insert_link South Africa DA Raises Alarm Over Overburdened Social Workers in South Africa Where the DA says it is concerning that social and auxiliary social workers are forced to handle an average of 100 cases each month, about 40 more than the ideal caseload. This is due to budget constraints hampering the filling of critical posts. The DA’s, Bridget Masango, says as of 30 June 2024, the Department of Social Development had only 44-thousand-525 social workers, and nine-thousand-652 child and youth care auxiliary […] today22 November, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics In S.A, BetterBond has welcomed repo rate cut In S.A, BetterBond has welcomed the 25 basis point repo rate cut to 7.75-percent. Head of Sales, Bradd Bendall, says slowing inflation is fostering a more favourable lending environment, by continuing the rate-cutting trend. Bendall says the decision provides relief for homeowners burdened by rising bond costs since November 2021. BetterBond reports a 30-percent jump in home loan activity in October, signalling a property market recovery: Meanwhile, still in […] today22 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa 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: today22 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa 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 […] today22 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa 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: today22 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa 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 […] today22 November, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical 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. today21 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa 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: today21 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa 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 […] today21 November, 2024
