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During his time as the City of Cape Town’s human settlements mayoral committee member, Malusi Booi was vocal about crimes, including extortion, that were wreaking havoc on construction sites. In February 2023, referring to a housing project, he said: “The City condemns in the strongest terms any attempts of intimidation, interference or attacks on City …
Headed by Bryan Torien, BREAKING BOUNDARIES BUILDING BRIDGES (BBBB) tackles some of the challenges experienced by homeless people and children in informal settlements and gangster-ridden communities, such as Mannenberg. Andre Vlok one the the foremost experts in conflict resolution is coming to Cape Town on 23rd September to teach children in gang-ridden areas how to …
Transnet works to curb shipping delays
The Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has enhanced its ability to curb shipping and cargo-handling delays caused by long waves that impact vessels berthed at its ports, thanks to the delivery of six more hydraulic shore tension units destined for the ports of Cape Town and Ngqura.
From the 52 units procured by TNPA in September 2023, this batch brings the total number of mooring units delivered to 12 and adds to the eight that were installed in the Cape Town and Ngqura ports prior to this acquisition.
In a statement on Tuesday, Transnet said the timely delivery solidifies the execution of the Transnet Recovery Plan, which aims to improve operational efficiencies and increase the value of service to customers.
Shipping and cargo handling operations at the Cape Town and Ngqura ports are often impacted by strong winds reaching 35 to 50 knots and high sea swells exceeding 3.5 meters.
Such inclement weather conditions cause operational and safety disruptions leading to delays in vessel movements.
A hydraulic tension mooring unit is a system placed on the quayside to ensure the safety of docked vessels by mitigating the severity of long-wave effects on vessels. The benefits include minimised downtime and safety incidents during operations.
“The introduction of the shore tension units at the Port of Cape Town has significantly improved our vessel operations,” said National Operations Manager at CMA CGM South Africa, Leon Reddy, commenting on the delivery as one of the shipping lines that are benefiting from the installed shore tensions.
“With the ability to keep our vessels stable and secure alongside the berth, we have seen a notable reduction in vessel movement and ranging.
“This has resulted in increased container productivity and reduced port stay times, leading to improved overall efficiency and reduced costs. We support TNPA's initiative to invest in additional shore tension units and look forward to continued cooperation to enhance port operations," he said.
TNPA has procured 52 shore tension units with an allocation of 16 units for the Port of Cape Town with six delivered, 14 for the Port of Durban, eight for the Port of Port Elizabeth, six for the Port of Ngqura with all six delivered, four for the Port of Saldanha and four for the Port of Richards Bay.
The phased delivery of the rest of the units will be completed by early 2025.
TNPA is responsible for the safe, effective, and efficient economic functioning of the national port system, which it manages in a landlord capacity.
It provides port infrastructure and marine services at the eight commercial seaports in South Africa – Richards Bay, Durban, Saldanha, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, East London, Mossel Bay and Ngqura. – SAnews.gov.za
Edwin
Tue, 09/17/2024 - 10:53
Following the best season of his career, which included his first sub-28-minute 10km at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K in May and a third Olympic appearance in August, Elroy Gelant now has his sights set on making history at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K on National Heritage Day, Tuesday, 24 …
By Lorne Philipot British Airways will triple its frequencies between London Heathrow and Cape Town International Airport. The London-based airline will offer three daily flights from London’s largest airport to Cape Town for the Southern Hemisphere summer. The carrier currently operates a daily service from London Heathrow to Cape Town. Starting at the end of …
Jozi runners and the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series Team together with event sponsors and partners will unite at a rewarding ‘City Clean-Up’ at Absa Towers West on Saturday, 21 September 2024, between 08:30 – 10:00 in the buildup to the 7th annual Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K, South Africa’s biggest Heritage Day celebration. …
Social workers have become the latest target for criminal syndicates demanding cash “as a protection fee” in Cape Town. “In Delft, they tell us if you want to go out (and) be safe, give us money,” Annemie van Reenen, chief director of service delivery, management and coordination in the Western Cape Department of Social Development, …
Seal Point, Cape St Francis – It is time for the final event of the Rip Curl GromSearch Series presented by Sea Harvest. The tournament is the culmination of a year-long series that has taken place at various venues along our coastline, including Long Beach in Cape Town, Nahoon Reef in East London, Dairy Beach …
Cape Town, September, 17, 2024: September is World Suicide Prevention Month, a time to talk about a challenging topic that many avoid. In South Africa, it’s estimated that one person dies by suicide every hour. This heartbreaking statistic affects families, friends, and entire communities nationwide. The Seriousness of Suicide in South Africa South Africa has one …
City of Cape Town says it currently has no budget, but is committed to fixing the library
Labour Court to rule on Friday over Golden Security guard strike at Heideveld Day Hospital in Cape Town
Head coach Ioan Cunningham has named the 30-strong squad to represent Wales at WXV2 in South Africa in September and October. Wales will face Australia, Italy and Japan in three Test matches across three weekends in Cape Town. Centre Hannah Jones will captain the squad based around the side that beat Spain 52-20 in Cardiff …
On Friday, 13 September 2024, the Western Cape Minister of Mobility, Isaac Sileku, attended the memorial service for the eleven people who died in the bus on Van Rhyn’s Pass, two weeks ago. At the time, Minister Sileku and the Provincial Minister of Local Government, Environmental Affairs, and Development Planning, Anton Bredell, visited the scene …
START In support of World Cleanup Day, join the Two Oceans Aquarium Trash Bash team at Monwabisi beach and do your bit for the ocean! This is your chance to unite with individuals and organisations around the world, who are grabbing their gloves and buckets with the mission of cleaning up plastic from our beaches. …
SA increases recycling capacity
South Africa is increasing its recycling capacity for the management of plastic waste and eliminating plastic pollution, says Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Bernice Swarts.
