News 11:00
BULLETIN 10 February 11 pm
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In this bulletin:
# Kholeka Gcaleka says she is committed to stabilising the Public Protector’s office
# Government has been urged to address the cycle of intergenerational poverty
#And, soccer is set for an officiating shake-up with the introduction of the blue card
# Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka expressed commitment to the institution’s stabilisation and producing quality investigations. She noted substantive efforts in human resources, digitisation, and outreach reforms to enhance responsiveness and data-centricity. Gcaleka faces pressure to ensure independence amid controversies surrounding her appointment. Despite political divisions, her nomination received approval in Parliament. Gcaleka’s underscores the importance of impartiality and efficacy in addressing public concerns.
Justice minister Ronald Lamola has meanwhile likened rebuilding the National Prosecuting Authority and establishing its Investigating Directorate to an act of fixing a plane mid-flight. He expressed confidence in the NPA Amendment Bill’s passage, anticipating it before Parliament’s March recess. The legislation aims to institutionalize the directorate with robust investigative powers. Lamola says government is committed to combatting corruption and strengthening law enforcement agencies amid ongoing challenges posed by the aftermath of state capture.
The Government has been urged to put plans into action to address intergenerational poverty among South African youth effectively. Statistics show, adults who were impoverished during childhood are more likely to remain poor in adulthood. DG Murray Trust CEO David Harrison has emphasised to Newzroom Afrika the importance of prioritising quality education, early childhood development, and proper nutrition amongst disadvantaged children to break the cycle of poverty:
In other news, Namibia’s Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation has refuted social media claims alleging neglect of Angolan children selling and begging in Namibian towns. Executive director Penda Naanda dismissed the messages as misleading, affirming ongoing collaboration between the two countries to address the issue and find lasting solutions for the affected children:
# And, to end with, Soccer: The sport is bracing for a major officiating overhaul as the International Soccer Association Board approved the introduction of the blue card in professional matches. Speaking to Sky News, Ref Support UK CEO Martin Cassidy explains players will receive a ten-minute sin-bin sanction for dissent or cynical fouls. The measure, part of sin-bin trials, is expected to debut in next season’s FA Cup, pending today’s final decision announcement:
Stay tuned for more news………….