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The myths that swirl around modern-day South Africa should be dispelled
Without an accurate understanding of the dilemmas which overwhelm us, our efforts to produce effective and far-reaching strategies or solutions for change will fail
South Africa needs a constitutionally compliant immigration policy
For Jewish people, ‘You shall not oppress a stranger, for you know the feelings of the stranger, having yourselves been strangers in the land of Egypt.’ South Africans should remember they were once strangers in their own country
Covid-19 exposes how unfree we all still are
We need to be free from gross inequalities and have a responsibility to change this through compassion, justice and sacrifice
We dare not dream of freedom until we can effect equality
April 27 1994 set us on the path to freedom; but much must still be undone – and new problems await us
Invincible yet still mercurial
Albert Adams worked in self-imposed obscurity, but his work speaks boldly for himself and others
Ramaphosa: SA has made progress but more needs to be done
'Tremendous strides' have been made in improving economic participation, President Cyril Ramaphosa said in his Freedom Day address
Freedom Charter ‘still a wish list’
The lofty hopes of the iconic document rang hollow for many on Freedom Day, particularly in Kliptown.
DA, ANC supporters clash following Durban DA rally
“It’s Freedom Day and then you have this kind of political intolerance,” said DA councillor Heinz De Boer.
Don’t miss this: Freedom Day special
From catching a film on Mandela's legacy to enjoying a family day at Lusito Land, here are a few events happening around the country on April 27.
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Court must declare Cape Town’s ‘inhuman’ demolitions, evictions illegal, says law centre
The city argues that it is not carrying out evictions, but is acting against land invasions
Back in time to meals on wheels
Cape Town’s oldest roadhouse is hoping to make a comeback during the coronavirus lockdown. Nostalgia is the biggest seller
People’s behaviour stoking Gauteng pandemic
The active case count of Gauteng surpasses that of whole countries. Workers at clinics report a ‘concerning’ relaxation of basic health protocols
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Full-time Johannesburg-based CEO required for HI HOPES
An entrepreneurial, business-minded, impact-driven individual is sought to lead the organisation as it looks to scale and grow
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Balwin properties and Absa launch South Africa’s first green home loan
Balwin Properties’ Edge registration of over 16 000 units was a global first, covering more homes than any single property developer in the world to date
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Young professional gets a career boost from PSETA
SAICA makes ongoing efforts to encourage the professionalisation of financial offices in private and public sector organisations
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Colgate-Palmolive South Africa donates one million bars of soap
The combination of limited access to quality soap and a lack of knowledge of how to properly wash hands is a challenge in many vulnerable communities
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Cheque value bundles – real value
Most people do not pay much attention to what bank account they have and whether or not it is suited to their daily realities
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Absa Rewards puts cash in your pocket
In addition to the cash benefits, you will receive special offers and exclusive deals from selected Absa Rewards partners
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Municipal audit outcomes reveal public sector financial management must be professionalised
SAICA calls for a review of the mandatory minimum skills and qualifications required for all key financial management positions within the public sector
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Eleven ways to protect yourself against fraud
While financial services firms work continuously to improve security, fraudsters are always devising new plans to circumvent the latest safety measures
