Johannesburg 24 February 2017 - In a world filled with violence, terrorism and injustice, to many, the idea of peace has become merely just a vision as these unsettling acts continue to affect innocent people in communities around the globe. Violence serves as a reminder of how relevant and necessary peace is in today’s society. The Peace is Possible campaign encourages all individuals and communities to come together to overcome obstacles that stand in the way of peace. Youth-led organisation Junior Chamber International South Africa (JC1) believes that the collective actions of community coalitions will bring humanity closer to establishing an everlasting world peace. For this reason, JCI South Africa, through the Peace is Possible campaign chaired by Mr Tshepo Thlaku, seeks to foster an environment where shared collaboration and open dialogue occur between all sectors of society, making peace more than just a vision — but a possibility. The campaign mobilizes young people worldwide to create awareness, advocate, take action and commit to an everlasting world peace. The worldwide adoption of the Global Goals for Sustainable Development is just one step toward achieving this peace. As JCI, we believe that it will take the collaborative effort of active citizens everywhere, working to advance these 17 goals, to make peace possible. The dialogue – titled Peace, Equality and Justice - will take place at Regiment, 35 Ferguson Road, Sandton on the 28th of February, from 18:00 – 20:00. The dialogue will be moderated by Mr Thlaku, with JCI Secretary General – Mr Arrey Obenson as one of the panel members alongside Betreace Achaleka – Author of Follow me to Africa, JCI SOUTH Africa National President – Bridgett Majola, JCI Tshwane Local Treasurer – Kholisa Ngalo and Founder and CEO of Her Luxury Material - Ms Dorothy Amuah. JCI focuses on developing skills, knowledge and understanding among young South Africans. The purpose of the organisation is to empower youth to be …
Disabled vote raises wheelchair awareness
In a prelude to the SPAR Wheelchair Wednesday campaign, disabled voters in Nelson Mandela Bay received an opportunity yesterday to ensure they contributed to the municipal elections. Thanks to a special dispensation approved by the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), voting stations were set up at various points in the metropole, allowing people with disabilities to make their mark. The voting opportunity will help to raise awareness of SPAR's Wheelchair Wednesday campaign which is held annually in collaboration with the Association for Persons with Physical Disabilities (APD). "The voting process today (Tuesday) helped to raise awareness of the difficulties faced by about 100 000 disabled people in Nelson Mandela Bay on a daily basis," said APD executive director Brian Bezuidenhout. "We want to give those disabled people a chance to empower themselves, to make sure they have the right to vote, and we acknowledge the role the IEC played in making this possible." The SPAR Wheelchair Wednesday campaign was initiated five years ago to raise awareness of those who have physical disabilities. This year's campaign will be launched on August 10 when SPAR Eastern Cape and APD use the opportunity to demonstrate to able-bodied people the challenges faced by disabled people. The election process was appreciated by residents of Cheshire Homes, who had a voting station on their premises. "I would like to thank the IEC for making it very simple for the physically disabled to vote," said Cheshire Homes resident Rodney Lavin. "They have done a wonderful job on educating the people how to vote and also allowing it to be wheelchair friendly." Jackson Gqomo and Dan Mkele also used the opportunity to vote at the Cheshire station. "I'm glad to be able to vote and to put my cross for my party," said Gqomo. "I want to see them help us as a people who live with disability." Mkele also expressed his delight with being able to vote. "I'm feeling …
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Free our people
The time has come for Kouga residents to sit up and notice as the newly proposed ward candidates for ward 4 and 5 are made known. Since the adoption of democracy in 1994, the ANC has ruled this municipal region with the DA as the official opposition. However,things for the coloured communities of ward 4 and 5 has gone from bad to worse and as a result, these residents have lost their faith in the ruling party and thus, five years ago, they elected two DA councillors to serve in those two wards. Now five years later, they are at wits end as the DA councillors are equally as bad as their ANC counterparts. Just as the coloured people resigned themselves to yet another oppressive five years, a bright green storm came raging through Kouga and other regions in the form of Patriotic Alliance, a political party founded in 2013 by businessmen Gayton Mckenzie and Kenny Kunene. The regional executive leader in Kouga, Jerome Jacobs is contesting against the controversial ex-UDM MPL Tyrone Liberty of the ANC and the present ward councillor, Freddie Campher of the DA said that he is confident that the PA will make a significant impact in the coming local election, scheduled for 3 August this year. "Our coloured people might be kicked aside, beaten, trampled on but we are not out of the fight. We as the PA strife to rebuild our nation.we want to reclaim and restore our stolen dignity. We are here to stay and to serve our people," he said, "the PA chose their candidates from out of the communities that are most grossly marginalized because living with the challenges of the people and serving the communities will be a personal affair for them," concluded Jacobs. The candidates for ward 5 are Antheo Novem (PA), Pieter Hans (ANC) and current councillor, Desmond Pieterse (DA). Author: Jerome Jacobs CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za. …
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Kevin Rudd, Chair of Independent Commission on Multilateralism and Former Australia PM, Meets with SA Government
