insert_link South Africa Build One South Africa Warns Eskom’s 36% Tariff Hike Could Endanger Low-Income Households Build One South Africa says Eskom’s proposed 36-percent electricity tariff increase could force low-income households to turn to unsafe energy alternatives, putting their health and safety at risk. The party has deployed representatives to energy regulator, Nersa’s public hearings nationwide to express their opposition to the increase. BOSA spokesperson, Roger Solomons, argues the tariff increase will exacerbate inequality and threaten the survival of small businesses: todayNovember 20, 2024 19
insert_link South Africa Build One South Africa Labels Job Crisis Critical And Outlines Five-Year Plan for Job Creation Build One South Africa has called the job crisis in the country critical, highlighting the alarming 11.57 million unemployed South Africans, as revealed by the latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey. Spokesperson Roger Solomon emphasized that nearly half of the youth aged 15 to 34 are jobless. The party has proposed a five-year plan aimed at creating two million new jobs to address this growing issue. todayAugust 14, 2024 15
insert_link South Africa Build One South Africa Calls for Public Access to National Sexual Offenders Register Build One South Africa has launched a nationwide petition calling for the national register of sexual offenders to be made public and easily accessible. The party argues that the current process for accessing the register, which involves a 150-rand fee and a six-week wait, obstructs transparency and accountability. Speaking to Newzroom Afrika, BOSA deputy leader, Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster believes that public access is vital for community safety and for deterring sexual […] todayAugust 13, 2024 30
insert_link South Africa Build One South Africa Urges Action on Unemployment Crisis Ahead of State of the Nation Address Build One South Africa plans to host an event outside City Hall in Cape Town, rallying the unemployed just before the State of the Nation address. Party leader Mmusi Maimane and deputy leader Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster will be present to amplify the voices of the unemployed. BOSA spokesperson Roger Solomons calls on President Cyril Ramaphosa to address the escalating unemployment crisis and announce effective interventions to stimulate the economy. todayFebruary 7, 2024 22
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Electoral Commission Prepared for Voter Registration Weekend The Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa has declared its readiness for the upcoming voter registration weekend. A total of 23,303 registration stations will be operational from 8 AM to 5 PM, providing citizens with the opportunity to register or verify their details. Notably, the voters' roll has achieved a historic milestone, surpassing 27 million. Chief Electoral Officer Sy Mamabolo credited the success to the online registration platform, which facilitated […] todayFebruary 1, 2024 11
insert_link South Africa Build One South Africa Advocates for Removal of Police Minister Bheki Cele Amidst July 2021 Unrest Fallout Build One South Africa calls for the removal of Police Minister Bheki Cele, citing police and intelligence failures during the July 2021 unrest. The South African Human Rights Commission’s report reveals communication breakdowns, insufficient resources, and technological limitations, leading to a week-long breakdown of law and order in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal. BOSA argues that Cele's removal is crucial to restoring public trust and credibility in the police force. The party […] todayJanuary 31, 2024 10
insert_link South Africa Build One South Africa is set to launch a public petition demanding the removal of Basic Education minister Build One South Africa is set to launch a public petition demanding the removal of Basic Education minister Angie Motshekga and the abolishment of the 30-percent matric pass mark. As schools open and the matric results loom, BOSA says Motshekga has failed to deliver equitable education. Party leader Mmusi Maimane contends the 30-percent pass mark undermines the intellect of the youth and perpetuates mediocrity. He calls on concerned citizens to […] todayJanuary 18, 2024 19
insert_link South Africa Build One South Africa welcomes the Constitutional Court’s decision to lower the signature requirement for independent candidates Build One South Africa welcomes the Constitutional Court’s decision to lower the signature requirement for independent candidates to one-thousand, initiating signature collection for the elections next year. The court ruled the current Electoral Act, passed by Parliament this year, meets constitutional muster. Although respecting the decision, the party has expressed disappointment, believing it favours established political parties. BOSA commits to advocating for electoral reforms post-election, aiming for a constituency-based system, […] todayDecember 5, 2023 5