poverty

A Closer Look at South Africa’s Latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey Results

The South African government has expressed optimism regarding the latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey results, despite a rise in unemployment.…

2 years ago

Addressing the Skills Gap in the Informal Economy in BRICS Countries

The informal sector comprises a significant portion of the workforce in BRICS countries, with 62% of workers employed in this…

2 years ago

National Statistical System: An Integral Part of South Africa’s Development Journey

As South Africa marks 29 years since the inauguration of Nelson Mandela, the nation has made great strides in building…

2 years ago

Confronting Religious Extremism in Kenya: Lessons from the Shakahola Tragedy

Kenya experienced its worst mass suicide incident in the southeast of the country, with over a hundred confirmed deaths, including…

2 years ago

Employment and Labour on Basic Income Grant Discussion

South Africa is facing a crucial decision regarding the R350 Social Relief Grant. The Second BRICS Working Group Meeting, held…

2 years ago

Combating Violent Crimes in South Africa: The Incident in Browns Farm

The recent incident in Browns Farm has once again highlighted the ongoing issue of violent crimes in South Africa, particularly…

2 years ago

Cape Town Launches the #YouthStart Entrepreneurial Challenge

The City of Cape Town's Social Development and Early Childhood Development Department has launched the annual #YouthStart Entrepreneurial Challenge. The…

2 years ago

President Ramaphosa Highlights Need for Resilience and Collaboration in Achieving Universal Health Coverage in South Africa

President Cyril Ramaphosa recently addressed the 2nd Presidential Health Summit at the Birchwood Hotel in Boksburg, Gauteng, reflecting on the…

2 years ago

Driving Digital Transformation in Africa: Insights from Sentech Africa Tech Week Conference

The Sentech Africa Tech Week Conference recently took place in Cape Town, bringing together key stakeholders from across the tech…

2 years ago

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Speech on National Freedom Day 2023

The 2023 National Freedom Day celebrations were marked by a speech from President Cyril Ramaphosa. In his address, he discussed…

2 years ago

SAPS makes significant arrest in fight against gang activity in South Africa

Gang activity has been increasing in South Africa in recent years, especially in urban areas with high levels of poverty…

2 years ago

Protests by CWP workers highlight plight of thousands of South African workers

The Community Work Programme (CWP) workers have recently protested outside the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) in…

2 years ago

The Alarming Crime Rate in Philippi: A Call to Action

Philippi, one of Cape Town's poorest suburbs, is plagued by daily gunshots, murders, robberies, and carjackings. The local authorities struggle…

2 years ago

Cape Town To Invest R11bn In Infrastructure

Cape Town, South Africa, will be investing R11bn in infrastructure, making it the largest infrastructure budget among all of the…

2 years ago

South Africa’s Crisis of Food Price Hikes

South Africa is currently facing a crisis of food price hikes that have caused widespread suffering among poor households. According…

2 years ago

Volunteering in Cape Town: A Window into the City’s Social Issues

Volunteering in Cape Town is a rewarding experience and a window into the city's social issues. The city is known…

2 years ago