DA Leader, John Steenhuisen and Geordin Hill-Lewis hosted a live Coronacast this afternoon Of South Africa's over 57 Million citizens, 17 Million of them are Grant Recipients. These grants in turn support an estimated 30 Million South Africans. The DA suggests an additional R50 Billion in direct cash grant to the poorest of South Africans - this would mean an additional R1000.00 per grant recipient for three months. What about Small Business: The DA's proposed R300 Billion global … [Read more...] about Some Take Aways from the DA’s Coronacast
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NMB Speaker must investigate ANC councillors for allegedly contravening lockdown regulations
Dear MyPE The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Nelson Mandela Bay will be writing to the Speaker of Council, Cllr Buyelwa Mafaya, to request that she investigate allegations of two ANC councillors contravening lockdown regulations during the Coronavirus pandemic. We have been informed that one councillor held a public meeting, while the other issued an essential services permit to a local taxi-driver, which he is not authorised to do. These actions are illegal in terms of the Covid-19 lockdown … [Read more...] about NMB Speaker must investigate ANC councillors for allegedly contravening lockdown regulations
Business responds swiftly to COVID-19 crisis
Renovations to public hospitals in eight days PORT ELIZABETH - It is all hands on deck as the Nelson Mandela Bay business community sets out to assist the city's public health services. In support of the doctors, nurses and healthcare workers who are serving at the frontline of the COVID-19 crisis, the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber established the Ubuntu COVID-19 initiative. Through this collaborative approach businesses in Nelson Mandela Bay have been proactively mobilising their … [Read more...] about Business responds swiftly to COVID-19 crisis
Eastern Cape Social Development admits food parcels “very insufficient”
Dear MyPE The Eastern Cape Department of Social Development has admitted that the current budget available for food parcels for distribution to families in need due to the current Coronavirus outbreak in the province, is “very insufficient”. In response to a letter I wrote to the MEC for Social Development, Siphokazi Mani-Lusithi, last week, the Department has confirmed that the Provincial SASSA funding allocation for the 2020/2021 financial year, totalling R45,5 million, is enough to … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape Social Development admits food parcels “very insufficient”
Limited Operations at Port of Port Elizabeth
Keeping the wheels of Import / Export Turning in Algoa Bay On Tuesday, 2 April 2020, an updated proclamation was issued by the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Government Notice Number 446, updating the regulation published by Government Notice No. 318 of 18 March 2020, as amended by Government Notice No. R.398 of 25 March 2020 and R.415 of 26 March 2020). The following sections have been highlighted and emphasised: Page 4: Amendment of regulation 11B of the … [Read more...] about Limited Operations at Port of Port Elizabeth
Cargo Agents Granted Access to Vessels
TNPA's Revised Security Protocols During Second Phase of Lockdown Period For the second phase of the South African Lockdown period, the Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has revised the security protocols within the South African Port System to allow Cargo Agents to board vessels. All other measures will remain in place. Ernest Sigas, Executive Manager: Port Security and Compliance said; "The Cargo Agents allowed to board vessels are expected to adhere to the COVID-19 Regulations by … [Read more...] about Cargo Agents Granted Access to Vessels
SA receives medical supplies from China
South Africa has received medical supplies from China to help combat the COVID-19 outbreak in the country. At 7pm on Monday, 13 April, a Boeing 777 aircraft, which flew more than 24 hours from Guangzhou, China, arrived at OR Tambo International Airport with a consignment of medical supplies and equipment donated by China. The cargo is currently going through accelerated clearance, with the assistance of the South African Revenue Service. Items donated include 11 000 N95 … [Read more...] about SA receives medical supplies from China
EL and St Albans Inmates test positive for COVID-19
The number of inmates testing positive for COVID-19 at East London Correctional facility has increased by 49 cases, says the Department of Correctional Services (DCS). “The number of inmates testing positive for COVID-19 at East London Correctional facility has increased by 49 cases. Overall figures will therefore reflect, 53 inmates and 25 officials (inclusive of St Albans and Head Office), thus placing DCS to a combined total of 78 cases,” said the department in a statement on … [Read more...] about EL and St Albans Inmates test positive for COVID-19
Launch of “ALL Heartist Fund”
€70m earmarked for “ALL Heartist Fund”, a Covid-19 special purpose vehicle Accor Hotels - a 50% stakeholder in Port Elizabeth based Mantis Group plans a fund to help ease the suffering of employees. Over the past three weeks, the crisis has severely deepened with over half the worldwide population either confined and/or under lock-down. This has resulted in a virtual standstill of travel, dining and entertainment, which is vastly affecting our industry. Today more than half Accor branded … [Read more...] about Launch of “ALL Heartist Fund”
Leadership team to forego 30% of April, May and June salaries
FirstRand team proceeds to be redirected to social relief initiatives On 11 April 2020 FirstRand Limited announced that the group’s CEO, COO and CFO, and the CEOs of its largest businesses, FNB, RMB and WesBank, will forego 30% of their salaries for three months. FirstRand CEO, Alan Pullinger, said that the group wanted to demonstrate unity with the President and his ministers, who on Thursday night made the same pledge. “The President’s request is meaningful, and we believe he is right … [Read more...] about Leadership team to forego 30% of April, May and June salaries
Top Ten Tips for Your Quarantined Machine
Washing hands, disinfecting, not touching your face and wearing masks is only part of the solution. Staying home so that infection won't spread is now a global effort against COVID-19. Many governments have taken extra precaution by imposing strict travel restrictions, meaning our vehicles may be parked for the foreseeable future. Keeping your vehicle off the road for an extended period of time might seem uncomplicated but a little love and attention during the next few days can go a long way … [Read more...] about Top Ten Tips for Your Quarantined Machine
FoodForward SA
Lightening the Load PORT ELIZABETH - With the national lockdown preventing many South Africans from working and trading, the food pantries across communities are running low. FoodForward SA, a non-profit organisation that distributes food supplies to impoverished communities, is working around the clock to ensure provisions reach those in dire need of food. However, the growing demand has drastically reduced stock levels at the Port Elizabeth branch earlier than anticipated and the … [Read more...] about FoodForward SA
5 Financial mistakes to avoid right now
As consumers continue to quantify the impact of COVID-19 on their finances, some financial mistakes can be avoided in these unprecedented times Dhashni Naidoo, FNB Consumer Education Programme Manager says, “Consumers should do everything in their control to keep their financial affairs in order through this difficult time and the uncertainty it brings. One cannot predict how long it will take for the situation to stabilise and the knock-on effect on the economy. The idea is to adopt a … [Read more...] about 5 Financial mistakes to avoid right now
Clear rules to protect employees
VW Company management and General Works Council set binding standards for resumption of production For the resumption of production at Volkswagen, health takes priority over speed. For this reason, company management and the General Works Council have laid down clear rules and measures for the protection of employees in a works agreement. Volkswagen HR Board Member Gunnar Kilian says: “We are taking comprehensive precautions so that our employees can work safely. We also appeal to each and … [Read more...] about Clear rules to protect employees
QuaranTV
Three established non-profit organisations, Masifunde Learner Development, Masinyusane and United Through Sport, joined forces to reach out to their learners during lockdown with interactive content in an entertaining TV Show called “QuaranTV”. Their primary objective is to reach-out to as many primary and high school learners as possible with positively stimulating content. The Corona Virus found its way from Wuhan, China, over Europe, to South Africa. First Covid-19 cases have been reported … [Read more...] about QuaranTV