“There are various activities aligned to the fight against plastics pollution and marine litter,” Swarts said on Monday in Cape Town during the International Solid Waste Association World Congress.
South Africa has a combination of voluntary approaches aimed at tackling plastic pollution to the plastics industry, coupled with improved household and community waste disposal and the creation of the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes.
In 2020, government introduced the Extended Producer Responsibility Regulations which called for EPR schemes for plastic packaging and electrical and electronic equipment amongst other prioritised products.
This circular economy and EPR initiatives have resulted in the formation of five registered extended producer schemes that support plastic waste collection and recycling.
The EPR Regulations aim to influence product design to take environmental considerations into account and are currently being implemented for paper, packaging and some single use products, lighting, electrical and electronic products.
“South Africa is also implementing product design regulations on prioritised plastic products. Recyclate content is a regulated requirement for prioritised plastic products as part of improving circularity,” Swarts explained.
In 2023, government put a restriction of a minimum of 50% recycled content as part of the product design measures for plastic carrier bags. The intention is that by 2027, plastic carrier bags and black refuse bags should be made from 100% recycled material.
“The Extended Producer Responsibility Regulations are a critical element of the considerations that are part of the international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, currently being negotiated.
“The International Solid Waste Association should remain resolute, in thought leadership by conducting specialists’ studies that will assist and inform negotiating positions at the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) on Plastic Pollution and including the environment.
In 2022, South Africa supported the development of an internationally legally binding instrument to combat plastic pollution at the Fifth Session of the United Nations Environment Assembly.
“The fiscus is under a lot of pressure here in South Africa and across many other countries and thus the role of the private sector in reducing the burden and shouldering some of the responsibility is key.
“Political will and commitment has seen the translation of the polluter pay principle into operational policies that create a conducive environment for private sector investment in waste management,” the Deputy Minister said. -SAnews.gov.za
nosihle
Mon, 09/16/2024 - 15:02
Springbok Women performance coach Swys de Bruin has made two changes to the starting team that will face Spain at DHL Stadium in Cape Town on Thursday, and three tweaks to the bench from their comprehensive victory over the Barbarians just over a week ago. Libbie Janse van Rensburg and Azisa Mkiva have been promoted …
Government activities for the week 16 – 20 September
On Monday, 16 September, Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Bernice Swarts officially opens the International Solid Waste Association World Congress at the Cape Town International Convention Centre.
On Tuesday, 17 September, the Commission for Gender Equality in the Eastern Cape province will hold a stakeholder engagement to discuss findings and recommendations contained in its investigative report on “State of maternity and neonatal healthcare in the Eastern Cape”.
The Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) Expo and Air Show takes place from 18 – 22 September.
On Wednesday, 18 September, The Meta for Government Summit, a collaborative endeavour by Meta in partnership with the Ministry in the Presidency and the GCIS, takes place from 9am to 4pm at the Killarney Country Club in Johannesburg.
Also on Wednesday, Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Sindisiwe Chikunga will deliver the opening remarks at the Eurasian Women’s Forum under the theme: “Women for Strengthening Trust and Global Cooperation”.
On Thursday, 19 September, Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Sindisiwe Chikunga leads a BRICS Ministerial Meeting for Women’s Affairs in Russia.
Janine
Mon, 09/16/2024 - 12:52
The event aimed to counter discrimination and stigma
The 2024 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series will reach an exciting conclusion on National Heritage Day (Tuesday 24 September 2024) as 11 500 runners take to the streets of Johannesburg for the iconic Absa RUN YOUR CITY JOBURG 10K. To ensure a seamless race day experience, event organisers are urging participants to make use of …
Fagrie Isaacs (former lead singer of the Boyz ) has been selected by the Concert promoters SMH (who brought Shakatak & Robin S to Cape Town in 2023 and Peaches & Herb in June 2024 ) to open for Atlantic Starr on 28th Sept at Grand Arena ,GrandWest. Expect a hot hit filled evening with …
Western Cape social development department had to spend R20-million on overtime to double-up social workers operating in high-risk areas
MAGGI is thrilled to introduce its “Cook The Difference” campaign which aims to inspire home cooks across South Africa to unlock their culinary potential. By emphasizing the versatility of MAGGI products, the campaign encourages consumers to prepare fresh, flavourful, and sustainable meals that reflect their personal taste and values. MAGGI’s objective is to guide consumers …
Shortly after 07:00 on Wednesday morning, 11 September 2024, two traffic inspectors from the Western Cape Mobility Department participated in the arrest of an alleged abalone poacher on the R316 near Caledon. The inspectors were patrolling the road when they saw a suspicious grey Mercedes-Benz driving at a high speed. The inspectors immediately pulled the …
Selected service points of the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) will now be open on Saturdays for the rest of September, Cape {town} Etc reports. According to a government statement, the decision to extend operating hours at UIF service points was taken due to an increased demand for real-time services. It follows an interim indictment issued …