insert_link South Africa Macpherson Orders Bi-Weekly Reports from Development Bank of Southern Africa Public Works and Infrastructure minister, Dean Macpherson, says he has instructed the Development Bank Of Southern Africa to supply bi-weekly reports, on the progress to restore Parliament's gutted National Assembly building. The minister conducted an oversight visit to the parliamentary grounds yesterday, where clearing and reconstruction are continuing, following a fire in 2022. About two-billion-rand has been made available for the project. Macpherson says he wants to ensure that […] todayJuly 26, 2024 2
insert_link Health / Medical South African teens are struggling: Western Cape study shows 33% have symptoms of depression By Mirriam Mkhize, University of Cape Town; Claire van der Westhuizen, University of Cape Town, and Katherine Sorsdahl, University of Cape Town In South Africa, little research has been done on depression and anxiety among younger adolescents, those between the ages of 10 and 14. Existing studies have primarily targeted older adolescents and those living with HIV. The age range of 10- to 14-year-olds […] todayJuly 26, 2024 1
insert_link South Africa S.A President has appointed deputy Chief Justice Mandisa Maya as country’s first female Chief Justice President. Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed deputy Chief Justice Mandisa Maya as South Africa’s first female Chief Justice with effect from the first of September. She will take over from the incumbent, Raymond Zondo, whose term in office expires at the end of next month. Ramaphosa’s spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, says Maya’s appointment follows the president's consultation with the Judicial Service Commission and the leaders of political parties represented in the National […] todayJuly 26, 2024 4
insert_link South Africa EFF accuses the City of Tshwane of planning to remove 37 black senior managers In South Africa, the EFF accuses the City of Tshwane of planning to remove 37 black senior managers, with four already suspended. The party claims six white appointees from the Freedom Front Plus and DA have been placed in the metro police’s towing section. Mayor Cilliers Brink is criticised for allegedly favouring his business associates in tenders. During a council meeting, the EFF's, Obakeng Ramabodu said the DA-coalition is replacing […] todayJuly 26, 2024 4
insert_link South Africa Tshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink Claims No Confidence Motion Targets Accountability In S.A, Tshwane mayor Cilliers Brink says the motion of no confidence against him is aimed at taking the metro back to the days of looting, mismanagement, and no accountability. The ANC wants to remove the DA mayor because it says service delivery and Tshwane’s finances have deteriorated during his tenure. Brink says it is clear that they want to remove him because of the new performance requirements for a […] todayJuly 25, 2024 4
insert_link South Africa TLU SA Criticizes Rhetoric and Legislation Affecting Economy and Agriculture TLU SA says socialist rhetoric, unattainable expectations, and racially driven legislation regarding private property rights have severely undermined the economy and agricultural sector. The agricultural organisation has launched the Charter for the Protection of Private Property Rights. TLU SA’s general manager, Bennie van Zyl, says individuals and social institutions must stand together against any encroachments on private property: todayJuly 25, 2024 5
insert_link South Africa AfriForum Criticizes South Africa’s Water Security Plans for Lack of Infrastructure Renovation In South Africa, AfriForum says the Department of Water and Sanitation’s water security and sanitation service delivery plans will be futile if concrete plans for renovating municipal distribution networks are not included. Currently, the department has 14 major national water resource infrastructure projects valued at more than 100-billion-rand, which are in different stages of implementation around the country. AfriForum’s, Marais de Vaal, says the department’s current plan does not offer […] todayJuly 25, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa South African President has promised an ongoing review of the executive’s size as the democracy matures The South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa has promised an ongoing review of the executive's size as the democracy matures, to ensure effective governance. While the executive's size is under scrutiny, the focus remains on sustainable growth and strategic reforms. Ramaphosa addressed the Presidency's budget vote debate and urged strong central government coordination to tackle challenges. He says the impact of reforms shows the Presidency's vital role in driving development and […] todayJuly 25, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa S.A’s President announced that the Infrastructure Fund will explore new approaches to blended financing for projects In S.A, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the Infrastructure Fund will explore new approaches to blended financing for infrastructure projects. This initiative aims to boost rapid and inclusive economic growth, create jobs, reduce poverty, and foster a just society. Meanwhile... EFF leader Julius Malema has reiterated his call for the reduction of cabinet and do away with deputy ministers. Cabinet has increased to 32 ministers from 30 and there are […] todayJuly 24, 2024 5
Paying it forward: Kenyan coastal doctor Bashrahil Mohammed Mafudh has made it his life’s work to care for the most vulnerable in his community, at no cost.
