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IMPROVE MOTHER AND CHILD HYGIENE @KASIBCNEWS  The launch of the In Safe Hands training programme through a partnership between the Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) and Dettol will go a long way in improving hygiene practices among mothers and children, focusing on reducing preventable infections linked to poor hygiene. According the Saving Mothers Report of 2020 – 2022, statistics show that for every 100,000 live births, 126 mothers lose their lives, while the National Department of Health Strategic Plan for 2020 – 2025 reports that there are 32 deaths per 1000 live births for children under five years. Someof these deaths are caused by infections, which could have been prevented through simple hygiene practices. The training which was unveiled among healthcare workers gathered at Melrose Arch today (03 October) will educate healthcare professionalssuch as nurses and midwives to empower pregnant women and new mothers with the knowledge to adopt better hygiene practices at home. ...

South African Human Settlements Priorities @KASIBCNEWS  Minister of Human Settlements, Mmamoloko Kubayi, convened an important second meeting, yesterday, Thursday 03 October 2024, with Members of Executive Councils (MECs) responsible for Human Settlements across South Africa, focusing on the 2024/2025 human settlements priorities. This meeting, the second in the seventh administration, included mayors and MMCs for Human Settlements in metropolitan municipalities and representatives from the South African Local Government Association (SALGA) to tackle key critical areas, including prioritizing vulnerable groups in house allocation, the title deeds restoration programme, housing for military veterans, emergency housing, and an update on the Human Settlements White Paper. Comprehensive presentations were made on each of these critical areas, demonstrating the Minister's commitment to driving meaningful change in human settlements. This collaborative effort with MECs and SALGA represen...

SAPS MISSING AND STOLEN FIRE ARMS @KASIBCNEWS  The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) expresses serious concern over the alarming number of missing and stolen firearms from the South African Police Service (SAPS), as reported by the responsible Minister, Mr. Senzo Mchunu. In just six months, SAPS has lost a staggering 350 pistols, 5 R1 rifles, 12 R5 rifles, and 4 shotguns, effectively placing these dangerous weapons in the hands of criminals who continue to terrorise our communities.  These firearms will undoubtedly be used to perpetrate heinous crimes and exacerbate the rising rates of extortion and violence in our neighbourhoods. This troubling trend raises significant alarm, particularly when reflecting on the lessons of the past. In 2016, two former police colonels admitted to selling 2,000 firearms to criminal gangs, thereby disempowering both the community and the police in the fight against crime. With SAPS now losing 400 firearms in a short six-month span, it appears we...

58th Anniversary of Independence of The Kingdom of Lesotho @KasiBCNews  Speech by President Cyril Ramaphosa on the occasion of the Bicentenary of the Founding the Basotho Nation and the 58th Anniversary of Independence of The Kingdom of Lesotho, Friday, 04 October 2024, Maseru, Lesotho Programme Director, His Majesty, King Letsie III and Queen Mohato Seeiso,  The Right Honourable Samuel Matekane, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Lesotho,  Eminent Majesties, Excellencies, Heads of State and Government,  The Deputy President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, Honourable, Kembo Mohadi United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Ms Amina J. Mohammed Honourable Ministers, Senior Government Officials, Members of the Media, Dumelang Basotho ba batle. It is an honour and a privilege to be invited to this auspicious occasion. I convey the well wishes of the people of South Africa to His Majesty and the people of Lesotho on the 58th anniversary of independence and the Bicentennial of t...

  STEINHOFF BIGGEST HEIST IN CORPORATE HISTORY GUILTY CONVICTIONS @KASIBCNEWS  The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes the conviction of Former CFO of Steinhoff, Andries “Ben” la Grange who has been sentenced to a 10 year imprisonment, with 5 years suspended by the Pretoria Specialised Crimes Court.  He pleaded guilty and agreed to assist the state in its further prosecutions of other involved parties in South Africa’s largest corruption scandal to date.  This conviction is an improvement on the disappointing 5 year suspended sentence that was handed down last week to Dr. Gerhardus Diedricks Burger, another Steinhoff criminal who was charged with insider trading. His sentencing gives hope for stronger convictions against other involved parties still under prosecution in the Steinhoff corruption case, The punishment does not adequately mirror the devastating impact of Steinhoff’s fraud on workers and pensioners.  However, we are not to pretend that there is ...

SASSA Grant Distribution Changes @KASIBCNEWS The DA is calling for immediate action from the Minister of Social Development, Sisisi Tolashe, and relevant stakeholders regarding the recent changes in the distribution of SASSA grants that are causing significant distress among beneficiaries, particularly older persons. The phased withdrawal of cash distribution by Postbank and Post Offices has led to many SASSA grant recipients being turned away, as the transition from SASSA gold cards to the new Postbank black cards has not been effectively communicated.  This lack of information has left vulnerable individuals uncertain about how to access their grants. While the SASSA gold cards remain valid for use - even after their expiry until the end of the year - this critical detail seems to not have reached the staff at Post Offices or the beneficiaries who rely on these services.  We are deeply concerned about the potential hardships this may cause, especially for those already facin...