Former Australian Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, now Chair of the Independent Commission on Multilateralism (ICM) is in South Africa this week to discuss the commission’s evaluation of the current multilateral system and how it can adapt to address key global challenges. During his visit to South Africa, Mr Rudd will meet with President Jacob Zuma and Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa to discuss the country’s role in the multilateral system as a member of the international community. The ICM was established in September 2014 to lead expert-level discussions on how multilateral systems can increase impact and purpose in the 21st century. The ICM’s discussions focus on an examination of new global challenges, the evolution of organized violence, the current multilateral architecture, and recommendations for reform. The goal of the commission is to undertake a comprehensive review of multilateral institutions with a view of formulating proposals for change to increase global security and development within and among nations through open, responsive and effective collaboration. The ICM’s findings will culminate in a comprehensive final report by the end of 2016 with independent recommendations to inform the strategy of the new United Nations (UN) Secretary General, who will be elected this year to succeed Ban Ki-Moon. President Jacob Zuma and Mr Rudd will assess progress in key areas of transformation including inequality, terrorism, climate change, urbanization, pandemic disease, and migration. South Africa, a key political and economic player on the continent, is expected to add an important voice to the commission’s findings. Mr Rudd will be available for interviews following a press briefing on Friday, 27 May. Time: 9:30 am to 10:30 am Place: Fairlawns Boutique Hotel, Alma Road, Sandton, Johannesburg. To confirm attendance, please email mkalinda@africacommunicationsgroup.com. CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za. …
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The Big issue Breakfast with Vusi Pikoli
Nkandla and corruption: The Constitutional Court and North Gauteng High Court rulings: The implications for South Africa Speaker: Vusi Pikoli, head of the Western Cape's Police Ombudsman's office, former head of the NPA and author of My Second Initiation. The man who was fired for doing the right thing will speak about the implications of the Constitutional Court and High Court rulings as they relate to Nkandla and corruption. CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za. …
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Shocking revelations made in Dr Mulalo Nemavhandu’s compelling new book uncovering the true origins of Aids and HIV
Number one bestselling author, Dr Mulalo Nemavhandu has released the never-before-told story, The True Origin of HIV & Aids: Secret Revealed. Re-Released February 16, 2016 and available for purchase from Amazon. Having been the subject of contentious debate for decades, Dr Mulalo Nemavhandu has uncovered what has puzzled scientists from around the world since Aids came to light in the 1980s. Readers should prepare to be shocked by the revelations made in this 154 paged non-fiction medical mystery. Over 34 million people in the world are living with HIV and AIDS, with 15 thousand new infections every day and an estimated 17 million AIDS orphans. With this book we can begin to better understand where the suffering began. Dr Mulalo Nemavhandu explains, “We owe the millions of those who died, those living with HIV or AIDS and those that will be infected in the future, the truth and nothing but the truth.” “Aids is no longer a disease, it’s a human rights issue” ~ Nelson Mandela YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRf7oj8Z2bc CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za. …
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HelpAge International urges African leaders to adopt protocol on the rights of older people
HelpAge International is urging African heads of state to adopt a protocol on older people’s rights, at the 26th Summit of the African Union meeting in Ethiopia this week. Dr Prafula Mishra, Regional Director at HelpAge International said, “Adoption of this Protocol provides the opportunity for African heads of state to demonstrate their commitment to every African’s human rights, at every stage of their life. It is a fitting way to mark the beginning of 2016: African Year of Human Rights.” Older people across Africa can face harmful, negative ageist attitudes and behaviour towards them. When asked how they were discriminated against, an older person from Cameroon said, “The doctor avoids touching me when consulting me.” A man from Uganda said, “I am considered a spent force with nothing left to contribute to society, that I have had my turn and should give way to the youth.” An older person from South Africa said, “South Africa is no different to most other nations, in that older persons often are discriminated against or experience inequality in society.” Older women and men are also denied their human rights across different aspects of their lives. They are subjected to different types of violence and abuse, denied access to health care and an adequate standard of living and treated with disrespect because of their older age. In a study conducted by HelpAge International in Mozambique in 2012, 74 per cent of older people surveyed said they had experienced at least one form of violence and abuse since the age of fifty, 22 per cent said their health needs had been neglected, 30 per cent said they had been refused work while 27 per cent said they had been refused a loan. 51 percent said that other people looked down at them and or treated them in a humiliating, shameful or degrading way. “This protocol provides a framework for governments to end ageism and discrimination against older people in Africa,” said Jamillah Mwanjisi, Head of Policy, …
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The real issue behind youth unemployment and how to bypass the skills gap in South Africa!
