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DWS priorities completion of bucket eradication projects

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DWS priorities completion of bucket eradication projects

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) says it will prioritise the completion of the remaining delayed Bucket Eradication Programme projects in the Northern Cape and the Free State.

Briefing the media on the department’s plans and priorities for the 2024/25 financial year on Monday, Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina said of the 33 projects which formed part of the programme in the Free State, 26 have been completed (eradicating approximately 32 000 buckets).

“Approximately 10 000 buckets remain to be eradicated in the seven incomplete projects. Of 30 projects which formed part of the programme in the Northern Cape, 29 are completed (eradicating approximately 12 000 buckets), and 596 buckets remain to be eradicated in the one incomplete project,” Majodina said.

However, the Minister acknowledged that the programme will not result in the eradication of the “undignified” and “repugnant” bucket system altogether from the South African landscape. This is because the programme only focuses on eradicating buckets in certain towns in certain provinces, where they were identified in 2012.

She said since then, and on an ongoing basis, other municipalities elsewhere have introduced buckets systems in formal and informal settlements.

“The eradication of buckets is therefore a moving target. In order to address this, Cabinet has recently approved a National Sanitation Framework which will provide the basis for the department to issue new national minimum norms and standards for sanitation which will prohibit the use of the bucket system in both formal and informal settlements,” Majodina said.

Working together with the Water Research Commission, the department is developing new safe, dignified, on-site and non-sewered sanitation systems.

“These solutions will use much less water than water-borne sewered sanitation systems, which is necessary in a water scarce country such as South Africa. Such systems will need to be implemented by municipalities.”

Strengthening partnerships

The Minister added that the Ministry of Water and Sanitation will continue to collaborate with all sectors, especially the private sector, to contribute to resolving the country’s water and sanitation challenges.

This is in line with President Cyril Ramaphosa’s call to strengthen collaboration and social compacts with the private sector, labour, civil society and government.

In addition to partnerships with mining houses for water supply projects, the department is also facilitating partnerships between the private sector and municipalities, through its Water Partnerships Office, which was established in collaboration with the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) and the South African Local Government Association (SALGA).

This includes finalising plans with the eThekwini, Mangaung, Buffalo City, Nelson Mandela Bay, and Tshwane municipalities to mobilise private sector finance for the replacement of leaking municipal water distribution pipes which are resulting in high levels of non-revenue water.

Water Services Amendment Bill 

Meanwhile, the department will shortly be presenting the Water Services Amendment Bill to Cabinet for approval for it to be submitted to Parliament.

Majodina noted that despite the high level of support provided by the department to the municipalities, the municipal water and sanitation services continue to decline.

She said the Amendment Bill provides for the introduction of an operating license system for Water Services Providers, to enable Water Services Authorities to ensure that their providers have a minimum level of capability to provide water and sanitation services that meet national norms and standards.

“The amendments propose that this should be done through the introduction of an operating license requirement for Water Services Providers, to ensure that they have a minimum level of competency.

“The Bill also introduces measures to enable the national department to take regulatory action against municipalities which do not comply with national minimum norms and standards for water services,” the Minister said. – SAnews.gov.za

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Government activities for the week 05 – 09 August 2025

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Government activities for the week 05 – 09 August 2025

On Monday, 05 August, Ministry of Water and Sanitation to brief media on departmental plans and priorities for 2024/25 at the Birchwood Hotel, Boksburg.

On Tuesday, 06 August, Minister Blade Nzimande addresses 32nd General Assembly of the International Astronomy Union in Cape Town. Also on Tuesday, the National Treasury launches the Money Smart Week South Africa 2024.

On Tuesday, 06 August the Department of Employment and Labour holds joint Employment Equity advocacy workshops in partnership with the CCMA kick off in the North West province. 

On Wednesday, 07 August, the Department of Employment and Labour holds joint Employment Equity advocacy workshops in partnership with the CCMA.

Also on Wednesday, 07 August through till Saturday, the Basic Education and Sport, Arts and Culture departments host the 2024 ABC Motsepe South African Schools Choral Eisteddfod, at the Rhema Bible Church in Randburg.

Thursday, 08 August, no confirmed events.

Friday, 09 August, Women’s Day will be commemorated nationally by all South Africans.

