Unakho Kewana is dependent on electricity for her oxygen supply. Photo supplied When the power goes off, it is a scary moment for Unako Kewana. The East London 18-year-old depends on electricity to breathe properly. She breathes with the assistance of a device that supplies oxygen. When the power is off she has to reduce the amount of oxygen the device delivers or it runs out … [Read more...] about For Unakho Kewana, loadshedding is life-threatening
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Khayelitsha murder case postponed for fifth time since May
Phumeza Ndlwana, the sister of Phelokazi Mqathanya, joined the Free Gender march earlier this year to raise awareness about delays in her sister’s case. Archive photo: Mary-Anne Gontsana There is growing frustration and anger among the relatives of Phelokazi Mqathanya. The trial against her alleged murderer was postponed for a fifth time since 5 May at the Khayelitsha … [Read more...] about Khayelitsha murder case postponed for fifth time since May
Employees’ rights: what does the law say about Covid vaccination?
Illustration: lisa Nelson In the past year, the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) has delivered several arbitration awards which have upheld the dismissals of employees who refused to get vaccinated against Covid. But a recent award has created some confusion about whether this is still allowed and under what circumstances. On 22 June, CCMA … [Read more...] about Employees’ rights: what does the law say about Covid vaccination?
The roof of this primary school is an accident waiting to happen
The roof of Mohokone Primary in Ga-Kgapane is rusted and leaking and the trusses are broken. Photo: Ezekiel Kekana Frank Itswene, principal of Mohokone Primary in Ga-Kgapane village, says the roof of his school is a constant worry for him. He has pleaded for a new building with the education office for Mopani District, Limpopo, but has not received any support. The rusting, … [Read more...] about The roof of this primary school is an accident waiting to happen
Cape township homes in the dark as technicians fear for their safety
This is one of the transformers in Philippi East that has been faulty for two months. However Eskom and the City say the area is not safe enough for them to send people to do repairs. Photo: Siphokazi Mnyobe Families in Philippi East, Cape Town, say they have been without electricity for nearly two months. The City of Cape Town and Eskom say they need to hire security guards … [Read more...] about Cape township homes in the dark as technicians fear for their safety
