Statement by the Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, John Jeffery on Cybercrimes and Cybersecurty Bill: Technological advances have been gone beyond our wildest imagination. But with great technological advances, come greater risks. Research shows that our country’s comparatively high levels of internet connectivity bring with it a higher risk for cyber-crime. Cybercrime activities are growing fast and evolving at a pace, becoming both more aggressive and technically … [Read more...] about Statement by the Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, John Jeffery on Cybercrimes and Cybersecurty Bill
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The role of accountants in African development
The role of accountants in African development: Bongani Coka, Chief Executive of the South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA) Accountants control the floodgates of prosperity in Africa, but it is by our integrity and effort that we earn the right to open them. With the Chinese economy slowing, commodity prices falling and the global economy stagnating, worldwide investment opportunities are scarce. But the last decade has seen a rising wave of optimism over Africa’s growth … [Read more...] about The role of accountants in African development
Social Development / NSFAS to announce on Grant Beneficiaries
Social Development / NSFAS to announce on Grant Beneficiaries: The Department of Social Development (DSD) and the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) will hold a joint media briefing on January 10, 2017 led by the Minister of Social Development, Ms Bathabile Dlamini, to announce how NSFAS will assist Social grant beneficiaries who pass their matric and are accepted at institutions of higher learning. In 2016, DSD partnered with the Department of Basic Education (DBE) and NSFAS in … [Read more...] about Social Development / NSFAS to announce on Grant Beneficiaries
Social Development / NSFAS to Announce on Grant Beneficiaries
Social Development / NSFAS to Announce on Grant Beneficiaries: The Department of Social Development (DSD) and the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) will hold a joint media briefing on January 5, 2017 led by the Minister of Social Development, Ms Bathabile Dlamini, to announce how NSFAS will assist social grant beneficiaries who pass their matric and are accepted at institutions of higher learning. In 2016, DSD partnered with the Department of Basic Education (DBE) and NSFAS in … [Read more...] about Social Development / NSFAS to Announce on Grant Beneficiaries
The dti Remains Committed to Contribute towards Youth Development in Line with the NDP
The dti Remains Committed to Contribute towards Youth Development in Line with the NDP: The Department of Trade and Industry (the dti) has dismissed as outrageous insinuation by the Democratic Alliance (DA) Member of Parliament (MP) David Maynier, that it funded the Progressive Youth in Business to the tune of R200 000. With facts that were provided by the Minister of Trade and Industry, Dr Rob Davies in response to a parliamentary question that was raised by DA MP Geordin … [Read more...] about The dti Remains Committed to Contribute towards Youth Development in Line with the NDP
Social Development has a New Director-General
Social Development has a New Director-General: The Minister of Social Development, Ms Bathabile Dlamini, welcomes the announcement by Cabinet of the new Director-General of the Department of Social Development, Mr. Zane Dangor. Mr Dangor has been the Special Advisor to the Minister of Social Development since she was appointed in 2010. Before assuming that position, he previously served as Chief Operating Officer in the Department. Before joining the Department, he managed the … [Read more...] about Social Development has a New Director-General
Social Development to brief the Media on Amendments to the Social Assistance Act
Social Development to brief the Media on Amendments to the Social Assistance Act: The Minister of Social Development, Bathabile Dlamini will on Tuesday, November 01, brief members of the media on the proposed amendments to the Social Assistance Act. In September, Cabinet reviewed a proposal from the Department of Social Development for Amendments of the Social Assistance Act and approved for amendments to be released for public comment. Amongst others; the following … [Read more...] about Social Development to brief the Media on Amendments to the Social Assistance Act
Australia Awards Fronting African Development Through Education
Australia Awards Fronting African Development Through Education: The Australian Government, has selected and awarded professionals from 11 African countries with Australia Awards Scholarships at Masters Level, who will undertake their studies at various Australian universities from January 2017. Eight successful applicants from South Africa, twelve from Botswana and eight from Mozambique have received scholarships in diverse fields including Agriculture, Natural Resource Management, Health and … [Read more...] about Australia Awards Fronting African Development Through Education