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Wendy Houses from Wendys Online

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Work opportunities and training for unemployed people, says North West Premier

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Work opportunities and training for unemployed people, says North West Premier

Youth empowerment will be one of the apex priorities of the seventh administration, says North West Premier Lazarus Mokgosi.

He announced on Friday that the provincial government was working towards implementing the Labour Activation Plan that will result in 27 000 work opportunities and training to unemployed people with the focus being the youth. 

“Through the National Youth Service Fund, we will implement training and skills development opportunities that will benefit over 1 200 young people at the Departments of Public Works and Roads, Social Development, Human Settlement as well as Arts, Culture Sports, and Recreation,” he told the media. 

Mokgosi was speaking during the Provincial Annual Media Day launch in Mahikeng.

Currently, he said, the administration is investigating a new model for the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) to ensure that this programme assists young people with various skills.

The Victor Thebe Sifora Provincial Bursary Scheme will also be resuscitated and that the grant will fund no less than 100 students for the 2025 academic year.

Service delivery

The Premier acknowledged that the province was confronted with many challenges and said they would work hard to “speedily” resolve them.

Mokgosi highlighted the Accelerated Service Delivery Programme - Thuntsha Lerole - which he believes has proven to be an important instrument in expediting the provision of services in municipalities.

“We are ramping up the programme with the implementation of phase four whose focus will be on accountability to allow members of the public to give feedback and report cases of bad or lack of service delivery.

“As mentioned during the address last week, the Executive Council will not hesitate to intervene in any municipality if the situation requires such intervention. There are promising signs of improvements in several interventions already being implemented across municipalities,” he explained.

The province was also working around the clock to create economic opportunities for its citizens as they attend to service delivery concerns. 

Through the Special Economic Zone (SEZ), they have so far garnered investment commitments to the tune of R164 billion that will create over 5 000 jobs. 

He said they will be rolling out three mega infrastructure projects in water, sanitation, and road infrastructure in the City of Matlosana, J.B Marks and Maquassi Hills local municipalities. 

These projects will cost R19 billion and are expected to create over 60 000 work opportunities targeted at the youth and women.

In addition, through the Growth and Developmental Strategy (GDS), Mokgosi said they will initiate the North West Development Fund (NWDF) in partnership with the private sector.

“The setting up of the fund will be arranged in a way that will ensure good governance principles are adhered to whilst ensuring that there are as few impediments as possible to ensure seamless delivery of programmes and projects.” 

He announced that the fund will help resuscitate the province’s ailing tourism sector particularly, provincial parks as well as the refurbishment of the George Dick Montshioa and Pilanesberg Airports. 

Media Day

The Premier announced that a Media Day will be held annually after the Premier’s State of the Province Address (SOPA) to communicate developmental initiatives of the administration as well as interventions on various socio-economic challenges such as unemployment, poverty and income inequalities afflicting our communities.

His Office will also hold quarterly media sessions to report progress registered in attending to several challenges, remedial action plans and achievements.

“The media plays an important role in keeping our communities abreast of key government programmes that are primarily aimed at changing the lives of our people for the better.

“We affirm and fully support the independence of the media to hold government accountable as enshrined in our Constitution.” – SAnews.gov.za

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Annual Sea Point Promenade Photographic Exhibition opens for entries

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Orms, known to Cape Town’s creative community as the one stop destination for all things photographic and creative, is calling for entries for its 5th Annual Sea Point Promenade Photographic Exhibition Competition. Every year, this open-air curated group exhibition – hosted by Orms in collaboration with Canon and SJ Artists – thrills promenade visitors, who …

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Have your say! The V&A Waterfront is calling on members of the public to crown their top eatery or store – and stand a chance to win!

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At the water’s edge, where visitors from near and far gather for an unparalleled retail experience, public opinion is paramount. The V&A Waterfront would not be the inclusive, accessible neighbourhood it is without the support of its visitors, which is why this year’s new Neighbourhood Retail Tenant Awards are turning to the people who matter …

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Gauteng residents urged to use water sparingly

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Gauteng residents urged to use water sparingly

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is pleading with residents in Gauteng to practice and maintain water conservation efforts, despite the Integrated Vaal River System (IVRS) holding steady. 

According to the DWS, this week, the Vaal Dam, which forms a key part of the IVRS, is currently at 49.7%, down from 50.5% the previous week. 

“Comparatively, during the equivalent period last year, the dam boasted a higher capacity of 90.1%.”

