Cabinet leading the way in gender parity
The latest Gender Series report showed that Cabinet had reached parity, as 50% of the seats comprised women. Women’s seats in Parliament increased from 33% in 2004 to 46% in 2019.
Water Research Commission CEO, Dr Jennifer Molwantwa, and Chairperson, Dr Rethabile Melamu
“Under the leadership of CEO, Dr Jennifer Molwantwa, and Chairperson, Dr Rethabile Melamu, the Water Research Commission is playing its part to address the country’s challenges through innovation in the water and sanitation sector. Here the CEO and Chairperson share with Public Sector Leaders an important message, mapping out the Commission’s work, approach and aspirations.”
Women In Leadership: Auditor-General Tsakani Maluleke
“She has a passion for actively contributing to advancing black men and women in the accountancy profession, and she has worked with various organisations, including Business Unity South Africa, African Women Chartered Accountants, and the Association for the Advancement of Black Accountants of Southern Africa (Abasa), of which she is a past president.”
Meet this month’s PSL Trailblazer: Khethiwe Sibanyoni
“Khethiwe started by putting together comfort bags to offer hope to survivors of gender-based violence. Today, she has developed Khethi’s Foundation which works to reduce femicide and gender-based violence through collaboration, raising awareness, and supporting and empowering survivors.”
Debt Counselling: Helping South Africans Find Financial Stability
Faced with rising interest rates and high inflation, many South Africans are seeking help to manage their growing debt burden. One of the options, which is provided by law to protect consumers, is debt counselling. This has become increasingly popular among overly indebted South Africans to help achieve financial stability.
Gender Diversity In The Workplace
From the August Edition. In recognition of National Women’s Month, our Legal Matters article focuses on Gender Diversity in The Workplace and the role of employers in terms of the EEA.
Women’s Sports Are On The Rise
In his letter to the nation, penned “From the desk of the President” on Monday 7 August, His Excellency focussed on the achievements by South African women in the sporting arena, “Our women’s national football team, Banyana Banyana, the reigning Women’s Africa Cup of Nations champions, has delivered some stunning performances in the FIFA Women’s World Cup taking place in Australia and New Zealand. Our women’s netball team, the Proteas, put in a strong showing at the Netball World Cup that ended in Cape Town. In February we hosted the first ICC Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup to take place on African soil. Our national team made history as the first South African team to reach the final,” – President Ramaphosa.
Vodacom Business: Digitising The Public Sector
The importance of a strategic relationship between the private and public sectors cannot be understated, especially given the kind of challenges South Africa is facing. Vodacom Business stands out as one of the organisations which has built a strong relationship with the public sector, finding solutions to problems which have a direct impact on residents.
Tax Breaks to Incentivise Investments in Renewable Energy
As the South African government tackles the energy crisis, National Treasury has announced two key tax incentives to encourage individuals and businesses to assist with energy generation. Through these two incentives, the Treasury said it would be offering R4 billion in relief provided for individuals that install solar panels and R5 billion to companies through an expansion of the renewable energy tax incentive.
National Arts Festival: Upholding Proud Heritage
Since 1974, Makhanda has been the cherished home of the National Arts Festival, offering unique experiences that go beyond entertainment. As the largest annual celebration of the arts in Africa, the festival connects artists and audiences, creating transformative cultural experiences.