R25m high-tech EC schools project prepares pupils for digital age
Ten Nelson Mandela Bay high schools are set to benefit from a five-year, R25m project, which will make extensive use of modern technology, to improve the quality of teaching, learning and pass rates at disadvantaged schools, and prepare learners for the highly-digitised, sprint-paced 21st century working world. The project, a partnership between the Zenex Foundation and the Eastern Cape Department of Education, was launched in Port Elizabeth on Tuesday (18 October). A talk by trends … [Read more...] about R25m high-tech EC schools project prepares pupils for digital age
The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) announces Financing of 21 Renewable Energy Projects
The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) announces Financing of 21 Renewable Energy Projects: The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) (www.DBSA.org) has financed 21 renewable energy projects since the launch of the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPP). This was revealed today at the annual SA Gas Options conference in Cape Town and follows the announcement of South Africa’s Gas to Power Project Information Memorandum (PIM). Ms … [Read more...] about The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) announces Financing of 21 Renewable Energy Projects
SANRAL tackles lack of skills development within the Eastern Cape
SANRAL tackles lack of skills development within the Eastern Cape: September 30, 2016: The South African National Roads Agency Soc Ltd (SANRAL) is undertaking to educate SMMEs in completing tender documents which will go a long way in creating sustainable enterprises. Tender training workshops are an integral part of SANRAL Southern Region’s community development and Routine Road Maintenance Projects. As at July this year, 50 SMMEs have been trained in Mthatha. This was not the first time SANRAL … [Read more...] about SANRAL tackles lack of skills development within the Eastern Cape
National Development Plan discussions at Nongoza Jebe Community Hall in Port Elizabeth
This New Brighton Port Elizabeth image is courtesy of Flickr. Click on the Flickr account holder below the photograph to see more. National Development Plan discussions at Nongoza Jebe Community Hall in Port Elizabeth, 07 Oct 2013 Image by GovernmentZA Minister in the Presidency for the National Planning Commission engages with the youth of New Brighton on National Development Plan at Nongoza Jebe Community Hall, Port Elizabeth. (Photo: GCIS) This image is automatically selected as … [Read more...] about National Development Plan discussions at Nongoza Jebe Community Hall in Port Elizabeth
Signs that a career in software development might be for you
Signs that a career in software development might be for you: Software development isn’t just about data structures, algorithms and measuring computation complexity. It’s about problem-solving, connecting people, improving business processes, and being commercially savvy. SMSPortal has just taken on four interns for software engineers, and Brett Skinner, SMSPortal’s software development manager has noticed something they all seem to have in common, and might be an indication that a computer … [Read more...] about Signs that a career in software development might be for you
106 township mechanics get lifeline
Nelson Mandela Bay’s township economy is set for a major boost with 106 mechanics inducted for the two-year Informal Automotive Service Centres Development Programme today. An initiative of the Uitenhage Despatch Development Initiative (UDDI) in partnership with Filpro, an enterprise development company established to empower informal automotive entrepreneurs in South Africa, the programme is the first of its kind for the Eastern Cape. The group of generalist mechanics, tyre repairs … [Read more...] about 106 township mechanics get lifeline
L’Oréal Accelerates Product Development for Sub-Saharan Africa Thanks to New Research & Innovation Center
L’Oréal Accelerates Product Development for Sub-Saharan Africa Thanks to New Research & Innovation Center: L’Oréal (www.LOreal.com) inaugurated today its new Research & Innovation Center to study African hair and skin specificities as well as the beauty routines and expectations of sub-Saharan consumers. The Research & Innovation Center in South Africa is the Group’s 7th R&I hub globally. It hosts product development, evaluation and advanced research teams and will employ … [Read more...] about L’Oréal Accelerates Product Development for Sub-Saharan Africa Thanks to New Research & Innovation Center