However, the IVRS is currently stable at 81.0%, a drop from last week’s 81.5%. 

Last year at this time, the department said, it was at a “more satisfactory” 96.0%. 

“This high level of the IVRS will ensure a sustainable supply of water to Gauteng residents.”

Meanwhile, the water level at Grootdraai Dam experienced a slight decrease from 85.3% to 84.4% this week, compared to its capacity of 91.9% last year.

Bloemhof Dam, a significant reservoir, also experienced a minor decrease in water levels from 91.1% to 90.6% this week. 

“During the corresponding period last year, the dam maintained a steady level at 102%.”

Sterkfontein Dam is said to be the dam which maintained the same level as last week at 98.5% this week. The dam recorded a higher capacity of 100.1% last year.

In addition, the Mohale and Katse dams in Lesotho are currently in good condition, despite the water levels at Katse Dam experiencing a slight decline this week.

The water level at Katse Dam dropped from 75.9% last week to 74.5% currently, a decline from the 91.9% level recorded during the same period last year. 

On the contrary, Mohale Dam’s water level has not changed, remaining steady at 100.8%. Last year, Mohale Dam registered a slightly lower capacity of 100.7%.

“Despite a modest decrease in water levels in several essential water sources, the Department of Water and Sanitation consistently advises Gauteng residents to exercise prudence in their water utilisation. 

“Furthermore, the department urges municipalities to address water leaks within the province.” – SAnews.gov.za

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Vaal Bulk Bags: Ensuring Safe and Efficient Bulk Bag Storage and Longevity

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Vaal Bulk Bags, a leading provider of high-quality bulk bags, is dedicated to offering durable and reliable storage solutions for various industries. With a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency, Vaal Bulk Bags provides comprehensive guidelines on how to stack bulk bags properly for storage and insights into the longevity of these essential containers. Proper …

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DMPR notes withdrawal of TotalEnergies from offshore blocks

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DMPR notes withdrawal of TotalEnergies from offshore blocks

The Department of Minerals and Petroleum Resources has expressed confidence that a suitable investor will come on board and “be able to monetise” gas discoveries off the south coast of South Africa.

This after international energy giant, TotalEnergies, announced its withdrawal from offshore Block 11B/12B and 5/6/7.

“The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) notes TotalEnergies' announcement to exit from offshore blocks 11B/12B and 5/6/7. We are confident that a suitable investor will come on board and be able to monetise the gas discoveries.

“The department remains committed to the exploration of the country’s oil and gas resources and will intensify engagements with key role players to ensure the development and sustainability of the sector,” the department said in a statement.

Furthermore, the DMPR said it was pleased that the company is not totally withdrawing from South Africa.

“Additionally, we are pleased that TotalEnergies is not entirely leaving oil and gas opportunities in South Africa as they still hold exploration rights over Blocks Deep Water Orange Basin and Orange Basin Deep, Outeniqua South, and recent entry in Block 3B/4B east of Deep Water Orange Basin,” the department said. – SAnews.gov.za

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Rand Water concludes month-long maintenance project

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Rand Water concludes month-long maintenance project

Rand Water will this evening wrap up the final phase of its month-long proactive maintenance, which commenced last month. 

The final phase of the maintenance project includes work at Zuikerbosch Water Treatment Plant (ZWTP) Engine Room 2, which resumed on Monday and will end on Tuesday, 30 July 2024, around 9pm. 

“This work involves maintenance of various valves, pipelines as well as electrical and mechanical assets,” Rand Water explained. 

According to Rand Water, the work will impact the water supply to the Palmiet Pumping Station, as pumping will be reduced to 76% during this period. 

This means that 24% of Palmiet’s pumping capacity will be out of production. 

Municipal customers affected by this maintenance work include residents from Johannesburg, Tshwane and Ekurhuleni. 

The Madibeng Local Municipality in Bojanala Platinum District Municipality, in the North West, will also be impacted. 

The water utility explained that areas recover differently after the maintenance process due to different hydraulic designs of the systems, which indicate that some areas will recover earlier than others. 

Rand Water said it continues to work with affected customers to ensure that municipalities continue to inform their customers of the extent and impact of water supply and measures to provide alternative water supply to residents.

