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

CAPE TOWN

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City of Cape Town’s Safety and Security Directorate’s draft budget for the 2024/2025 financial year is out for public comment until the end of the month

The City of Cape Town’s Safety and Security Directorate's draft budget for the 2024/2025 financial year is out for public comment until the end of the month. The Directorate's draft capital budget is just under 363-million-rand. Mayoral committee member for Safety and Security, JP Smith, says the directorate has a good track record of expenditure, investment, and delivery, both in the enforcement and emergency services environments.  

todayApril 22, 2024 25

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S.A Minister of Higher Education to deliver keynote speech at this year’s Skills Development Facilitators’ Conference in Cape Town

S.A Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Blade Nzimande, will deliver the keynote speech at the 2024 Skills Development Facilitators' Conference in Cape Town this week. The department's spokesperson, Veli Mbele, says the two-day event aims to enhance the professional skills of facilitators and training officials. The conference will cover organisational development plans, skills administration, promoting learning cultures, and understanding SETA Sector Skills Plans:  

todayApril 22, 2024 14

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World Travel Market Africa 2024 Showcases Namibia’s Tourism Diversity

The World Travel Market Africa 2024, taking place from today until April 12th, is poised to be a major event in the tourism industry, drawing travel professionals from across the globe to Cape Town. The Namibia Tourism Board's Flora Quest is among the participants, spotlighting Namibia's diverse and rich offerings to the global audience. She has this update.  

todayApril 10, 2024 40

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George Municipality in the Western Cape, South Africa, says disaster management services are on standby

The George Municipality in the Western Cape, South Africa, says disaster management services are on standby to attend to any emergencies. This as more heavy rainfall with possible flash flooding is expected in the municipality today. Courtnay and Hope Streets in the George Central Business District are currently flooded. The municipality’s spokesperson, Ntobeko Mangqwengqwe, says motorists are warned to drive with caution: ENG NtobekoonHeavyRains

todayApril 9, 2024 34

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Cape Town Residents Outraged by Plans to Relocate Illegal Occupants from Railway Line

Residents of Ward 109 in Cape Town, South Africa, are expressing outrage over the plans of the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa  to relocate illegal occupants from the central railway line to Macassar. Prasa intends to relocate 5,195 households encroaching on the rail reserve in two phases. The agency has invested 643 million rand in rehabilitating the railway infrastructure. Ward 109 councillor, Peter Helfrich, has criticized Prasa and the […]

todayApril 3, 2024 27

Africa

Cultural wealth can drive economic growth in African cities

  By Bonface Orucho, bird story agency   With the right policies, African cities hold immense potential to drive significant economic growth by capitalizing on their rich cultural heritage and harnessing the creativity of their youthful populations, according to a new report. “Africa’s urban landscapes are not just repositories of heritage and tradition; they are dynamic centres of innovation, awaiting the right policies to support unlocking their full potential,” the […]

todayMarch 25, 2024 25

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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 12

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Green Point “Tent City”: Homeless camp’s days are numbered

People have been occupying this site in Green Point for more than five years. It sprung up during the Covid pandemic when many people lost their jobs. Text by Matthew Hirsch and photos by Ashraf Hendricks via GroundUp For weeks the homeless community in the tent camp near the tennis courts in Green Point have been holding their breath, awaiting eviction. At one time there were about a hundred people living […]

todayFebruary 20, 2024 8

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Namibia

Namibia’s Abundant Mineral Wealth and Renewable Resources Spotlighted at ‘Investing in Africa’ Mining Indaba

Namibia's Consul General in Cape Town, Selma Nghinamundova, representing Mines and Energy Minister Tom Alweendo, emphasized the nation's significant mineral wealth during the 'Investing in Africa' Mining Indaba. She underscored Namibia's standing as a key player in the global market for sought-after minerals, including lithium, graphite, cobalt, and rare earth metals crucial to green technologies. Nghinamundova also highlighted Namibia's rich natural wind and solar resources.

todayFebruary 8, 2024 16

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