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The following debate speech was delivered in parliament today by Bridget Masango MP: Honourable Chairpersons The Portfolio Committee on Social Development missed another GOLDEN opportunity to protect South Africa’s children, going directly against the central purpose of the Children’s Act – to ensure that the Child’s best interest is paramount in all we do – …
The following debate speech was delivered in parliament today by Dr Dion George MP: Thank you, Chairperson. Our economy is not growing and South African households are battling a government induced cost of living crisis that has left 81% of households unable to put enough food on their tables. 5 million children are starving, according …
To coincide with “Kids Round” in the BKT URC, Cardiff Rugby fly-half Tinus de Beer has been talking about his sporting hero when he was growing up. Given that De Beer is South African, the identity of his role model may come as something of a surprise. “Because of the blond hair, it was probably …
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Fund to invest in SA's creative, cultural industries announced
The Marketing, Advertising, and Communications (MAC) Sector Council, in collaboration with eQvest Limited, has announced the Media, Advertising, and Communications Charter (MACC) Fund.
The MACC Fund is positioned as a transformative instrument within South Africa’s creative and cultural industries, particularly the film and television sector.
The council and eQvest made the announcement during a media briefing at The Syrene Hotel in Sandton, Johannesburg, on Wednesday.
Council members, together with eQvest executives, highlighted the fund’s role in fostering social impact and its compliance with Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) standards in the MAC sector.
According to the team, the MACC Fund represents a significant step forward in catalysing growth and transformation within the media, advertising and communications industry.
By fostering diversity and inclusivity, the fund seeks to create a more equitable playing field, empowering underrepresented voices and promoting innovation.
Chairperson of the MAC Sector Council, Angelo Tandy, hailed the collaboration with eQvest as a significant milestone in their endeavour to foster meaningful progress in the industry.
“The MACC Fund represents a powerful tool for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we are excited to see the impact it will have on the sector,” Tandy explained.
Hosted on the eQvest funding platform, the fund represents a pioneering initiative to bridge the gap between promising private companies and potential investors, driving economic empowerment and fostering diversity within the media landscape.
eQvest CEO, Nathaniel Bricknell, said his company was thrilled to collaborate with the MAC Sector Council in launching the fund.
“This initiative underscores our shared commitment to driving positive change and fostering innovation within the media, advertising, and communications industry. Together, we will work towards a more inclusive and equitable future,” Bricknell added.
By leveraging a unique private-public partnership model, the initiative aims to boost investment into areas critical for national development.
It also includes social cohesion, nation-building and poverty alleviation, above-the-line media, outdoor media buying, equipment purchasing, as well as infrastructure development.
The partnership recognised that the local industry falls short of global counterparts such as Hollywood, Bollywood and Nollywood in terms of production volume and market share.
This shortfall is often due to insufficient private sector investment and the underuse of available incentives, including tax allowances for film investors.
The MACC Fund was created as a critical response to these challenges, providing focused investment and support to promote equitable growth, bolster sectoral capabilities, and guarantee a unified strategy for transforming the landscape of these industries.
The MAC Sector Council is a leading authority in the media, advertising, and communications industry, dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and innovation.
Comprised of industry leaders and experts, the council works collaboratively to address key challenges and opportunities facing the sector. The council is responsible for, among other things, overseeing the implementation and monitoring compliance with the council’s code.
It also guides on matters relating to BEE in the MAC sector and develops baseline indicators for all different elements of the B-BBEE.
The eQvest is a pioneering investment platform committed to driving positive change and fostering innovation in the private equity space.
With a focus on sustainability and social impact, eQvest connects investors with high-potential investment opportunities, driving growth and transformation across various sectors.
For more information on the fund visit https://maccfund.co.za. – SAnews.gov.za
Gabisile
Thu, 05/09/2024 - 12:59
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DMRE hosts Battery Energy Storage bidders' conference
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy will today host a bidders' conference in respect of Battery Energy Storage (bid window 3) under the Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (BESIPPPP).
The department launched a third Request for Proposal (RFP) under the Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (IPPPP), calling for the procurement of 616 MW of new generation capacity from battery energy storage technologies.