“Maintenance of the water infrastructure is critical to improving the reliability, integrity and long-term preservation of the infrastructure to ensure sustainable and uninterrupted supply of bulk potable water,” said Rand Water.  – SAnews.gov.za 

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Governments urged to prioritise testing, treatment and vaccinating against hepatitis

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Governments urged to prioritise testing, treatment and vaccinating against hepatitis

A liver performs over 500 vital functions every single day to keep us alive, that is the reason that the World Health Organisation (WHO) believes testing, treating and preventing viral hepatitis is so important.

On Sunday, the globe commemorated World Hepatitis Day and the WHO called on all governments to prioritise testing, treatment and vaccination to realise a hepatitis-free world by 2030.

The Department of Health said viral hepatitis is a preventable and manageable disease, which remains a silent and neglected cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. 

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver often caused by a virus. Viral hepatitis means there is a specific virus causing your liver to swell or become larger than normal.

World Hepatitis Day is observed each year on 28 July to educate the public about the disease and encourage people, health professionals, communities and governments to drive awareness and action to eliminate viral hepatitis.

“Viral hepatitis is responsible for an enormous health burden, mostly due to chronic hepatitis B and C infection,” the department explained. 

According to the 2024 WHO Global Hepatitis Report, in 2022, an estimated 304 million people were living with hepatitis B and hepatitis C globally. 

The department said viral hepatitis is the second leading infectious cause of death globally, with about 1.3 million deaths recorded annually around the world, including over 2 000 deaths recorded in South Africa. 

This burden is further compounded by the lack of screening, access to care and treatment, inadequate disease surveillance, and human and financial resources. 

Meanwhile, the department stated that people living with underlying conditions such as HIV are at a higher risk due to coinfection, which further exacerbates the burden of liver disease. 

South Africa is a signatory to the WHO’s global hepatitis strategy endorsed by other Member States, which aims to reduce new hepatitis infections by 90% and deaths by 65% between 2016 and 2030. 

The prevention of this infectious disease includes both pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical interventions such as vaccines, practising safer sex, good hygiene, avoid sharing needles, toothbrushes and razors. 

The department is also advising people to avoid drinking water from known potentially unsafe sources and cooking food well to help prevent the spread of the disease. 

While viral hepatitis is typically asymptomatic, the department said some signs may include fever, malaise, loss of appetite, diarrhoea, nausea, abdominal discomfort, dark-coloured urine and jaundice.

“In some cases, the virus can also cause a chronic liver infection or liver cancer, putting patients at a higher risk of death, unless they get treatment.”

The department has since developed National Guidelines for the Management of Viral Hepatitis as part of efforts to reduce morbidity and mortality in the country. 

People, especially those experiencing any of the hepatitis symptoms, are urged to go for screening and testing for early diagnosis and treatment depending on the type of hepatitis. 

In addition, those at higher risk of serious health complications if they contract hepatitis B and/or C need the vaccine, including all newborns and previously unvaccinated children and adolescents, people with more than one sex partner, key populations, and those infected with HIV and/or other sexually transmitted diseases. – SAnews.gov.za

 

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The Awareness Company: Transforming Sustainability Through Data

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The Awareness Company, founded by Priaash Ramadeen, Shazia Vawda, and Estelle Lubbe, brings together nearly six decades of collective experience in fields ranging from border control and defense to municipal processes and conservation. Their situational awareness software has been instrumental in protecting over 10,000 rhinos, utilized by more than 200 organizations worldwide. Ramadeen highlights the …

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Call for inclusion of young professionals in finding solutions to water challenges

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Call for inclusion of young professionals in finding solutions to water challenges

The National Water and Sanitation Youth Indaba has thrust into the spotlight the inclusion of young professionals in research and innovation to improve the water sector.

The Department of Water and Sanitation, in conjunction with its entity in Limpopo, Lepelle Northern Water, hosted the Indaba under the theme: “Actively embracing the socio-economic gains of our democracy” last week.

Addressing the young professionals, Lepelle Northern Board Chairperson, Dr Nndweleni Mphephu, emphasised the significance of the youth’s active participation in research and innovation in the sector.

“As many might be aware of the challenges facing the water sector, which are increasingly being exacerbated by the impact of climate change, I urge you all to invest your brilliant young and sharp minds into research and to find long lasting solutions that could steer the sector to new heights,” Mphephu said.