Earlier this year, Business Day put the spotlight on the gravity of South Africa’s unemployment problem. It’s worse than it seems… You see, South Africa’s unemployment rate is about the same as Greece’s, at around 25%. And, if you cast your mind back a little, you’ll remember Greece ran the risk of being expelled from the EU because of its financial woes. The truth is, Greece clocked this 25% unemployment rate after six long years of recession. South Africa’s clocking that same rate following five years of economic growth. “But Europe’s in a completely different league,” you may be thinking. So let’s look a bit closer to home then… The International Labour Organisation (ILO) published its World Employment and Social Outlook report in January this year. In this report, youth unemployment (15-24 year olds) for sub-Saharan Africa is in the region of 11.8%. If you multiply that by four, you still won’t get to South Africa’s youth unemployment figure of 52%. But it gets worse than this! In 2013, more than 800,000 jobs in South Africa couldn’t be filled according to Enrico Jacobs, Director at the Belgium Campus. The majority of these occupations were in the medical, accounting, engineering and IT fields. Clearly, the REAL problem is that we have a serious skills gap in South Africa. YDx Trax research shows an increasing despondence among the youth of South Africa because of this. SA’s youth are unsure about whether SA will be a better place for them in the future – with only one in three young adults (19-24 year olds) saying they’re positive about their future in South africa. 87% of teens (13-18 year olds) are worried about SA’s economic performance; and 1 in 2 (51%) agree with the statement that they would like to leave SA (for a better job/opportunity/education overseas). So where to from here? Six steps South African businesses AND government can take to help curb youth unemployment Let’s face it, there are no winners when you …
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Blind Left in the Dark – Cry for Help as Government Pulls the Plug on Funding
The Institute for the Blind could soon face closure because of the Department of Labour pulling the plug on funding and Lotto contributions and donations drying up, which could result in the 530 blind and disabled people housed at the Institute’s facilities literally living on the streets if substantial financial help doesn’t come soon to help with annual costs of over R51-million a year. The Institute only receives 15% of its funding from the State and the Institute’s fundraising department is solely responsible for raising the balance of 85% of the total costs (R43 641 186). This is according to Freddie Botha, Executive Head of the Institute for the Blind, who says that the sudden unexpected loss of a subsidy from the Department of Labour, which the Institute has been receiving for the last 20 years of the new dispensation and many years before that, is a big blow to the Institute, which was established in 1881 to empower persons who are blind, partially sighted or deaf-blind, including visually impaired persons with additional disabilities; by means of offering education, training, development and care towards a fulfilled life. The R51-million annual running costs includes R29-million training services costs, caring services and administration, and over R18-million towards operating costs of the Institute’s production units, which provide employment for blind and visually impaired people. The Institute also subsidizes the Pioneer School for the Blind (R4.2-million per year) which serves the needs of blind, partially sighted and deaf-blind learners as well as learners with multiple disabilities from pre-school, primary and secondary levels with specialized education needs not catered for by mainstream academic institutions. “Support from the State for this very specialised education has been totally insufficient,” says global adventurer and motivational speaker Hein Wagner, who attended the Pioneer School for the Blind from the age of five, and is …
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REPUBLICAN DEMOCRATS – SOUTH AFRICA’S NEWEST POLITICAL PARTY
Press Release The Republican Democrats registered with the IEC as a political party in South Africa Issued by: Republican Democrats ATTENTION: NEWS EDITORS FOR IMMEDIATE MEDIA RELEASE The Republican Democrats has been formally registered with the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) as a political party on the 06th November 2013. The Republican Democrats is a libertarian socialist organization whose political alignment is leftist. We stand for the advancement of freedom aspirations of all South Africans irrespective of their colour, creed and gender. In as far as policy is concerned, the Republican Democrats will advocate for real positive change in the following; Housing, Land, Education, Health-care, Criminal Justice System, Agriculture and the Economy. Republican Democrats intends contesting 2014 national elections. Membership of this organization is open to all South Africans from the age of 18 years. The President of the RD is Mosotho Motau; Deputy President – Thabo Maja; General Secretary – Adelaide Ramela; Enos Lebese – Deputy Secretary; James Lebelo – Treasurer and Fridah Malaka – Deputy Treasurer Enquiries: Adelaide Ramela on 072 521 8612 or email: repdemocratsza@gmail.com Issued by: Secretariat Republican Democrats More Info link:: Twitter: https://twitter.com/RepDemocratsZA Facebook: YouTube: Author: Adelaide Ramela from REPUBLICAN DEMOCRATS. Originally distributed by MyPR.co.za. No of Images Uploaded: Three Images: For high res version/s of these Three image/s please contact: REPUBLICAN DEMOCRATSClick on each to see larger image. Leadership of the RD President of the RD Photographer: George Msiza …