The high demand for housing in Soweto has resulted in a backlog in title deeds and home allocations, forcing many people to live in informal settlements. As the area experiences an influx of people looking for work and housing, Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi is calling for collaboration between the government and Soweto residents to address the challenges in the human settlements sector.
President Cyril Ramaphosa recently addressed the 2nd Presidential Health Summit at the Birchwood Hotel in Boksburg, Gauteng, reflecting on the Presidential Health Compact signed four years ago. The summit brought together stakeholders from various sectors to develop short and longterm solutions to challenges facing South Africa’s healthcare system.
The City of Cape Town and the Greater Tygerberg Partnership (GTP) are set to host the 2023 Bellville Business Expo on Thursday, 8 June 2023, at the Bellville Park Campus at the University of Stellenbosch Business School. The expo is aimed at promoting economic growth in the Bellville business community.
Genderbased violence (GBV) remains critical in South Africa’s posteducation and training sector. Female students are particularly vulnerable to experiencing physical and psychological harm, as demonstrated by a Higher Health (HH) study, which found that 62% of South African students feel unsafe on campus.
The CBD Regeneration Project is an initiative to provide sustainable livelihoods and employment opportunities for people experiencing homelessness in Cape Town. The Enterprise and Investment Department of the Economic Growth Directorate and NPO Khulisa Solutions fund the project. Since its inception, the project has recruited hundreds of homeless individuals who have been trained and employed in various communities throughout the City.
The Crime Prevention Wardens (CPWs) initiative by the Gauteng Provincial Government is a significant step towards creating secure communities and eradicating crime. Due to the high number of applicants, the selection process was rigorous and aimed to identify the best candidates for the job. The CPWs will be responsible for ensuring police visibility at the ward level, which is essential in preventing and combating crime.
Mining houses in South Africa are urged to register their tailings dams to ensure compliance with dam safety regulations. The South African Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is updating its database of all tailings dams that meet the requirements to be classified as Dams with a Safety Risk.
The reintroduction of cheetahs to their former range in India is a complicated and perilous process that requires careful monitoring and management. The Memorandum of Understanding signed between South Africa and India aims to promote cooperation and shared expertise for the conservation of cheetahs. However, the recent death of one of the 12 cheetahs relocated to Kuno National Park has highlighted the significant challenges of the reintroduction project, particularly during the critical phase of releasing cheetahs into freeranging conditions.
The collaboration between the Manenberg Serious Violent Crimes unit and Crime Information Management Analysis Centre has successfully prosecuted and sentenced violent criminals involved in senseless murders. Here’s a breakdown of the two cases: ### Fahiem Carolus and Luciano Thomas Sentenced to Life in Prison
South Africa has a diverse population of endangered species, including rhinos, elephants, and crocodiles, facing constant threats from poachers and traffickers. As a response to these crimes, the Stilfontein Stock Theft and Endangered Species (STES) Unit investigates and prevents them in the North West Province.
World Book Day is approaching quickly, and city libraries are gearing up to celebrate. This year’s theme is “your” World Book Day, and libraries throughout the city have arranged a variety of events to promote the love of books and reading. Scheduled activities will take place before and after April 23rd. Councillor Patricia van der Ross, the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Health, believes that libraries should take every opportunity to encourage a passion for reading.
Streaming giant Netflix has pledged to inject R929 million into the South African creative industry, recognizing the potential of the country’s TV and film sector. Madeleine de Cock Buning, Netflix Vice President for Public Policy EMEA, views South Africa as an untapped opportunity for the company, having already created 7,000 jobs in the country. According to Buning, the TV and film industry has a significant impact on economic growth and jobs, playing a crucial role in the African economy.
Three members of a notorious gang that terrorized people in three areas of South Africa have recently been found guilty and given a total of 705 years in jail. The three criminals, Calvin Congo Mabunda, Sibusiso Shamase Mkhwanazi, and Bhova Sticks Nkuna, were given their sentences by the South Gauteng High Court. They were found guilty on 19 charges, including murder, robbery, assault, attempted murder, possession of guns, ammo, and kidnapping.