The Department’s Chief Director responsible for Intergovernmental Relations, Sector Transformation and Provincial Governance, Petunia Ramunenyiwa emphasised the department’s commitment to the inclusion of young professionals, as a means to finding innovative solutions to address challenges faced by the sector.

“This Indaba is one of the programmes of the Department of Water and Sanitation that is very close to my heart, and it is by no means just a talk shop but a platform for engagement and exchange of knowledge and technical expertise that will improve the sector’s governance and transformation,” Ramunenyiwa said.

The indaba undertook discussions that provided opportunities for the exchange of knowledge and technical expertise aimed at improving the sector’s governance and transformation.

These included discussions on understanding national water and sanitation issues and government priorities, providing youth with information, opportunities, and technical resources available within the sector, as well as encouraging community involvement in the sector and establishing partnerships with the private sector, civil society and other stakeholders, among others.

To give a first-hand account of the operations of water testing and water treatment, the department and Lepelle Northern Water led a guided tour of the Ebenezer Water Treatment Plant, which mainly treats water abstracted from Ebenezer Dam and supplies to Polokwane Local Municipality and surrounding areas.  

An excursion was also undertaken to the University of Limpopo’s water laboratory to explore the analytical methods used to conduct water quality analysis.

The laboratory is among the country's best and most advanced technologies, which use methods, including inductively coupled plasma to analyse heavy metals in water samples.

The National Water and Sanitation Youth Indaba was attended by more than 400 participants in the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) sector from various backgrounds, including unemployed individuals, professionals, entrepreneurs, young professionals and civil society organisations.

The four-day Indaba was held in Polokwane, in Limpopo from 22-25 July 2024.

Among the issues discussed were the department’s youth strategy with a special focus on innovations and entrepreneurship, challenges and opportunities in South Africa's water and sanitation sector, South Africa's water issues in the global context, as well as education and career opportunities within the sector. – SAnews.gov.za

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Infrastructure support for Eastern Cape emerging farmers

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Infrastructure support for Eastern Cape emerging farmers

The Eastern Cape Rural Development and Agrarian Reform Department (DRDAR) continues to provide wool improvement infrastructure, equipment and training to communal and emerging farmers in the villages.

DRDAR MEC Nonceba Kontsiwe will on Friday hand over a shearing shed and equipment at an event held at Mgwalana Shearing Shed in Engcobo.

The department said the supplying of the infrastructure forms part of the wool improvement production programme, which has seen the value of wool exported from the province reaching 28 million tons in 2022.

This generated R3.9 billion, with the formerly underdeveloped communal sector exceeding R250 million in annual income.

“To ensure the increased quality and quantity of wool produced by emerging farmers, the department provided 73 new shearing sheds, 81 multipurpose sheds, 72 new dipping tanks, renovation of 248 dipping tanks, and seen shearing sheds,” the department said.

The fenced shearing shed structure with a built-in office and two male and female toilets, includes a 7 425 litre dip plunge, portable small stock handling facilities, wool presser, sorting table, classing bins, and provision of two water harvesting tanks, which will be handed over to the Magwalana Wool Growers’ Association.

The enterprise, which was started in 2010, has 29 members... On top of the R1.1 million investment in the structure, DRDAR also provided training that included understanding of contracts and their sources, managerial expertise and administrative capabilities, business environments and select business opportunities, as well as marketing.

“The farmers have 2 223 sheep that produced 3 778 kg of wool in the previous production season after being sold through BKB in Gqeberha - earning them revenue of R10 95 7500. These returns are expected to rise, since they will be utilising quality equipment and proper structure,” the department said. – SAnews.gov.za

 

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Mashatile says the GNU is working towards bettering people’s lives

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Mashatile says the GNU is working towards bettering people’s lives

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has once again assured citizens that the government of national unity (GNU) is working towards developing a common programme to create a better, more equal, and a more just South Africa.

“For us to reach our objective, the National Development Plan 2030 goals remain the central pillar to guide the development approach, which will inform the outcomes to be achieved in this administration,” he said on Friday.

 He announced that in the next five years, the GNU will focus on strategic priorities, including creating inclusive economic growth and job creation, maintaining and optimising the social wage, and building a capable ethical and developmental State. 

In addition, the seventh administration said it would focus on fixed capital investment, industrialisation, job creation, and the transformation of people’s lives. 

“We remain intentional in investing in people through education, skills development, and providing quality healthcare. We want to change our communities’ spatial outlook by building inclusive cities and providing them with services,” he said on Friday.

