In a recent address to the 111th Session of the International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva, Switzerland, South Africa’s Employment and Labour Minister Thulas Nxesi emphasized the need for accelerated global policy coordination and joint action. With only seven years to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 2030 targets, Nxesi stressed the important role of the International Labour Organization (ILO) members in facilitating dialogues and enhancing policy coherence.
The South African government has taken a strong stance on the issue of child labor, with Minister of Employment and Labor, Thulas Nxesi, leading the charge. He recently spoke at a highlevel side event titled “Social Justice for All: How to End Child Labor” at the #ILC2023 in Geneva, highlighting the government’s commitment to upholding the rights and wellbeing of children.
The passing of Eusebius McKaiser, a prominent broadcaster, writer, and political commentator, on May 30, 2023, has left the communications sector in South Africa in mourning. His loss is deeply felt by those who knew him as a fearless advocate against discrimination, inequality, prejudice, and corruption.
Energy poverty is a significant challenge facing many communities in Cape Town, particularly those living in backyard dwellings. Backyarders, who often live in informal settlements, face significant energy challenges due to a lack of access to essential energy subsidies, such as the Free Basic Electricity (FBE) offered by the city.
Joe Mpisi, a distinguished leader and Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Education, recently passed away, leaving a legacy of tireless dedication to education and social justice in South Africa. Despite his declining health, Mpisi fought to improve Gauteng’s education system and uplift the working class, earning the respect and admiration of his peers and the public.
The informal sector comprises a significant portion of the workforce in BRICS countries, with 62% of workers employed in this sector. However, the lack of formal training and education creates a skills gap and results in low productivity and work deficits. To promote decent work and reduce poverty, it is crucial to address this skills gap and incentivize a transition to formality.
Harry Belafonte was a trailblazer in the music industry, breaking down barriers for Black artists in the 1950s and 60s. His hits, including “The Banana Boat Song” and “Jump in the Line,” made him an international star and the first Black artist to have a number one album in the United States.
The Long March To Freedom exhibition is a remarkable display of lifesize bronze statues that pay tribute to the incredible individuals who fought for South Africa’s freedom and democracy. The exhibition features notable figures such as Desmond Tutu, Steve Biko, Miriam Makeba, Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., and Abraham Lincoln.
In Rondebosch last year, a Cape Town police officer named Luvolwethu Kati shot and killed a homeless man named Dumisani Joxo. On Thursday, Kati’s hearing began in the Wynberg Regional Court. Kati appeared in court dressed in a redchequered shirt and green pants to face charges surrounding the incident on January 9, 2022.
In Rondebosch last year, a Cape Town police officer named Luvolwethu Kati shot and killed a homeless man named Dumisani Joxo. On Thursday, Kati’s hearing began in the Wynberg Regional Court. Kati appeared in court dressed in a redchequered shirt and green pants to face charges surrounding the incident on January 9, 2022.
