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Nine years later, South Sudan is still a nation in waiting
July 9 marks nine years since South Sudan became independent. But the promise of that independence has yet to be realised
Pandemic-induced human rights violations a double tragedy to humanity
The conflation of human rights violations and a pandemic leave the most vulnerable marginalised. Equitable and democratic societies are needed to fight against this
UN special rapporteur on the environment joins local air pollution case
The state is facing a court battle about big industry’s emissions and their link to poor health. This is a public health concern and the government must take action to save lives
Audacious Zambian protesters outsmart the police
Tired of being arrested and beaten up at protests, young activists tried something different and it worked
Remembering the cruelty of strongman Nkurunziza and his regime
Burundi’s president was a cruel and tyrannical leader under whom no one was safe, not even schoolchildren
We need an outpouring of outrage about Africans killed by security forces
As Africa mourns George Floyd, we must look in the mirror and address police brutality on our own continent
Asivikelane campaign gives a voice to those living in informal settlements
A response to the coronavirus pandemic is paving the way to ensure people get the attention they deserve and hold government to account
Xenophobia chips away at the African notion of ubuntu
The multifaceted and complex issues facing the continent can only be tackled effectively together
The Strandfontein shelter touches a societal and political nerve
What was the City of Cape Town thinking when it decided to round up homeless people and put them in a camp?
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Gauteng responds to grave concern
The news of Gauteng’s grave site preparations raised alarm about the expected number of Covid-19-related deaths in the province
Demolition of hope in Hangberg
The City of Cape Town in June twice knocked down structures on land allocated for other purposes. The city says these were not evictions; residents ask why no police are available for rapes and murders
Corruption allegations: It’s a family affair at Dihlabeng municipality
The mayor, her relatives and their friends keep landing lucrative tenders and using state resources. Yet Lindiwe Makhalema has failed to declare the list of her relationships with people and companies benefiting from the municipality
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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
