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24 November 2017
The Department of Home Affairs has asked the City of Johannesburg for an extension in presenting its plan for illegal immigration in the city.
The Department of Home Affairs has asked the City of Johannesburg for an extension in presenting its plan for illegal immigration in the city.
23 November 2017
The Democratic Alliance Women's Network (DAWN) in Limpopo filed a complaint with the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) on Monday to probe the deaths of 68 pregnant women who died in various hospitals across the province whilst in labour during the first financial quarter of the year.
The Democratic Alliance Women's Network (DAWN) in Limpopo filed a complaint with the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) on Monday to probe the deaths of 68 pregnant women who died in various hospitals across the province whilst in labour during the first financial quarter of the year.
23 November 2017
The DA has been informed via a professional source within Inkosi Albert Luthuli Hospital that, as of yesterday, bookings for the assessment and treatment of patients with Gastro-Intestinal tract related can only be made in March next year.
The DA has been informed via a professional source within Inkosi Albert Luthuli Hospital that, as of yesterday, bookings for the assessment and treatment of patients with Gastro-Intestinal tract related can only be made in March next year.
22 November 2017
On 22 November 2017, the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation (IJR) in partnership with LEAD SA, will celebrate 10 young African activists (between the ages of 18 – 35), who are doing exceptional work in the Gender Justice Field.
On 22 November 2017, the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation (IJR) in partnership with LEAD SA, will celebrate 10 young African activists (between the ages of 18 – 35), who are doing exceptional work in the Gender Justice Field.
22 November 2017
The Mafube Municipality in the Free State has once again come under the spotlight.
This after the DA in the province requested the South African Human Rights Commission to launch investigations into the municipality’s lack of service delivery and inadequate sanitation. It is alleged that the municipality, still in the red with Eskom, is failing to provide its residents with clean running water. This is coupled with allegations of sewage water overflowing in many of its towns. In a statement, the party says the provincial Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) should also be investigated following their failure to improve the functioning of the municipality after placing it under administration earlier this year.
The Mafube Municipality in the Free State has once again come under the spotlight.
This after the DA in the province requested the South African Human Rights Commission to launch investigations into the municipality’s lack of service delivery and inadequate sanitation. It is alleged that the municipality, still in the red with Eskom, is failing to provide its residents with clean running water. This is coupled with allegations of sewage water overflowing in many of its towns. In a statement, the party says the provincial Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) should also be investigated following their failure to improve the functioning of the municipality after placing it under administration earlier this year.
22 November 2017
Plans are afoot to bring oncologists from Cuba and India to take up vacant posts in KwaZulu-Natal.
Plans are afoot to bring oncologists from Cuba and India to take up vacant posts in KwaZulu-Natal.
22 November 2017
Johannesburg – Breakfast show host Tumi Morake's comments about her feelings on apartheid did not incite harm, a Broadcasting Complaints Commission of South Africa (BCCSA) tribunal has ruled.
Johannesburg – Breakfast show host Tumi Morake's comments about her feelings on apartheid did not incite harm, a Broadcasting Complaints Commission of South Africa (BCCSA) tribunal has ruled.
21 November 2017
Every year the Mo Ibrahim Index of African Governance assesses the performance of all 54 African countries in categories such as human rights, the rule of law, sustainable economic opportunities and human development.
Every year the Mo Ibrahim Index of African Governance assesses the performance of all 54 African countries in categories such as human rights, the rule of law, sustainable economic opportunities and human development.
21 November 2017
Dispute on Eastern Cape farm after video shows farmer pulling down family's home extension.
On 1 November Marissa Human watched part of her home being dismantled by the owner of the farm where she stays. The incident was caught on video and circulated on the Baviaanskloof Land Claims Committee Whatsapp chat group.
Dispute on Eastern Cape farm after video shows farmer pulling down family's home extension.
On 1 November Marissa Human watched part of her home being dismantled by the owner of the farm where she stays. The incident was caught on video and circulated on the Baviaanskloof Land Claims Committee Whatsapp chat group.
People with disabilities still experience adverse socioeconomic outcomes – but what can be done?
21 November 2017
The United Nations adopted 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015. Based on the principle of “leaving no one behind”, the SDGs emphasise a holistic approach to achieving sustainable development for all.
21 November 2017
The United Nations adopted 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015. Based on the principle of “leaving no one behind”, the SDGs emphasise a holistic approach to achieving sustainable development for all.
