The Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice & Dignity Group's Household Affordability Index has noted increases in items including maize meal (2%), rice (3%), chicken livers (2%) & white bread (3%) in July 2024. The index has revealed a 5% or more, increase in the prices for basic food items such as samp (6%), eggs (5%), and green pepper (6%). For more on this, SAFMNews Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Programme Coordinator for the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice and Dignity Group, Mervyn Abrahams.

The Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice &amp; Dignity Group's Household Affordability Index has noted increases in items including maize meal (2%), rice (3%), chicken livers (2%) &amp; white bread (3%) in July 2024. The index has revealed a 5% or more, increase in the prices for basic food items such as samp (6%), eggs (5%), and green pepper (6%). For more on this, SAFMNews Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Programme Coordinator for the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice and Dignity Group, Mervyn Abrahams.

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Household Affordability Index reveals samp, eggs and green pepper were among food items with 5% or more, price increase in July 2024

The South African Police Service is urging all population groups to consider careers in policing. This follows concerns on social media that the latest cohort of recruits consists exclusively of African applicants. SAPS says the composition reflects the applicant pool and recruitment process. Of more than one-million applications received, the overwhelming majority were from African applicants. SAPS says it will intensify outreach to underrepresented communities while maintaining fair, transparent and inclusive recruitment standards. SAPS national spokesperson is Brigadier Athlenda Mathe

The South African Police Service is urging all population groups to consider careers in policing. This follows concerns on social media that the latest cohort of recruits consists exclusively of African applicants. SAPS says the composition reflects the applicant pool and recruitment process. Of more than one-million applications received, the overwhelming majority were from African applicants. SAPS says it will intensify outreach to underrepresented communities while maintaining fair, transparent and inclusive recruitment standards. SAPS national spokesperson is Brigadier Athlenda Mathe

SAPS urges all population groups to consider policing career

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has announced its intention to investigate what South Africans pay for mobile and broadband services. The regulator says high communication costs continue to affect low-income households, rural communities and young people. The market inquiry will examine the reasons behind these costs and their impact on consumers. ICASA will also consider possible regulatory measures to make telecommunications more affordable and accessible. To help us unpack what this inquiry could mean for consumers, Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Duncan McLeod, founder and managing editor of TechCentral

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has announced its intention to investigate what South Africans pay for mobile and broadband services. The regulator says high communication costs continue to affect low-income households, rural communities and young people. The market inquiry will examine the reasons behind these costs and their impact on consumers. ICASA will also consider possible regulatory measures to make telecommunications more affordable and accessible. To help us unpack what this inquiry could mean for consumers, Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Duncan McLeod, founder and managing editor of TechCentral

Duncan McLeod says ICASA’s market inquiry could test whether consumers are getting fair value for their mobile data and broadband prices. 

Acting National Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Puleng Dimpane has opened an investigation into the injury to a SAPS K9 at one of the service’s training and veterinary facilities. The exact extent of K9 Sky’s injuries is not clear at this stage; however, Sky is currently receiving veterinary care. The Acting National Commissioner has directed a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident, including Sky’s accommodation, supervision, care and compliance with applicable procedures and standards. National Police spokesperson is Athlenda Mathe 

Acting National Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Puleng Dimpane has opened an investigation into the injury to a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3VKhnoCGfw">SAPS K9</a> at one of the service&rsquo;s training and veterinary facilities. The exact extent of K9 Sky&rsquo;s injuries is not clear at this stage; however, Sky is currently receiving veterinary care. The Acting National Commissioner has directed a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident, including Sky&rsquo;s accommodation, supervision, care and compliance with applicable procedures and standards. National&nbsp;Police spokesperson is Athlenda Mathe&nbsp;

Household Affordability Index reveals samp, eggs and green pepper were among food items with 5% or more, price increase in July 2024

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