“The third battery energy storage bid window calls for 616 MW (2464 MWh) battery energy storage capacity and ancillary services in line with the power system service requirements as set out by the system operator. The procurement round will procure five storage facilities that are located within the Free State province,” said the department.
The new bid window was released on 28 March 2024 in accordance with the Ministerial Determinations made under the 2019 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP2019).
“In support of this significant milestone in the IPPP programme, and to engage with potential bidders and other energy sector stakeholders, the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE), and the Independent Power Producers Office, will host a virtual bidders' conferences on Thursday, 9 May 2024,” said the department.
The conference will allow all stakeholders to engage with members of the DMRE and IPP Office on queries or clarification questions in relation to the released RFP.
Hosted on an e-platform, it further aims to provide more information on the qualifying criteria and bid submission requirements.
The conference is open to any interested parties of the BESIPPPP BW3 Programme. Stakeholders can register at the following link: conference registration.
Further queries can be sent to events@ipp-projects.co.za or query@ipp-storage.co.za. – SAnews.gov.za
Janine
Thu, 05/09/2024 - 09:42
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President to engage Northern Cape residents on various issues
President Cyril Ramaphosa will today lead government’s interaction - in the form of a District Development Model Presidential Imbizo - with communities and stakeholders within the John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality in the Northern Cape.
Themed "Leave No One Behind", the 12th Presidential Imbizo promotes participatory democracy and inclusive development by allowing community members and stakeholders to voice proposals and express any concerns or dissatisfaction they may have about conditions in the district or province.
The official programme is expected to get underway at 11am at the Batlharos Sports Ground.
According to the Presidency, the John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality is a rural district municipality which comprises three local municipalities - Ga- Segonyana, Joe Morolong and Gamagara.
“Mining, tourism, manufacturing and agriculture and forestry are key economic drivers in the district,” the office said in a statement.
The imbizo is directed at enabling successful implementation of the “One District, One Plan” District Development Model in which residents, traditional leaders, business formations, organised labour and faith- and community-based organisations work with government across all phases of planning, implementation, and evaluation.
In March, residents of Emalahleni, in Mpumalanga, had the opportunity to engage the President on the pressing matter of service delivery, among other issues.
Read I Communities have their say at Imbizo
There have been various build-up outreach activities led by all three spheres of government in parts of the district municipality and across the Northern Cape.
Ahead of the community engagement, President Ramaphosa will meet with the Northern Cape Provincial Executive of the House of Traditional and Khoi-san Leaders. – SAnews.gov.za
Janine
Thu, 05/09/2024 - 10:01
It’s World Cocktail Day on 13th May. The perfect excuse to expand your cocktail horizons, have some spirit-forward fun… perhaps with a dash of ANGOSTURA® aromatic bitters. Cocktails have been raising our spirits for more than two centuries now. The first printed definition of the modern cocktail was recorded on 13th May 1806, when editor …
The three South African teams still in with a chance of reaching the Vodacom United Rugby Championship playoffs will all have one objective – winning – in mind when they take the field in the third-last pool round this weekend. The Vodacom Bulls and DHL Stormers will want to keep alive their hopes of finishing …
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In our fast-paced world, convenience often trumps sustainability. One glaring example of this is the widespread use of disposable coffee cups. While these cups offer a convenient solution for our on-the-go caffeine fix, their impact on the environment is significant and concerning. In this article, we’ll delve into the environmental issues posed by disposable coffee …
Parking lots in Cape Town’s city centre should be used for affordable housing, says Ndifuna Ukwazi
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In 2014, National Treasury told municipalities to spend 8% of the value of property, plant and equipment on repairs and maintenance, but Joburg has not managed that once since then and for five years spent only 2% or 3%. JoburgCAN, an initiative of OUTA, is gravely concerned over the budget allocations for the maintenance of …
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Fabulous Woman Awards is thrilled to announce that nominations across all categories are now open, ready to honour agents of change making a difference in communities throughout South Africa. Celebrating its twelfth year, and themed Ethical Leadership, the annual Fabulous Woman Awards are back and will again shine the spotlight on outstanding women in the …
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Sewing co-operatives delivered thousands of school uniforms to learners in need, but the department is disowning them
A coalition against mining in the Mabola Protected Environment want “scandalous” and “irrelevant” claims struck from court record
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