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Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Media Statement: Statement of the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies on the Withdrawal of the South African Broadcasting (SABC) Bill by Minister Malatsi

To withdraw the Bill at this stage means to delay the implementation of crucial reforms necessary to save yet another crucial and strategic public institution

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies, Ms Khusela Sangoni Diko, has noted with grave concern the decision of the Minister of Communication and Digital Technologies, Mr Solly Malatsi, to withdraw the South African Broadcasting (SABC) Bill from Parliament, as reported in the Sunday Times today,…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Media Statement: Small Business Development Committee Chairperson Welcomes Closure of Six Non-compliant Wholesalers in Free State

Ms Matsholo Mmolotsane, a member of the committee formed part of a joint operation to conduct inspections at these wholesales by officials from Fezile Dabi District Municipality, Metsimaholo Local Municipality and the South African Police Service

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Small Business Development, Ms Masefako Dikgale, has welcomed the closure of six wholesales that did not comply with the Department of Health’s regulations on general hygiene requirement for food premises, the transportation of food and related matters in Free State’s Fezile Dabi District.…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Media Statement: Select Committee Receives Briefing from AG on Audit Outcomes for Departments of Forestry, Mineral Resources, and Electricity

The role of the South African National Energy Development Institute (SANEDI) was also discussed, with committee members recognising its importance in supporting government initiatives for sustainable energy practices

The Select Committee on Agriculture, Land Reform, and Mineral Resources received a briefing from the Auditor-General of South Africa (AG) on the audit outcomes of the Department Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, the Department of Mineral Resources, and the Department of Electricity and Energy for the 2023/24 financial year. The…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Media Statement: Statement by Health Committee Chairperson and National Economic Development and Labour Council (NEDLAC) on Consultation on Tobacco Bill

The Chairperson appreciated the commitment exhibited by NEDLAC to consultation and is of the view that it embodies the founding values of consultation enshrined in our Constitution and the NEDLAC Act

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Health, Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo, and Ms Lisa Seftel, the Executive Director of the National Economic Development and Labour Council (NEDLAC) have endorsed a consultation process between NEDLAC and the Department of Health on the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill (B33-2022).…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Media Statement: Chairperson Concerned by Non-Adherence to Directive on Reporting a Missing Person

The Chairperson also highlighted that the prevention of filing such reports is concerning in the context of the increased prevalence of kidnappings in South Africa

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police, Mr Ian Cameron, is extremely concerned by growing reports of members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) turning people away when they try to open a missing person report, on the basis of a non-existent 24-hour rule. The committee has in…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Media Statement: Upington Residents Say Tobacco Bill Is Based on International Best Practice on Tobacco Regulation

Those supporting the Bill argued that vapes have inherent harmful products that are not clearly set out that might be harmful to consumers

The Portfolio Committee on Health has concluded three successful public hearings on the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill (B33-2022) in the Northern Cape province. The committee is satisfied that contributions made by residents of the Northern Cape were insightful and will ensure consideration of broader perspectives by…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Media Statement: Chairperson Welcomes Castle Evictions but Highlights Need for Housing Opportunities in Urban Areas

Mr Seabi cautioned about the continued inclination to plan without effectively implementing plans to enable access to housing in cities

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Human Settlements, Mr Nocks Seabi, welcomed the eviction and relocation of people who had illegally occupied the grounds of the Castle of Good Hope in the City of Cape Town. Still, he highlighted that the occupation underscored the continued challenge of access to…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Media Statement: Public Works Chairperson Notes Unsafe High Court Building in Mbombela Due to Maintenance Problems

The inspectors reportedly uncovered a range of issues, including unsanitary conditions such as wastewater leaking from upper-floor offices into lower floors, creating a severe health hazard

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Public Works and Infrastructure, Ms Carol Phiri, has voiced serious concern over reports revealing that the High Court building in Mbombela, Mpumalanga Province, has been found “non-compliant” with occupational health and safety (OHS) standards. According to these reports, an investigation by inspectors from…

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Media Statement: Home Affairs Chairperson Reminds People to Contribute to Electoral Reform Panel Call for Public Submissions

The Electoral Reform Consultation Panel is a critical body that was established to examine the current electoral system and many others across the world, as per section 23 (9) (b) of the Electoral Amendment Act of 2023

The Chairperson of Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs, Mr Mosa Chabane, has called on the public, political parties and prospective independent candidates to effectively contribute by making public comments to the Electoral Reform Consultation Panel by 31 October 2024. The panel has extended its deadline to 31 October following a…

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Media Statement: Committee on Women Elects New Chairperson and Adopts Its Budgetary Review and Recommendation Report (BRRR)

The report includes recommendations aimed at addressing concerns in areas such as employment equity, financial management and stakeholder engagement

The Portfolio Committee on Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities elected Ms Liezl van der Merwe as its new Chairperson in its meeting yesterday. Ms van der Merwe, who was unanimously elected by members of the committee, expressed her commitment to serving the committee to the best of her ability.…