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Navigating Disability Challenges in South Africa: A Story of Resilience and Change

by Aiden Abrahams
April 9, 2025

In South Africa, people with disabilities face tough daily challenges that make life harder. Young Aphelele Rangula, who lives with cerebral palsy, shows us the struggles many face, like using public transport that isn’t wheelchairfriendly and dealing with long waits for special services. Financial worries add to their burdens, as grants often don’t cover basic needs. Despite these obstacles, there’s hope for change through advocacy and support from organizations pushing for better services and understanding. The journey to a more inclusive society is ongoing, but with teamwork and compassion, brighter days are ahead.

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Cape Town’s 2024/25 Budget Proposal: Building for Jobs and Social Inclusion

by Emma Botha
May 21, 2024

Cape Town’s proposed budget for 2024/25 focuses on promoting social inclusivity and economic advancement. The city’s social package, tailored to the needs of the underprivileged, retirees, and general citizenry, is unmatched among South Africa’s metropolitan regions. The budget sets aside a significant chunk of its capital budget for infrastructure development, concentrating on the poorest and fastestgrowing areas, and is expected to yield approximately 130,000 constructionrelated jobs over the next three years. Cape Town’s commitment to cultivating an environment of inclusivity and economic expansion serves as a model of progress.

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Pioneering Financial Plan for Cape Town: Economic Expansion and Social Integration

by Aiden Abrahams
April 2, 2024

The ‘Building for Jobs’ budget in Cape Town is a transformative fiscal strategy focused on infrastructure and job creation, with a record R76.4bn allocated for the financial year 2024/25 and R12.1bn earmarked for infrastructure. The budget is expected to create 130,000 jobs over the next three years and is committed to social inclusion and green energy. It also reflects the city’s dedication to social welfare, green energy, and safety measures. This innovative budget represents a pivotal juncture for Cape Town, driven by a vision of a wealthier, fairer, and more inclusive future.

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Empowering Women in the Tourism Industry: Minister Patricia de Lille’s Pledge

by Serjio Zakharoff
May 11, 2023

Minister Patricia de Lille recently spoke at the Women in Tourism Breakfast during the Africa Travel Indaba. In her speech, the Minister emphasized the importance of supporting and uplifting women within the tourism sector and acknowledged the challenges faced by women in the industry. She urged them to rise to the occasion, claim their rights and act on them.

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