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Winter brings with it a desire to snuggle up in the comfort of our homes. Fireplaces, gas and electric heaters, electric blankets, and hot water bottles become our trusted companions during these chilly months. And, of course, many of us rely on generators and inverters to keep the heat turned up when the power’s out. …
Umhlanga, KZN – June 2024: Brown Sugar Oceans, KZN’s illustrious high-end and hybrid lifestyle restaurant, proudly marks one year of its successful journey in the realms of business, fine dining, exceptional hospitality, and entertainment. Since its grand opening in June 2023, Brown Sugar Oceans has rapidly become KZN’s ultimate destination for opulent dining experiences curated …
Winter calls for a visit to the Kruger National Park. In addition to the wild-life encounters, the area offers ample activities and places to explore. Odele van der Merwe, General Manager of ANEW Resort Hazyview Kruger Park shares her five best activities: 1. Skyways Trails: Go on an exhilarating zipline adventure with Skyways Trails, offering …
The Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara is thrilled to announce an exceptional photography exhibition showcasing the work of acclaimed South African documentary and fine art photographer, Mathew Willman. Titled “The Vic Victoria Falls Collection”, this exhibition will run from 8 June to 17 June 2024, providing a rare and in-depth visual journey …
Layla Arrison is tackling stereotypes and scoring big in the hard-hitting world of rugby. Recently, she made waves as the first English female commentator for SuperSport, debuting at the electrifying Singapore Sevens Rugby Tournament on World Rugby Day. Layla’s journey from a rugby-loving girl to a groundbreaking commentator is a thrilling story of passion, grit, …
Then have a look at these one liner jokes that you could try out on your Sparky of choice. Looking at the list Straton Electrical has highlighted this one; “What do you call a group of electricians? A power grid.” as being particularly clever. So here goes: The electrician was not a fan of marriage. …
Emerging lyricist Philip Myburgh, in collaboration with a group of talented artists, releases “Let Us Sing” from his highly anticipated album, “The Dance of the Footnote.” Following the release of the first two tracks, “Sinani” and “Mama wam” – the collection features 20 carefully crafted songs, with “Let Us Sing” promising to resonate with a …
The effects of the $45-billion pay package offered to the Tesla boss will be felt across the world
Pretoria, Gauteng – Moreleta Service Centre, an RMI-approved car service and repair centre with over 25 years of experience, shares valuable insights on how to identify engine troubles early. With a commitment to keeping vehicles running smoothly and reliably, the experts at Moreleta Service Centre offer their professional advice on recognizing the warning signs of …
Diagnosed with breast cancer a decade ago, Cindy van Wyk (56) has transformed from a survivor into an inspirational thriver. As a proud PinkDrive Ambassador, she eagerly looks forward to sharing her story with thousands of runners and walkers at the Totalsports Women’s Race this August. “This year, I celebrate 10 years of gratitude and …
Alwyn Uys, a 33-year-old wheelchair athlete from Stellenbosch, is not just a testament to overcoming adversity but also an inspiration to many. Once an avid rugby player for Maties University and the Sharks Academy, Alwyn’s life took a dramatic turn on December 13, 2014. A momentary lapse while driving led to a severe car accident, …
Celebrity psychologist and international speaker Charissa Bloomberg has a history of applying her skills in the engineering, mining, and construction industries. Here, she shares her approach, from initial needs analysis to the human element that should never be underestimated. Bloomberg, known for her guest appearances across radio and TV stations, has a passion for integrity …
World Ocean Day (8 June) takes centre stage at the conservation-focused Ocean Festival running Scottburgh on the KZN South Coast from 6 to 9 June 2024. Event organisers have just released the full Ocean Festival programme with events for all ages touching on themes of ‘Engagement, Education, and Economics’. “What started as a single World …
They staged a sit-in strike over unpaid employee share ownership scheme funds. But the company says they do not qualify yet.
