insert_link South Africa Survey Reveals Growing Concern as Professionals Consider Emigration from South Africa The South African Inclusive Society Institute survey underscores a worrisome trend of professionals departing the country due to limited opportunities, with nine percent expressing a desire to emigrate. CEO Daryl Swanepoel emphasizes the urgency of addressing economic challenges to retain talent and counter the growing inclination towards emigration among young people. The findings highlight the need for swift action to bolster the economy and retain skilled individuals within South Africa. todayFebruary 6, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa AFCON: Semi-final with Nigeria will be tough – South Africa legends Neil Tovey and Mark Williams, key figures when South Africa won their lone Africa Cup of Nations title, believe defeating 2024 semi-finals opponents Nigeria will be "tough". Bafana Bafana (The Boys) and the Super Eagles meet in the central Ivory Coast city of Bouake on Wednesday with a place in the February 11 final on the line. Nigeria are favourites for several reasons, including a perfect past record […] todayFebruary 6, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa South African Health Minister Pledges Support for Medical Professional Employment SA's Health Minister Joe Phaahla commits to employing medical professionals, including doctors completing community service, emphasizing efforts to fund vacant positions in underserved areas. With 564 medical officer posts filled since October, additional advertisements are planned. Despite funding constraints, the minister highlights a steady increase in health professional employment and calls for a review of the current system to enhance funding and reduce workload pressures. The commitment reflects ongoing efforts […] todayFebruary 6, 2024 4
insert_link South Africa SA President Ramaphosa Emphasizes Just Energy Transition for a Sustainable Economy at Mining Indaba SA's President Cyril Ramaphosa asserts the government's commitment to a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy through the Just Energy Transition Investment Plan. Speaking at the 30th Investing in African Mining Indaba, he highlights the crucial role of the mining sector in this transformative journey. The plan aims to cultivate new industries, support green economy livelihoods, and encourage collaboration between the government and social partners. President Ramaphosa urges the mining industry to actively […] todayFebruary 6, 2024 24
insert_link Entertainment Tyla wins Grammy award for Best African Music Performance South African music sensation Tyla Seethal has won a Grammy for Best African Music Performance for her hit song 'Water', which has become a global hit, edging out Nigeria's Burna Boy, Davido, and Ayra Starr. The BBC reports that last year, Water became a widely popular global summer anthem, propelling it to smash records on streaming platforms and dominate charts like the Billboard Hot 100. todayFebruary 5, 2024 137
insert_link South Africa Gauteng Police Arrest 57-Year-Old Man for Interfering with Foreign VIP Motorcade Gauteng police have apprehended a 57-year-old man on charges of allegedly disrupting a motorcade transporting a foreign VIP dignitary to Lanseria International Airport. Police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe reported that the man had been cautioned by traffic officials and police escorting the VIP convoy to steer clear, but he purportedly disregarded the warnings. Despite multiple warnings, the individual attempted to enter the motorcade, leading to his arrest after police intercepted […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 25
insert_link South Africa DA Leader Celebrates Initial Victory Against ANC’s Race Quotas Act DA leader John Steenhuisen expresses satisfaction as the party, in collaboration with civil society partners, achieves an initial triumph in their ongoing opposition to the ANC's Race Quotas Act. Steenhuisen notes that Employment and Labour Minister Thulas Nxesi has been compelled to release revised draft regulations for the implementation of the Employment Equity Amendment Act, commonly referred to as the Race Quotas Act, signed into law by President Cyril Ramaphosa […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 10
insert_link South Africa South African marriage ruling is a win for divorcees and surviving spouses: it guides the sharing of their assets By Waheeda Amien, University of Cape Town South Africa’s Constitutional Court has fundamentally changed the country’s marriage law, making it fairer to people who are married “out of community of property” when their marriages end. In these marriages, the estates of spouses are kept separate. They do not combine what they own into a joint estate. The change applies to people who got married after 1 November […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa ANC President Criticizes DA-Run Tshwane Municipality Over Prolonged Water Crisis in Mamelodi Phase Four ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa has taken aim at the DA-run Tshwane Municipality, denouncing its failure to address the prolonged water challenges faced by residents in Mamelodi phase four. Some residents have endured a water shortage for over two weeks, prompting criticism from the ANC leader. Tshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink previously attributed the issue to illegal informal settlement connections into the water systems.During a voter registration campaign in Mamelodi, Ramaphosa expressed […] todayFebruary 5, 2024 35