A former Greater Kokstad Local Municipality IT manager has had more than R2.7 million in pension benefits frozen. The action follows a Special Investigating Unit (SIU) investigation into a R5.27 million software tender. The Special Tribunal granted an interim preservation order blocking the KwaZulu-Natal Joint Municipal Pension Fund from paying out R2,768,021.42 to Yaw Owusu-Boakye.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for stronger cooperation between government, business and labour. He said this is essential as South Africa positions its automotive industry for the next phase of manufacturing. Speaking at a gala dinner in Kariega last night, Ramaphosa said South Africa must build on its established manufacturing base and skilled workforce. He
The newly established National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide has begun its work, with Government outlining its priorities for tackling the country’s GBVF crisis. Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Sindisiwe Chikunga said the Council’s inaugural meeting on Monday marked a major step towards establishing a coordinated national response.