
The University of South Africa (UNISA) is celebrating its 150th anniversary, marking its significant contribution to the development of several renowned institutions and providing education access to individuals globally. This article explores UNISA’s history, achievements, challenges, and opportunities as it commemorates its milestone.
The Department of Employment and Labour in the Western Cape is hosting a Career and Opportunities Expo in Oudtshoorn to provide a platform for individuals seeking employment or educational opportunities. The Expo aims to connect job seekers with potential employers and facilitate access to information about various work and learning prospects. The event is expected to attract a diverse range of exhibitors who will share their services and prospects with attendees.
The Presidential Imbizo is an event that provides an opportunity for the government and the public to engage in meaningful dialogue. This article focuses on the process of media accreditation and its importance in facilitating media coverage of such significant events.
The BroadBased Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) Commission and the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) have come together to organize a webinar on the 28th of June 2023. This event is aimed at empowering and engaging the youth of South Africa under the theme “Beyond 20 years of BBBEE: Youth Economic Empowerment opportunities through Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD)”. This is part of a monthlong campaign that celebrates Youth Month in South Africa.
The 11th edition of the All Africa Business Leaders Awards (AABLA) celebrated and honored exceptional business leaders from across the African continent. Deputy President Paul Mashatile applauded Dr. Rakesh Wahi, the founder of the awards, for hosting such an important event. This ceremony recognizes the great accomplishments of ordinary individuals who have overcome obstacles with determination to bring success to their organizations and inspire future business leaders.
The South African government, in partnership with the Department of Agriculture Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) and the Presidency, recently hosted a pivotal Phakisa Action Lab to address the untapped possibilities inherent in the cannabis and hemp sector. ### Developing a Coherent Policy
The impact of drug abuse and illicit trafficking is widespread, affecting individuals and communities across the globe. While substance abuse has devastating consequences for everyone, it is often the most vulnerable who suffer the most. These issues have farreaching socioeconomic impacts, including on education, families, and the economy.
On June 27th, 2023, the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) in Western Cape will be hosting a media tour at the Berg River Dam, located near Franshoek. This tour aims to provide insight into various crucial aspects of water and sanitation in the region. The media tour is a platform for DWS to communicate their initiatives, challenges, and progress with the public while ensuring transparency and accountability.
The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) is taking active steps to ensure that state entities comply with the necessary provision of services for the victims and survivors of genderbased violence and femicide (GBVF) in South Africa. The CGE has scheduled oversight and monitoring visits to two police stations in KwaZuluNatal province as part of an ongoing program to assess the South African Police Service’s (SAPS) compliance.
On June 21, 2023, Thembi Nkadimeng, Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), chaired a meeting of the InterMinisterial Task Team responsible for the District Development Model (DDM) Presidential Izimbizo. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss preparations for the upcoming 7th DDM Presidential Imbizo, which would be led by President Cyril Ramaphosa and hosted by the Alfred Duma Local Municipality in the Uthukela District Municipality, KwaZuluNatal.
Severe storms recently battered the Western Cape province, resulting in floods and substantial damage to infrastructure. Among the most affected roads was Citrusdal’s R303 Main Road. ### Destruction of the Citrusdal Main Road
A heinous crime shook the small town of Grabouw, South Africa in December 2017. A 27yearold woman was on her way home in Libanon when she was brutally attacked and raped by two men. One of the attackers, Koos Kerneels, was recently convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment for his role in this atrocious act.
