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IEC appeals Electoral Court’s Zuma judgment 
By: Sashnee Moodley 12th April 2024 The Independent Electoral Commission said on Friday it has approached Constitutional Court to appeal the Electoral Court’s judgment which saw... →
Ethiopia faces tough devaluation decision to secure IMF bailout
By: Reuters 12th April 2024 Ethiopia may have to decide on a big currency devaluation sooner rather than later to secure a rescue loan from the International Monetary Fund,... →
Malian parties reject junta's suspension of political activities
By: Reuters 12th April 2024 Malian political parties and civil society groups jointly rejected on Thursday the ruling junta's order to suspend political activities and vowed... →
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Strengthening Africa’s Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems Through Enhanced Policy Coherence and Coordinated Action
5th April 2024 In response to these vulnerabilities and impacts, it is essential that African countries develop adaptation and resilience building strategies to... →
Out of step
5th April 2024 Following wholly inadequate public consultations, stakeholders have submitted their written comments on the Department of Mineral Resources and... →
Africa now emits as much carbon as it stores: landmark new study
4th April 2024 A landmark new study has found that, in the last decade, the African continent has started emitting more carbon than it stores. When the total... →
Global south: moving off the menu and to the table?
4th April 2024 The global south is a term that elicits much debate and discussion. Is it appropriate? Is it relevant? Is it offensive? These were questions a... →
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Putting the 'just' in Just Energy Transition Partnerships: What role for the multilateral development banks?
3rd April 2024 Amidst the excitement surrounding country platforms like Just Energy Transition Partnerships, one question remains largely unanswered: what does... →
Beyond accountability as feedback: Lessons from Somalia in holding humanitarian responses to account
3rd April 2024 ‘Accountability to affected people’, as it is currently most commonly understood, focuses on providing channels for feedback and relatively... →
One size won't fit all: Designing country platforms for different political contexts
3rd April 2024 Just Energy Transition Partnerships (JETPs) in South Africa, Viet Nam, Indonesia and Senegal provide promising examples of how climate-related... →
ActionSA 2024 Election Manifesto
3rd April 2024 As we celebrate South Africa’s 30th year of democracy, we stand at a pivotal crossroads that will shape the future of our country. This year’s... →
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Tafelberg School Judgement: Appeals Court Upholds Cape Town’s Apartheid Spatial Planning Template
15th April 2024 Despite the Western Cape Provincial Government and City of Cape Town’s record of not having delivered a single social housing unit in the inner... →
EC Premier, DOH and hospital turn their back on disabled child in Eastern Cape
15th April 2024 In a shocking display of arrogance and a lack of human compassion, the ANC Premier of the Eastern Cape, Oscar Mabuyane, the Eastern Cape Department... →
PBO’s Brace Yourselves! SARS Deadline Looms for IT3(d) Reporting Due 31st May 2024– Are You Prepared?
15th April 2024 IT3 reporting refers to what is known as “third party data reporting” and involves third parties such as banks, medical aid schemes, employers, and... →
Keep Politics Out of Policing in KwaZulu-Natal
15th April 2024 The IFP, as the Official Opposition in the KZN Legislature, has warned the South African Police Service (SAPS) that they must stay out of politics.... →
Press Offices
The Age of Technology and the Rise of Workplace Misconduct – How Should You Protect Your Business?
28th March 2024 Unfortunately, some employees may engage in acts of misconduct from time to time in the workplace. The figures related to the number of disputes... →
Understanding Court-Ordered Costs in South Africa: A Comprehensive Guide
By: Creamer Media Reporter 27th March 2024 In the realm of litigation, the issue of costs can often be as crucial as the outcome of the case itself. Understanding how costs are awarded by... →
The Competition Commission publishes revised Public Interest Guidelines
27th March 2024 On 20 March 2024, the Competition Commission of South Africa (Commission) published revised Public Interest Guidelines relating to merger control... →
Evidentiary Enlightenment: The CCMA’s Revamped Rules for Effective Dispute Resolution
26th March 2024 In April 2023, significant amendments to the Rules of the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) came into effect. Among... →
