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Call to end discrimination against people with albinism

Thursday, November 30, 2023

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has joined the National Albinism Task Force of South Africa (NATF) in calling for the end of discrimination, hostility and violence against people with albinism.

SAPS reiterates commitment to protecting women and children

Thursday, November 30, 2023

The South African Police Service (SAPS) is observing the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children campaign by highlighting the great work of its men and women in blue, who continue to secure lengthy jail terms for perpetrators of gender-based violence and feminism (GBVF).

Prison security to be beefed up to avoid 'threats' this festive season

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) Commissioner, Makgothi Thobakgale, on Wednesday said the department will enhance prison security to address any potential risks ahead of the festive season. 

“Proactive measures will be taken to prevent the smuggling of contraband and to deter any attempts at disorder,” Thobakgale said.

The Commissioner was speaking in Durban during the official launch of the department’s National Festive Season Security Operations Plan.  

July unrest 'instigator' Mdumiseni Zuma slapped with 12-year jail sentence

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

The Pietermaritzburg Regional Court on Wednesday sentenced Mdumiseni Khetha Zuma to an effective 12 years imprisonment for instigating the 2021 July unrest in KwaZulu-Natal.

According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), the 36-year-old’s conviction comes after contravening Sections 17 and 18 of the Riotous Assemblies Act, where he incited people to gather and commit public violence.

AG: Unauthorised expenditure remains high

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

The Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) Tsakani Maluleke says unauthorised expenditure at departments remained high throughout the administrative term, totaling R28.22 billion over four years.

AG reports overall improved audit outcomes

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

The Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) Tsakani Maluleke has reported an overall improvement in the national and provincial government audit outcomes.

KZN Transport condemns rape of female security officers

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport says it is appalled at the attack and rape of three female security officers by criminals targeting departmental offices in the eThekwini region.