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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

South Africa

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DA Proposes Public Naming of Extortion Offenders in South Africa

    In South Africa, the DA calls for the public naming and shaming of high-profile extortion offenders to improve accountability and transparency. The party unveiled its five-point anti-extortion plan to protect businesses, reduce crime and restore safety in communities. The DA’s Dianne Kohler Barnard says publicising offenders’ identities would serve as a deterrent and signal a firm stance against corruption:  

todayNovember 22, 2024 19

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NamRA Warns of Rising Counterfeit Tax Certificates Locally

  The Namibia Revenue Agency has issued a warning about the circulation of counterfeit Tax Good Standing Certificates, which are being used in various processes, including public procurement. NamRA has identified 42 cases of fraudulent certificates, with 13 of these escalating into criminal investigations. As of March 2023, nine arrests have been made related to the issue. The agency urges the public and taxpayers to be vigilant in verifying the […]

todayNovember 22, 2024 10

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South Africa’s Rise Mzansi Warns Against Misuse of Public Funds Amid National Disaster Declaration

South Africa's Rise Mzansi has warned against the misuse of public funds following the declaration of foodborne illnesses as a national disaster. These illnesses have already claimed 22 lives with a total of 890 cases reported. Rise Mzansi spokesperson Mabine Seabe has urged Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa, to set up systems that prevent politicians and officials from looting public funds during the disaster:  

todayNovember 22, 2024 15

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In South Africa: Grade R Learner Dies After Snack Incident in Soweto

  S.A's Gauteng Education Department has confirmed the death of a Grade R learner from Dumezweni Primary in Diepkloof, Soweto, while three other learners were taken to hospital with similar symptoms after consuming snacks. Department spokesperson Steve Mabona says MEC Matome Chiloane has expressed condolences to the family and wished the sick learners a speedy recovery:   Meanwhile, the City of Tshwane has initiated a spaza shop registration outreach across […]

todayNovember 22, 2024 14

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South Africa classifies foodborne diseases as a national disaster

South Africa’s National Disaster Management Centre has declared a national disaster due to an increase in foodborne illnesses caused by poor food safety practices. Following 890 reported cases of foodborne illnesses, mostly in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal, the declaration mandates a multisectoral relief plan. The country’s Health minister Aaron Motsoaledi.  

todayNovember 21, 2024 25

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ActionSA Gauteng Youth Forum Calls for Transparency in Spaza Shop Permit Process

  ActionSA Gauteng Youth Forum demands transparency and accountability from municipalities in issuing permits to spaza shop owners and vendors. President Cyril Ramaphosa has instructed spaza shops and vendors to register their businesses within 21 days, a move aimed at addressing the deadly foodborne illness outbreak in the country. ActionSA’s, Mologadi Modiba, says all applications made within the 21-day timeframe and beyond must be made public for scrutiny:  

todayNovember 21, 2024 19

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In S.A The GOOD Party Welcomes Inflation Drop, Highlights Need for Long-Term Economic Solutions

    In S.A, the GOOD Party welcomes the cooling of inflation, saying this brings some relief to all South Africans. Consumer inflation dropped to 2.8-percent in October, the lowest level since June 2020. This marks a significant decrease from the 3.8-percent in September, driven primarily by a sharp month-on-month decline in fuel prices. GOOD’s secretary-general, Brett Herron, says citizens urgently need an economy that will create long-term jobs, and […]

todayNovember 21, 2024 13

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South Africa’s Home Affairs Dismisses 18 Officials in Anti-Corruption Crackdown

S.A's department of Home Affairs has dismissed 18 officials for various offences including fraud, corruption, and sexual harassment. These officials were involved in issues like granting fake identity documents, illegal marriage registrations, and improper visa approvals. Four others received warnings. Minister Leon Schreiber says these actions reflect the department's ongoing crackdown on corruption, with criminal charges to follow where necessary:  

todayNovember 21, 2024 19

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S.A Union Urges Reserve Bank for Bigger Repo Rate Cut

  South African Union federation Cosatu urges the South African Reserve Bank to implement a larger-than-expected repo rate cut to help ease the financial strain on workers. Following the decrease in inflation to 2.8-percent in October, the federation believes a more significant rate reduction, beyond the anticipated 25 basis points, is needed to alleviate the burden on over-indebted households. Cosatu’s Zanele Sabela says high interest rates have forced workers to […]

todayNovember 21, 2024 19

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