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Revamping South Africa’s Immigration System: Minister Leon Schreiber’s Campaign 30 September 2024 – 21:16 By TIMES LIVE PREMIUM EDITORIAL Minister Leon Schreiber’s home affairs @ home campaign aims to tackle the issues of misrepresentation and fraud plaguing South Africa’s immigration system. This initiative seeks to improve the integrity of the country’s immigration processes, addressing long-standing challenges that have tarnished the nation’s reputation. While the campaign sounds promising, some skeptics view it as a reprisal of previous government efforts. However, Minister Schreiber’s determination to bring about meaningful change gives hope to many who have been disillusioned by the inefficiencies of the…
Many Municipalities in Crisis: Operation Vulindlela Making a Positive Impact 08 August 2024 – 05:22 By TIMES LIVE PREMIUM EDITORIAL Many municipalities in South Africa are facing severe financial constraints, leading to a crisis in delivering essential services. Since its launch in 2020, Operation Vulindlela has emerged as a beacon of hope in this challenging landscape. In recent years, many local governments across the country have struggled to meet the needs of their communities due to budget shortages. Operation Vulindlela, a government initiative aimed at improving service delivery and economic growth, has been instrumental in addressing these issues. The program…
Ending Racism: Moving from Reaction to Action In our society, incidents of racism have unfortunately become all too common. It’s time for us to stop simply reacting to each individual episode of discrimination, and instead focus on addressing the root causes of racism. By taking proactive and consistent steps, we can work towards creating a more inclusive and equitable world for all. Rather than waiting for the next incident to occur, we can start by educating ourselves and others about the harmful impacts of prejudice and discrimination. By engaging in open and honest conversations about race, we can begin to…
Adaptation measures must be supported by a robust early warning system to reduce losses 15 July 2024 – 22:58 By TIMES LIVE PREMIUM EDITORIAL The recent devastation in Tongaat, KwaZulu-Natal, serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for effective climate change adaptation measures. The impact of climate change is becoming increasingly apparent, and the need for action is more pressing than ever. One crucial aspect of these adaptation measures is the implementation of a robust early warning system. Such a system can help communities prepare for extreme weather events and minimize losses. By providing timely information and alerts,…