21 November 2017
"If we live in rural farm areas, how can we get to the Human Rights Commission? There is no one here to protect us," Davine Cloete, a community activists from Uitkyk, Lutzville in the Western Cape, told officials of the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC).
"If we live in rural farm areas, how can we get to the Human Rights Commission? There is no one here to protect us," Davine Cloete, a community activists from Uitkyk, Lutzville in the Western Cape, told officials of the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC).
20 November 2017
We all have those friends on Facebook who claim they have an absolute right to their opinion. “Well, that’s my opinion and I am entitled to it. It’s a free country.” Fair enough, the “free country” line has become outdated. But certainly not outdated as the apartheid flag which has recently been pulled out the drawers, miraculously dustless, neatly unfolded and displayed with an odd mix of reverence and nostalgia.
Yes, the Constitution protects freedom of speech. So you are entitled to your opinion. But this right has its bounds. The Constitution expressly prohibits “advocacy of hatred that is based on race, ethnicity, gender or religion, and that constitutes incitement to cause harm”. So your entitlement is not absolute or without accountability or consequence.
We all have those friends on Facebook who claim they have an absolute right to their opinion. “Well, that’s my opinion and I am entitled to it. It’s a free country.” Fair enough, the “free country” line has become outdated. But certainly not outdated as the apartheid flag which has recently been pulled out the drawers, miraculously dustless, neatly unfolded and displayed with an odd mix of reverence and nostalgia.
Yes, the Constitution protects freedom of speech. So you are entitled to your opinion. But this right has its bounds. The Constitution expressly prohibits “advocacy of hatred that is based on race, ethnicity, gender or religion, and that constitutes incitement to cause harm”. So your entitlement is not absolute or without accountability or consequence.
The South African Human Rights Commission’s [SAHRC] Eastern Cape Provincial Office has been inundated with complaints relating to a whole range of issues affecting the delivery of quality basic education in the province. To this end, the Eastern Cape Commission’s office will be hosting a Provincial Indaba on Education with a particular focus on School Infrastructure. Aubrey Mdazana from the SAHRC in the province elaborated on this. Source: Umhlobo Wenene
17 November 2017
The South African Human Rights Commission has revealed that there is a shortage of skills, training and resources when it comes to mental healthcare in the country. The Commission is investigating the sector following the Life Esidimeni tragedy and SAHRC Chairperson Bongani Majola was also mentioned. Source: Kaya FM
The South African Human Rights Commission has revealed that there is a shortage of skills, training and resources when it comes to mental healthcare in the country. The Commission is investigating the sector following the Life Esidimeni tragedy and SAHRC Chairperson Bongani Majola was also mentioned. Source: Kaya FM
17 November 2017
Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi requested the commission to investigate the sector after the Life Esidimeni tragedy.
Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi requested the commission to investigate the sector after the Life Esidimeni tragedy.
17 November 2017
Still determined to deal with Joburg Illegal migrants the city mayor Herman Mashaba has once again given the Home Affairs department an ultimatum to strategize plans to deal with the situation. The Mayor who has been uptight with his plans to totally rid the city off illegal immigrants has once again resounded a note of warning to the immigration department to do something before he does. The Home Affairs department has until Friday next week to advise what specific measures‚ plans and interventions it will take to deal with Joburg Illegal migrants
Still determined to deal with Joburg Illegal migrants the city mayor Herman Mashaba has once again given the Home Affairs department an ultimatum to strategize plans to deal with the situation. The Mayor who has been uptight with his plans to totally rid the city off illegal immigrants has once again resounded a note of warning to the immigration department to do something before he does. The Home Affairs department has until Friday next week to advise what specific measures‚ plans and interventions it will take to deal with Joburg Illegal migrants
17 November 2017
Rural communities should not be excluded from accessing mental health care. This is according to Programme Manager at the South African Federation for Mental Health, Charlene Sunkel.
Rural communities should not be excluded from accessing mental health care. This is according to Programme Manager at the South African Federation for Mental Health, Charlene Sunkel.
16 November 2017
The SA Human Rights Commission says it’s hearings on the status of mental health care in the country has revealed a shortage of skills, training and resources. Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi requested the commission to investigate the sector following the Life Esidimeni tragedy. SAHRC Chairman Bongani Majola spoke with EWN about this matter. Source: EWN
The SA Human Rights Commission says it’s hearings on the status of mental health care in the country has revealed a shortage of skills, training and resources. Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi requested the commission to investigate the sector following the Life Esidimeni tragedy. SAHRC Chairman Bongani Majola spoke with EWN about this matter. Source: EWN
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