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La Ronde: a provocative exploration of sex and power at the Baxter
La Ronde is set to ignite The Baxter Studio this winter with a daring new production that explores themes of sex, power, and longing through a chain of encounters between ten diverse characters, promising an emotional and thought-provoking experience
Midvaal Municipality shines at Salga audit awards with five prestigious accolades
Midvaal Local Municipality's exceptional financial management has earned it five prestigious accolades at the Salga annual municipal audit awards, showcasing its commitment to excellence and setting a benchmark for others in the 2023/24 financial year.
Relief for new asylum seekers
The Western Cape High Court has ruled against unconstitutional practices that denied asylum seekers access to the asylum system, affirming South Africa's commitment to international refugee law.
Western Cape High Court declares asylum seeker detention unconstitutional
The Western Cape High Court has ruled against unconstitutional practices that denied asylum seekers access to the asylum system, affirming South Africa's commitment to international refugee law.
Judgment on asylum seekers: South Africa's legal obligations under the Constitution
The Western Cape High Court has ruled that the detention and deportation of new asylum seekers in South Africa is unconstitutional, affirming the country's obligations under international law to protect individuals fleeing persecution.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE NEW EMPLOYMENT EQUITY ACT REGULATIONS
Designated employers with 50 or more employees must align their EE plans with these targets to ensure equitable representation. Non-compliance could result in hefty penalties of up to R1. 5 million or 2% of annual turnover. It is crucial to note that over 200 employees have already faced Labour Court for prior violations.
Consumer rights and the implications of buying a ‘non-runner’ vehicle
A recent court ruling highlights the complexities of consumer rights when purchasing a vehicle sold as a 'non-runner'. This article explores the implications of the Consumer Protection Act in such cases.
Bogus Gauteng 'doctor' loses VW Polo for fraudulent scheme
A Gauteng man, posing as a doctor, has been arrested for defrauding victims through a fake pharmacy scheme. His assets, including a VW Polo, are now subject to forfeiture as authorities pursue justice.
SCA orders Minister to enforce air quality regulations in the Highveld
The Supreme Court of Appeal has mandated the Minister of Environmental Affairs to implement air quality regulations in the Highveld Priority Area, following a legal challenge by environmental groups over the government's failure to address severe air pollution affecting residents' health.
Supreme Court of Appeal orders Minister to enforce air quality regulations in the Highveld
The Supreme Court of Appeal has mandated the Minister of Environmental Affairs to implement air quality regulations in the Highveld Priority Area, following a legal challenge by environmental groups over the government's failure to address severe air pollution affecting residents' health.
Sale-leaseback agreements not credit deals, rules Supreme Court in landmark case
The Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled in favour of a trust accused of disguising loan agreements as property sales, leaving homeowners without their properties despite claims they only intended to secure cash loans. The landmark ruling addresses whether sale-and-leaseback arrangements can legally circumvent credit regulations.
Battle for transparency: DA takes Lesufi to Information Regulator over secret reports
The Information Regulator has launched an investigation into Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi's refusal to release 177 forensic reports on alleged corruption worth millions. The DA claims Lesufi is protecting corrupt officials while preaching transparency, pointing to leaked documents showing 'widespread corruption' in the provincial government.
Please, don’t call me moffie: Zubayr Charles' bold exploration of queer identity
Zubayr Charles' one-man show, Please, don’t call me moffie, makes its debut at Suidoosterfees, exploring the struggles of queer identity among Coloured gay men in Cape Town. Through a powerful narrative inspired by real-life events, Charles aims to spark empathy and challenge societal norms.
Battle for transparency: DA takes Lesufi to Information Regulator over secret reports
The Information Regulator has launched an investigation into Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi's refusal to release 177 forensic reports on alleged corruption worth millions. The DA claims Lesufi is protecting corrupt officials while preaching transparency, pointing to leaked documents showing 'widespread corruption' in the provincial government.
Joburg plans to expropriate private property for Usindiso Building redevelopment after deadly fire
The City of Johannesburg is planning to redevelop the Usindiso Building block, where 76 people died in a fire last year. The municipality may use the new Expropriation Act to acquire privately-owned properties in the area if owners are unwilling to sell, with plans to create affordable rental housing that could house four times the previous population.
Joburg plans to expropriate private property for Usindiso Building redevelopment after deadly fire
The City of Johannesburg is planning to redevelop the Usindiso Building block, where 76 people died in a fire last year. The municipality may use the new Expropriation Act to acquire privately-owned properties in the area if owners are unwilling to sell, with plans to create affordable rental housing that could house four times the previous population.
Electoral Commission's strike limitation sparks legal battle
The Johannesburg Labour Court examines Nehawu's challenge against the Electoral Commission's restrictions on strike action during critical election periods
Court ruling highlights citizen issues for stateless children in South Africa
A Gauteng high court ruling has addressed the plight of a stateless child born to refugee parents, highlighting the implications of the Citizenship Amendment Act in South Africa
Electoral Commission's strike limitation sparks legal battle
The Johannesburg Labour Court examines Nehawu's challenge against the Electoral Commission's restrictions on strike action during critical election periods
Eastern Cape bans school liquor licences in major education reform
Eastern Cape Education Department orders immediate cancellation of school liquor licences, declaring all educational institutions alcohol-free zones. The unprecedented move aims to create safer learning environments and brings unauthorized licence holders under scrutiny.