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DA wants clarity on Sassa CEO’s suspension 
By: Thabi Shomolekae 19th December 2024 The Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Western Cape on Thursday called on Social Development Minister Nokuzola Tolashe to provide clarity on the... →
Network Statement a major step in rail reform – B4SA
By: Schalk Burger 20th December 2024 Industry organisation Business for South Africa (B4SA) welcomes the release of the Network Statement as an exciting and significant milestone in... →
Ramaphosa assents to National Nuclear Regulator Amendment Bill
By: Thabi Shomolekae 19th December 2024 President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday assented to the National Nuclear Regulator Amendment Bill, which provides for nuclear safety oversight,... →
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FUL November Newsletter – Major events relating to the judiciary and the rule of law
29th November 2024 This briefing note seeks to provide a short overview of significant events in the preceding month, relating to Freedom Under Law’s work on the... →
A Closer Look at South Africa’s Approach to Climate Change and the G20
29th November 2024 Both COP28 and the G20 committed to triple renewables but where is the money going to come from? Climate change is particularly important for South... →
State surveillance: Kenyans have a right to privacy – does the government respect it?
29th November 2024 The Kenyan government is using technology to improve governance, service delivery and national security. The progress, while welcome, has brought... →
South Sudan’s ‘game of thrones’ continues
29th November 2024 The fourth postponement of elections in less than a decade raises doubts South Sudan will ever reach democracy. After the fourth extension of South... →
Recommendations
Debt swaps won’t save us: the urgent need for debt cancellation and grant-based climate finance
13th November 2024 Debt swaps for climate and conservation goals have experienced a resurgence in recent years. As COP29 negotiations kick off, they are presented as... →
A technology taxonomy for public financial management
13th November 2024 Technology decisions involve making trade-offs, which are best done in the context of the end-to-end service that the technology supports. Until... →
Unpacking Cyber Resilience
12th November 2024 In today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, cyber threats are becoming increasingly complex. Recognizing that individuals and organizations cannot... →
Disrupting Cybercrime Networks: A Collaboration Framework
12th November 2024 Collaborations between industry experts and the public sector are disrupting cybercrime. This white paper, developed by the World Economic Forum’s... →
Statements
Happening in Parliament this week
9th December 2024 The Speaker of the National Assembly (NA), Ms Thoko Didiza, is leading a multiparty parliamentary delegation to the 56th Southern African... →
SACP congratulates SWAPO on electoral victory
9th December 2024 The South African Communist Party (SACP) congratulates the South West Africa People's Organisation (SWAPO) on its electoral victory in the recent... →
Committee chairperson welcomes court ruling to strike Zuko Nonxuba from the roll of legal practitioners
9th December 2024 The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Health, Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo, welcomes the recent ruling by the Western Cape High Court to strike... →
ActionSA Wishes Tshwane Councillor ‘Senior Leader’ Well in Move to DA
9th December 2024 ActionSA notes the announcement by the DA communicating their signing of Councillor Novina Pillay. The DA’s attribution of the rank of “senior... →
Press Offices
Can an employee get paid additional remuneration by the company they are seconded to?
28th November 2024 This was the question the Labour Appeal Court had to consider in RFS Administrators v Samons and others. The core of the dispute involved... →
Privacy and Data Protection: Safeguarding Your Constitutional Right in the Digital Age
28th November 2024 In today's interconnected world, where digital platforms dominate communication, commerce, and social interaction, privacy and data protection have... →
Legal Strategies for Succession Planning – Blending Family and Business
28th November 2024 When a company shareholder passes away, several questions arise regarding the fate of their shares. Since shares represent ownership and can... →
Data Privacy Compliance in Collaboration Agreements: Navigating the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
27th November 2024 In an increasingly digital age, businesses and creators are leveraging collaborations to broaden their reach and enhance customer engagement.... →