The Deputy President was speaking at the University of Johannesburg (UJ) in Auckland Park, delivering a keynote address on the second day of the conference co-hosted by the UJ and the National School of Government (NSG). 
The second-in-command used the platform to call upon all sectors of society to work with the State to ensure it was stable, efficient and an effective democracy. 

In addition, he described the GNU as parties behind a united agenda.

National dialogue 

“We have now set our sights on deepening this initiative by engaging in a substantive national dialogue as proposed by the President.” 

According to the Deputy, the national dialogue aims to initiate fresh conversations that tackle relevant and unresolved issues that affect most South Africans, particularly the impoverished.

Economic transformation 

He told attendees that developing a solid strategy for economic transformation should be at the centre of the dialogue and believes that the discussion will have a positive effect on poverty, inequality, and unemployment levels.

The Deputy President pleaded with the guests to provide solutions that would harness the potential for South Africa to become the world’s “finest” civilisations.

“I firmly believe that our nation possesses sound policies, yet we struggle with their execution due to a deficiency in accountability. I believe that accountability is essential for successful implementation. 
“Our motto now is to strategically put our policies into action.” 

He is of the view that to deliver results, South Africa must invest in devising a workable plan and be more meticulous in its implementation. 

Democracy 

As South Africa continues to reflect on 30 years of democracy, he urged people to remember those who gave their lives and fought for freedom, equality, and justice. 

While there are still challenges, he reminded attendees that since democracy, South Africa has made significant strides in overcoming divisions of the past, demonstrating remarkable progress in social transformation. 

“Let us draw inspiration from our collective journey and utilise it to propel us towards a better future.”

International guest speaker and renowned expert in public administration and management, Dr Ra’ed BenShams, said regardless of the form of government, the ultimate goal must be to serve the people.

He used the analogy of the formation of a new river system through the merging of multiple streams, symbolising the creation of a new government coalition. 

He discussed the importance of public sector reform in addressing inequality and building social cohesion. 

The expert also offered a fresh perspective on South Africa’s past, present, and future, emphasising the need for unity and hope for a brighter future. 

BenShams also stressed the importance of effective communication and collaboration with different communities to ensure efficient service delivery. 

“We must be willing to be tolerant of the different values and principles forming our different cultures. We strive to do so and embrace all necessary actions because our paramount responsibility is to provide clean water to our people,” said BenShams. – SAnews.gov.za
 
 

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One Mega List of Common Questions About Prepaid Electricity Meters

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44 Questions answered about prepaid electricity meters. Straton Prepaid have been installing prepaid meters since 2012 and receive many different questions around prepaid electricity meters. Below are the 44 most common questions received: How to recharge prepaid electricity meters? Why was my prepaid electricity cut? Who stocks prepaid electricity meters in South Africa How does …

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Common Questions About Mechanical And Ultrasonic Prepaid Water Meters

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10 Questions answered around the differences between traditional mechanical prepaid water meters and ultrasonic prepaid water meters. Straton Prepaid have been installing prepaid meters since 2012 and receive many different questions around water meters. Below are the 10 most common questions received: What is the difference between mechanical meter and ultrasonic meter? Are ultrasonic water …

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Technicians work to resolve major sewer blockade in Springs

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Technicians work to resolve major sewer blockade in Springs

The Ekurhuleni Municipality says the city’s technicians are addressing a major sewer blockage that has closed an intersection on Ermelo Road, affecting Strubenvale and Casseldale roads in the Springs city centre.

Giving an update on the ongoing efforts to resolve the issue, City spokesperson, Zweli Dlamini, said the municipal team initially responded to a sewer spillage and subsequently identified a major blockage along with several bottlenecks on the sewer network.

“The team is working tirelessly to remove the debris causing the sewage blockage because if not attended to urgently, this can lead to further contamination and health hazards,” Dlamini said.

Dlamini said the work being carried out includes assessing the ground level to ensure that the sewer system will direct wastewater appropriately; replacement and installation of new water pipes; and replacement of damaged and aged manholes to improve access for maintenance to reduce future risk failures.

“The completion time for these repairs is currently unknown, but the municipality is committed to minimising the inconvenience to the public. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes while the repairs are underway to avoid delays and ensure safety in the area,” Dlamini said. – SAnews.gov.za
 

 

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