Lee-Yandra Paulsen, Author at Voice of the Cape

NUM raises alarm over retrenchments amid mining sector struggles

The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) has raised serious concerns about ongoing retrenchments in the mining sector, as several companies issue Section 189A notices toward the end of the year. These layoffs leave workers facing a bleak festive season and an uncertain New Year. Mining and Labour expert Mamokgethi Molopyane clarified that these retrenchments are not new but are part of a longer-term trend. “The retrenchments have been taking place […]

30 December 2024

Local

ConCourt declares Cape Town’s emergency housing policy unconstitutional

The Constitutional Court issued a landmark ruling last week in the Bromwell Street case, upholding the Bromwell family’s appeal and declaring the City of Cape Town’s emergency housing programme unconstitutional. Disha Govender, attorney and Head of the Ndifuna Ukwazi Law Centre, highlighted the significance of the ruling for vulnerable communities in Cape Town. “It means that the most vulnerable in our communities can no longer be completely shoved to the […]

24 December 2024

Local

Local government urges responsible waste disposal to keep Cape Town beaches open

As summer arrives in Cape Town, the city’s beaches become bustling hubs of activity. To ensure a pleasant experience for everyone, the City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has urged residents and visitors to dispose of waste responsibly. Mayoral Committee Member for Water and Sanitation, Zahid Badrodien, emphasized efforts to prevent sewer overflows that could lead to beach closures. "We’ve been proactive in cleaning pump stations and pipes […]

23 December 2024

International News

3 World Food Program workers killed in attack in Sudan

Three UN workers from the World Food Program (WFP) were killed in an overnight attack on their office in Sudan’s Blue Nile state, the Sudanese government said on Friday, Anadolu news agency reported. According to a statement issued by the Sudanese Foreign Ministry, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) informed it that the WFP office in the Yabus area, near the Ethiopian border, was shelled last night, […]

21 December 2024

Local

Ramaphosa approves full implementation of BELA Act

President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially approved the full implementation of the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Act. Speaking during a signing ceremony at the Union Buildings in Pretoria this past September, Ramaphosa announced a temporary three-month delay for implementing two contested clauses. This pause aimed to provide room for deliberations within the Government of National Unity (GNU) on reconciling differing views regarding the clauses. Ramaphosa’s approval marks the resolution of […]

21 December 2024

Local

Heinz Park activist brings joy to madrassa kids, this school holidays

This weekend, several children attending madrassa in Heinz Park will be treated to a day of festive cheer, thanks to community activist Moegamat Mohammed. Mohammed shared more about the initiative: “This time of the year, places are closing, and for the kids, we’re taking them out for the day to say shukran for attending madrassa on Thursday nights and Sunday evenings. It will be a beach day on Saturday, giving […]

19 December 2024

Local

Western Cape adds 940 officers for festive crime crackdown

As part of its holiday crime prevention strategy, the Western Cape has welcomed 940 additional officers, part of the 2,700 new police recruits recently graduated from various police colleges nationwide. These recruits aim to bolster efforts to curb criminal activity during the festive season. Llewellyn Macmaster, Chair of the Cape Crime Coalition, commented on the reinforcements, saying, “I think given the reality, it is not enough. On the other hand, […]

19 December 2024

News

SA-Mozambique ministers address border disruptions and trade

A South African ministerial delegation held a joint inter-ministerial meeting with their counterparts from Mozambique, followed by a press conference on Wednesday. Minister of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), Ronald Lamola, described the meeting as a reflection of strong bilateral cooperation between the two nations. “This important meeting between friendly and fraternal neighbouring countries is reflective of the very good levels of bilateral cooperation between our two countries. The meeting […]

18 December 2024

News

Malema predicts GNU collapse and EFF faces election setbacks

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has expressed scepticism about the longevity of the Government of National Unity (GNU). Malema warned, “If Ramaphosa does not sign the Bela Bill, then those people of the ANC are going to remove him. And if they don’t remove him now, there will be a new president in 2027 who will be anti-GNU.” Political analyst Dirk Kotze offered insight into Malema’s recent manoeuvres, […]

18 December 2024

Lee-Yandra Paulsen

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