A few months ago my neighbour and I were the victims of five burglaries in a matter of four weeks. Meanwhile, others in the area were also reporting similar criminal activities. At a crime sector meeting, a SAPS General disclosed and boasted about reduced crime statistics. This left me speechless, as it was obvious that we, as community were just a bunch of whingers. A few days … [Read more...] about SAPS statistics and the flawed CPF – again
Southern Kings Super Rugby Investigation
The South African Rugby Union (SARU) has established an investigation into a suspected breach of SARU’s Vodacom Super Rugby participation agreement by the Southern Kings. Jurie Roux, CEO of SARU, contacted Cheeky Watson, the chairman of the Kings board, on Tuesday to advise him of the inquiry and also to caution him against any potential breaches. The matter was discussed by an … [Read more...] about Southern Kings Super Rugby Investigation
There are no jobs – Mboweni
Former Reserve Bank Governor Tito Mboweni has called on South Africa to get real on matters of the economy, employment, capital and corruption. Mboweni was delivering his keynote address at the launch of the fourth edition of the Coega Development Corporation (CDC) Perspectives journal today. “Be wary of any politician who comes to you to promise jobs. There are no jobs,” said … [Read more...] about There are no jobs – Mboweni
Port Elizabeth in the News on 20 March 2013
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Maths Skills Add up to Higher Earnings
Angela Harrison (Education correspondent of the BBC News) reports that a recent study shows that maths skills add up to higher earnings. The British government-funded studywas carried out by the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS). While the study was conducted in England where the government is overhauling the maths curriculum at primary school it is not country or culture … [Read more...] about Maths Skills Add up to Higher Earnings
