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The eThekwini Municipality has launched a new fleet of cars designed for employees with disabilities, promoting inclusivity and accessibility in the workplace.
Maynardville Festival has set a new standard for inclusivity by introducing full accessibility for deaf and hard-of-hearing audiences.
A nurse's viral TikTok videos of twerking on disabled patients have sparked outrage and led to her arrest, facing up to 20 years in prison for her shocking behaviour.
Quick action key to stroke prevention, warns top Durban surgeon during national stroke week
About 19 patients from the the Vutlhari Old Age and Disability Centre, in Sekgosese, Limpopo, has been moved to other facilities following the uncovering of violations of human rights for people living with disabilities and inhumane living conditions.
Fani Tsela, Conty Lebepe Foundation’s spokesperson, described the conditions at the centre as akin to the “Life Esidimeni saga, Round Two, in Limpopo Province”.
The mini festival was to highlight that inclusivity begins early in the education system and to introduce the Basic South African Sign Language (SASL) to hearing learners from Grade 5.
Today, all the women in South Africa, regardless of race or age, enjoy freedom and equal rights thanks to the bravery, activism, and sacrifices of the generation of 1956.
The newly crowned Miss SA 2024, Mia le Roux recently received her new car, a Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupé.
A crowdfunding campaign has been started in support of a Deaf Rugby Sevens star from Bonteheuwel who sustained a horrific injury during an international competition.
South Africans have lauded her for her authenticity and dedication to making a difference in society.
Miss South Africa 2024 Mia Le Roux makes history as first deaf winner
The 28-year old newly crowned Miss SA, Mia Le Roux took over the reign from Natasha Joubert on Saturday night at SunBet Arena with the Mowana Crown.
The 31-year-old man lifted his foster sister from where she was sleeping, as she woke up, he undressed her and raped her.
The Life Esidimeni tragedy, which resulted in the deaths of over 100 mental health patients in Gauteng Province, highlights severe lapses in South Africa's healthcare system and the government's failure to uphold constitutional rights for the mentally ill.
Nozipiwo Magabuko, 51, who is wheelchair bound was slapped with a notice for disciplinary action after her director is alleged to have bullied, harassed and assaulted her.
Discover the surprising numbers behind South Africa’s special vote registrations, both locally and beyond.
Western Cape Department of Social Development MEC Sharna Fernandez has called for continued efforts in championing the rights of people living with disabilities in the province as Disability Rights Awareness Month comes to an end.
International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3 serves as a platform to raise awareness, challenge misconceptions, and advocate for the rights and well-being of people with disabilities.
Depending on the severity of the disability, research showed that some individuals were unlikely to still be employable.
OPINION: Empowering all abilities is the perfect equaliser in society as it gives people of different abilities a moment to be seen, heard and appreciated, writes Mawande Ndongeni.
The Standing Committee on Petitions has raised concern over the fact that in the current sixth legislative term, 51% of all adopted petitions were RDP-related.
The former Sassa officials recruited members of the public to apply for disability grants even though they had no disability.
Belgium Campus believes everyone should receive an equal opportunity to pursue their dreams and ambitions.
The DA has proposed legislation that would permit guide dogs and service animal owners to access both public and private areas.