The Department of Water and Sanitation has recently released the Revision of the Regulations Regarding the Procedural Requirements for Water Use Licence Applications. These Regulations aim to provide clarity on the process of obtaining and renewing water use licenses in South Africa.
South Africa has recently passed the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill, a significant healthcare policy reform that has been in progress since the adoption of the White Paper on NHI in 2017. The main objective of this reform is to establish a more accessible, affordable, and equitable healthcare system for all citizens.
On June 9th, 2023, the Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment, Ms. Makhotso Sotyu, will lead a stakeholder engagement event in Buffelsnek Forestry Village. The purpose of this event is to discuss vital service delivery issues with the community, including water and sanitation, electricity infrastructure, and housing.
Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Ms. Makhotso Sotyu, is set to address service delivery issues in the Buffelsnek Forestry Village on June 9th, 2023, in Knysna. The objective is to discuss solutions to challenges faced by the village and other forestry villages located in different municipal areas.
South Africa’s electricity sector has faced significant challenges in recent times, mainly due to load shedding. However, the country’s leadership is determined to address these issues and ensure a stable power supply for its people. Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa’s Electricity Department Budget Vote 2023/24 reveals an ambitious plan to transform the country’s energy landscape.
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is responsible for managing and maintaining governmentowned properties and infrastructure projects in South Africa. This includes building and maintaining government offices, hospitals, and schools, managing public transport systems, and constructing and maintaining roads and highways.
On May 16th, Minister Maropene Ramokgopato and Deputy Minister Pinky Kekana led a monitoring visit to the Saldanha Industrial Development Zone in the Western Cape Province. Their objective was to evaluate socioeconomic catalytic projects within the zone and ensure that they are on track to drive economic progress.
Employment and Labour Deputy Minister Boitumelo Moloi recently urged employers to adhere to the country’s labour laws. During a recent inspection by the Department of Employment and Labour’s team at Dasbosch Boerdery, the Deputy Minister emphasized the need for a cooperative approach to ensure employers comply with the law and avoid punitive measures from the inspectorate.
