Road Traffic Management Corporation to investigate tragic Musina mine worker crash
The Department of Transport said that the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has been tasked with conducting an investigation to establish the cause of the crash that claimed the lives of 22 mine workers in Limpopo and provide a preliminary report. Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga said that the loss of so many lives and injuries among the working class leaves a permanent blow on the socio-economic well-being of the country, and families and loved ones lose breadwinners and are torn. . .
SAPS investigating police vehicle transporting prisoners
The police are investigating a culpable homicide case following a vehicle collision on Monday (October 23) on the M1 near the Athol Oakland off ramp.
Hosting SAMAs will benefit KZN’s economy
KwaZulu-Natal’s Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs says that by hosting the SA Music Awards they stand to make more than R63m.
East Coast of Africa gas very pure, ‘ideal for world’s energy needs’
This was an insight shared at a panel discussion on the role of African gas at the AOW Investing in African Energy event being held in Cape Town this week
UN Chief concerned about spillover as Israeli-Palestine conflict escalates
UN SECRETARY-General António Guterres has raised concern over the escalating conflict in Israel and Gaza and stressed the need to prevent the violence from spreading into the wider regionAccording to a UN statement, the Ministry of Health in Gaza said at least 830 Palestinians have been killed and 4 250 injured, while Israeli media have announced that 1 000 Israelis, including foreign nationals, were killed and at least 2 806 people injuredThe statement further noted that over a tenth of the p. . .
Africa Oil Week focuses on maximising natural resources
AOW, which started on Monday, will serve as a crucial platform for global leaders
AfriForum hails victory for recreational water users
AfriForum said that in its presentation, the civil rights organisation will strongly object to the proposed regulations as they not only trample on recreational water users’ established rights, but also amount to a gross overreach of government power.
Mental Health challenges influenced by factors – National Science and Technology Forum
A study published in 2022 revealed widespread mental health challenges in South Africa, influenced by factors like adverse childhood experiences (ACE), socio-economic status, geography, age, marital status, and education levels.
Minister Lindiwe Zulu highlights child poverty concerns and child support grant review report
Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu said that the Child Poverty and the Child Support Grant (CSG) Review Report will ensure a brighter future for all children. According to the department, 13 million children are CSG recipients to the value of R510 a month per child. According to the report, over a quarter of South Africa’s children under five are stunted – too short for their age due to chronic undernutrition.
SAPS intensifies efforts to combat crime by targeting alcohol-related offences
The South African Police Service (SAPS) asserts that if police constantly combat the illicit sale and consumption of alcohol in communities, the SAPS can strengthen its efforts to combat crime and make communities safer. According to a SAPS statement, alcohol plays a major role in violence and is a major crime driver in South Africa.
Mashatile says there is a constant need for evolution in education
Deputy President Paul Mashatile said that there is a need for education policy to constantly evolve, in order to ascertain that children and youth are provided with the best quality of teaching and learning.
Health department official Popo Maja’s case postponed to next year
The Pretoria Specialised Commercial Crimes Court has postponed the case against the National Department of Health Senior official, Joseph Themba Popo Maja, 63, to February 13, 2024 for a trial date. National Prosecuting Authority regional spokesperson, Pretoria division, Lumka Mahanjana, said Maja is facing two counts of corruption worth R15 000.
Solidarity say they will hold office bearers accountable if NHI is implemented
Trade Union organisation Solidarity says it plans to fight against the planned National Health Insurance implementation. The organisation said that they have told parties involved that should they decide to proceed with the NHI, they will request a cost order against them in person in the court process against the NHI.
BRICS Future Skills Challenge showcases innovation and talent across five nations
This year’s BRICS Future Skills Challenge covered topics like Robotic Process Automation (RPA), agri IOT, cyber security, data science, and mobile app development, to name a few. Following a rigorous judging process, the top 15 competitors from Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa pitched their concepts in a Dragon’s Den set-up, with five experts on the panel for each area deciding on the winning concept.
SACP says that SA must find ways to buy oil directly from Venezuela and Russia at discounted prices
Mapaila was addressing the SACP’s Red October Campaign 2023 launch on Sunday in Phuthaditjhaba.
Hairdressing Occupational Certificate is now a fully funded programme at Tvet Colleges
It’s an industry estimated to be valued around R25 million, with an estimated 3 000 Caucasian hair salons and about 34 000 Afro salons in the country.
Man of 54 sentenced for raping 12-year-old
The accused was a tenant at the complainant’s home.
‘Back to the City’ stage set for the talented Trallavelle Twins
Rising hit-makers and hip hop lyrical magicians Trallavelle Twins are heading to this year’s “Back to the City” event in the heart of Newtown at Mary Fitzgerald Square aiming to show that two is truly better than one.
Public Works and Infrastructure department warns of job scams
The department said that as the festive season drew closer, fraudsters were increasing their unscrupulous methods to trick unsuspecting South Africans into parting with their hard earned money.
UCT report shows more funding is needed to support older persons in SA
The economic value of the support to older persons in South Africa has grown. However, it has not been increased sufficiently to meet the needs of a growing older population, nor has it been adequately linked to inflation, a report released on Sunday by UCT’s Family Caregiving Programme (FCP) has found.
Spring is snake season warns the City of Ekurhuleni
The City of Ekurhuleni has warned communities to be on the look out for snakes as they slither out of hibernation
DA launches registration campaign in Joburg CBD
The DA has launched its 2024 Voter Registration Campaign along Bree Street in the Joburg CBD, where the party flighted the first of its registration posters and unveiled its registration slogan: “Register to Rescue SA”. Leader John Steenhuisen yesterday said the party chose that location in particular because no other city so appropriately, and so tragically symbolised the state of rubble, smoke and debris that South Africa has been reduced to after nearly 30 years.
Kenya hospital becomes first in Africa to join CaReMe Global Alliance
Landmark collaboration set to improve outcomes for patients with cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic diseases
R&B making a comeback on the continent
Rhythm and Blues is making waves as a genre in Africa, according to Spotify, and it has undergone a notable resurgence across the continent, with an average year-on-year growth of 133% on the platform. According to Spotify, R&B in Africa is a testament to the adaptability and creativity of African musicians.
Israel is an apartheid state, says the Anglican Church
Makgoba said that they are not opposed to the Jewish people but to the policies of Israeli governments, which are becoming ever more extreme.