insert_link South Africa SA’s REAL411 Warns Against Election Misinformation, Calls for Vigilance South Africa's REAL411 cautions against potential misinformation ahead of the elections, emphasizing the threat of disinformation to democracy. The organization advises citizens to carefully assess the credibility of news sources. In collaboration with major platforms such as Google and TikTok, the Electoral Commission is working to counter misinformation and reaffirms its commitment to democratic processes. REAL411 advocates for proactive measures against disinformation and urges political parties to refrain from spreading […] todayFebruary 28, 2024 20
insert_link South Africa The DA in Gauteng says it is concerned that liquor licencees are struggling to submit their applications to the Gauteng Liquor Board The DA in Gauteng says it is concerning that restaurants, bars, and tavern owners who need liquor licences are struggling to submit their applications to the Gauteng Liquor Board. This is reportedly due to load-shedding and a faulty generator. The DA’s Patrick Atkinson, says they have been reliably informed that there is a backlog of 600 applications at the Gauteng Liquor Board. todayFebruary 27, 2024 31
insert_link South Africa The South African Medical Association has called for an increase in the salaries of state doctors The South African Medical Association has called for an increase in the salaries of state doctors. The association says doctors in public clinics and hospitals earn far less than their counterparts in the private sector. Health economist Sandile Mhlongo supports this call, adding that pay equality will help address imbalances. todayFebruary 27, 2024 31
insert_link South Africa South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Naledi Pandor, Affirms Commitment to Peace at UN Human Rights Council Addressing the 55th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, Minister Naledi Pandor stated that South Africa remains unwavering in advocating for international peace and security. Emphasizing the importance of inclusive dialogue and peaceful political settlements, she expressed deep concern over the lack of respect for life and livelihood observed in Gaza since the seventh of October attack. todayFebruary 27, 2024 39
insert_link South Africa Rise Mzansi Marches to South Africa’s Union Buildings, Advocates for Unemployed Healthcare Workers South Africa's Rise Mzansi, joined by hundreds of unemployed healthcare workers, took to the streets in a march to the Union Buildings, submitting a memorandum that underscores the challenges healthcare professionals face in securing employment. The Department of Health's recent announcement of a 3.7-billion-rand budget allocation for additional staff recruitment served as a backdrop to the demonstration. Rise Mzansi Gauteng convenor, Tebogo Moalusi, strongly asserted that it is deemed unacceptable […] todayFebruary 27, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa SA’s Electoral Commission Reviews uMkhonto weSizwe Party Registration Amidst ANC Legal Challenge The South African Independent Electoral Commission has officially stated that the registration of the uMkhonto weSizwe party is currently undergoing scrutiny by the Electoral Court. The African National Congress is actively contesting the registration, aiming to have it nullified and deemed unlawful. Concurrently, the ruling party is engaged in a trademark dispute with the MK party, citing logo similarities. Janet Love, the deputy chairperson of the Independent Electoral Commission, emphasized […] todayFebruary 27, 2024 5
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s ANC launches election manifesto – AP explains The African National Congress, which has governed the country since Nelson Mandela became South Africa's first democratically-elected president in 1994, is set to launch its election manifesto in KwaZulu-Natal on Saturday. todayFebruary 24, 2024 18
insert_link South Africa Cape Town Mayor Condemns 540-Million-Rand Funding Cut in National Budget Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis strongly condemns a 540-million-rand cut in national funding to the city over the next two years. The reduction is part of nationwide cuts announced by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana in the national budget speech on Wednesday. Hill-Lewis expresses concern that Cape Town will receive 52-million-rand less than forecasted in last year's national budget for infrastructure grants related to housing, basic services, and informal settlement upgrading. todayFebruary 23, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa South African Trade Unions Strongly Oppose Potential Job Losses at Anglo American Platinum The South African Federations of Trade Unions expresses strong opposition to the anticipated job losses at Anglo American Platinum (Amplats). Amplats has initiated a section 189A process that may lead to the retrenchment of 3,700 employees, aiming to reduce costs by five billion rand. Saftu’s spokesperson, Trevor Shaku, decries Amplats' plans to retrench workers, asserting that it is driven by a desire to maximize profits, which is deemed unacceptable. todayFebruary 23, 2024 22