Futurepreneurs creates exciting business opportunities for young South Africans The Futurepreneur Academy, launched in 2021, is an initiative between FUTURELIFE® and Afrika Tikkun Services (ATS) that is financially empowering young South Africans. It offers a learnership programme that equips budding entrepreneurs with the training, skills and expert guidance to build and accelerate their businesses, selling …
3 Ways to improve your gut health Struggling with gas, bloating, or constipation? Feeling tired, or anxious? Suffering from inflammatory skin conditions like eczema All these could be signs of an unhealthy gut. According to Bianca Jonischkeit, FUTURELIFE® dietitian, if the bacterium in your gut is unbalanced, you could experience several symptoms that can disrupt …
As an entrepreneur, you’ve put in the hard work getting your business off the ground. Now that it’s showing a profit, it’s time to think about dividends, and getting a return on your investment. But where to start, and what about tax implications? Let’s start with the basics. When a company makes profits, they can …
Celebrating a woman’s accomplishments in the evolving business landscape In a world where female entrepreneurship is gaining momentum, Jacqueline van Rooijen, Business Growth Consultant and Director at Ycagel exemplifies resilience and innovation. Marking seven years in business, she shares the key principles that have contributed to her success, offering practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in …
In today’s digital age, storytelling has found a new and vibrant platform through podcasting. As Nicolas Regisford, founder of the SA Podcast and Music Festival shares, I’ve witnessed firsthand the explosive growth of this industry, particularly in South Africa. The space is so attractive and enticing to content creators, we now need to work the …
Banks paid out hefty bonuses, though performance targets were not met
Millennials love adventure and exploration and have been dubbed the ‘Wanderlust Generation’. Based on recent research, travel has emerged as one of the top aspirations of this generation, revealing they travel more than any other age group. Rather than traditional investments such as buying a home, millennials value holidays more, which also helps to achieve …
In light of the ongoing economic challenges faced by South African consumers, including the cost of living crisis, persistent inflation, and high interest rates, Damian Baker, Head of Cloud Accounting at financial consultancy firm Outsourced CFO, shares vital strategies for navigating these turbulent times. With the South African Reserve Bank maintaining a cautious stance on …
President assents to law Bill criminalising hate crimes, hate speech
President Cyril Ramaphosa has given his approval to the Preventing and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill, which criminalises hate crimes and hate speech.
The law also outlines the prosecution process for individuals who perpetrate these offences.
“This legislative measure gives effect to South Africa’s obligations in terms of the Constitution and international human rights instruments concerning racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance, in accordance with international law obligations,” the Presidency explained in a statement on Thursday.
According to the statement, the Constitution sets out certain basic values, including human dignity, the achievement of equality and the advancement of human rights and freedoms and non-racialism and non-sexism.
The Bill of Rights, in Section 9 of the Constitution, prohibits direct or indirect unfair discrimination against anyone on the grounds of race, gender, sex, pregnancy, marital status, ethnic or social origin, colour, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, conscience, belief, culture, language and birth.
“The Bill of Rights gives everyone the right to dignity and gives everyone the right to freedom and security of the person, which includes the right to be free from all forms of violence from either public or private sources.”
The President’s Office explained that the new Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Act provides for the prevention of hate crimes and hate speech, effective enforcement measures, and the gathering and recording of data on hate crimes and hate speech.
“A hate crime is committed if a person commits any recognised offence under any law that is motivated by prejudice or intolerance based on one or more characteristics or perceived characteristics of the victim, as listed in the legislation or a family member of the victim.”
The definition of the crime, the Presidency said, extends to offences targeting the victim’s association with or support for a person with one or more of the listed characteristics or a group of persons who share these characteristics.
“The offence of hate speech applies to any person who intentionally publishes, propagates, advocates, shares or communicates anything to one or more persons in a manner that could reasonably be construed to demonstrate a clear intention to be harmful or to incite harm and to promote or propagate hatred based on defined grounds.
“The law also makes it an offence when speech material is intentionally distributed or made available in electronic communication, and the said person knows that such electronic communication constitutes hate speech.”
However, the law does not consider actions undertaken in good faith during engagement as part of hate speech.
These actions include artistic creativity, performance or other form of expression; academic or scientific inquiry; and fair and accurate reporting or commentary in the public interest.
It also excludes interpretation and articulating or espousing of any religious conviction, tenet, belief, teaching, doctrine or writing that does not advocate hatred or constitutes incitement to cause harm.
The law also contains directives on training and other measures to be undertaken by the South African Police Service (SAPS) and the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) to ensure effective processing of the newly defined crimes. – SAnews.gov.za
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Cape Town, South Africa – In a strategic move that marks a significant milestone in the digital marketing landscape, Ruby Digital, South Africa’s premier digital marketing agency, has announced its acquisition of web development house, WeDev.Africa. This acquisition reaffirms the Ruby Digital Group’s commitment to digital innovation and its AI transformation. Founded in 2011 by …