Hlabisa to meet unions over the future of CWP participants

1 minute Cooperative Governance Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has announced plans to meet with labour unions this week to find solutions for continuing support for the Community Work Programme (CWP) participants aged 55 and older amid budget challenges. The announcement comes after Hlabisa extended contracts for these workers until the end of March. In August 2024,…

Read More

Hlabisa to meet unions regarding Community Work Programme

[File image] Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa speaking at a government event. 1 minute Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa says he will meet with labour unions this week to explore solutions to continue supporting the Community Work Programme participants aged 55 and older, despite budgetary constraints. This follows his decision to extend the contracts…

Read More

Former ANC MP Bruce Kannemeyer passes away

1 minute Former African National Congress (ANC) MP Bruce Kannemeyer passes away at the age of 60. In a statement released this morning, the provincial ANC described him as a loyal servant of the people and a committed advocate for unity and justice. The former teacher was an active member of the Western Cape Teachers…

Read More