The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) and the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in addressing the growing health risks associated with air pollution. The agreement brings together environmental and public health experts to enhance research, policy
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has launched the second phase of its National Investigative Hearing into South Africa’s food systems, building on evidence gathered during the first round of hearings held in March. The inquiry aims to determine whether the country is fulfilling its constitutional obligation to ensure
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s appointment of Yusuf Cassim as Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training has drawn both praise and criticism. While many supporters have welcomed the decision, citing Cassim’s experience and long-standing involvement in the education sector, the appointment has also triggered a wave of Islamophobia on social media.
Exposure to indoor air pollution and tobacco smoke during pregnancy could significantly increase the risk of adverse birth outcomes, including premature delivery, restricted fetal growth and breathing difficulties in newborns, according to new research conducted by paediatricians at the University of Cape Town (UCT). The study highlights the ongoing threat
By Odwa Bafana Mkentane Four people were shot in two separate taxi-related incidents in Strand and Kleinvlei within hours on Tuesday. Western Cape police are investigating two counts of attempted murder following a suspected taxi-related shooting on the R102 near Eerste River. Two men were injured after gunmen allegedly opened
Police are investigating the murder of a 42-year-old man who was allegedly beaten to death by a mob in Forest Village, Eerste River, following claims that he had kidnapped and raped a three-year-old girl. Authorities have strongly condemned vigilantism, stressing that justice must be pursued through the legal system. Separate
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says South Africa is not legally responsible for repatriating foreign nationals, stressing that the obligation lies with their respective home countries. Speaking on government’s response to migration and border management, Ntshavheni said South Africa’s role is to support neighbouring countries when assistance is requested.
The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) and the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) have renewed their commitment to improving services for grant beneficiaries following their first formal meeting in more than a year. The engagement focused on strengthening cooperation between the two organisations to ensure grant beneficiaries
The City of Cape Town is proposing amendments to its Municipal Planning By-law that would give neighbouring property owners and other interested parties greater access to approved building plans, in a move aimed at improving transparency around development and land use. The proposed changes, which are open for public comment
VOC became the first Muslim radio station in South Africa when a special events license was granted to the station in Ramadan/January 1995. Subsequent temporary broadcast licenses were granted, permitting the station to broadcast for 24 hours.
