A group of innovative library leaders has emerged in Cape Town, South Africa, after graduating from the Strengthening Innovative Library Leaders (SILL) program. This initiative, backed by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, aims to nurture innovation and leadership in the library sector. The successful graduates, representing libraries across the city, bring diverse experiences and stand ready to usher in a fresh era of change and innovation in their respective libraries. The emergence of these new library leaders is a testament to the transformative power of training and capacity enhancement, paving the way for a future where libraries are vibrant hubs of learning, innovation, and community engagement.
On April 26, 2023, the Ministry of Defence and Military Veterans in South Africa announced the rollout of the longawaited Military Veterans Pension. This financial support for veterans was legislated in the Military Veterans Act of 2011, Act no. 18 of 2011.