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SS Mendi: A 100-year voyage to peace
South Africa marked the 100th anniversary of what has been described as one of the 20th century's worst maritime disasters in British waters. On 21 February 1917, a large cargo steamship, Darro, collided with the Mendi in the English Channel, south of the Isle of Wight. Mendi sank killing 646 people, most of them black South African troops.
2017 Budget focuses on the poor
Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan recently tabled a budget that emphasises the need for transformation for all.
In his Budget Speech he outlined government’s plans to make the economy stronger and service delivery to citizens efficient.
To achieve these objectives South Africa has to go through radical transformation.
Farm owner sets the bar
Wine farmers in the Western Cape took it upon themselves to do their bit to empower their workers and yield positive results.
KZN to grow economy and improve citizens’ health
KwaZulu-Natal government wants to do more to change the lives of people the province.
KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Premier Willies Mchunu said the provincial government and private sector must work together to grow the province’s economy.
One such partnership is between Dube Trade Port (DTP) and Toyota.
Highlighting the EC’s priorities
The EC has again outperformed other provinces by meeting housing targets.
The Eastern Cape will focus on dealing with the challenges in education, improving healthcare and providing decent housing in this financial year.
In his State of the Province Address Eastern Cape Premier Phumulo Masualle called on all stakeholders to work with government to deliver its mandate.
Northern Cape’s plans announced
The province will focus supporting small businesses and the youth this year.
The Northern Cape provincial government will support small businesses across the province this year.
Focussing on economic growth, education and youth
The North West highlights key priorities.
Economic development, improving education and youth empowerment are key priorities for the North West province.
Are municipalities spending money properly?
Municipalities are responsible for providing basic services such as water and electricity to their local communities, as well as ensuring that cities and towns are well taken care of.
It is important for citizens to know how their municipality is raising money and how it is spent. Citizens should also have a say in how future resources are spent to better their lives.