29 Dec 2023

POPULAR TikToker and bogus doctor Matthew Lani is angry with the Gauteng Department of Health.  

He plans to file for damages in civil court against the department for allegedly banning him from entering public healthcare facilities.  

Matthew told Daily Sun that he hasn’t been able to access clinics and hospitals to get his medication.

29 Nov 2023

The head of the Human Rights Commission of South Africa in Mpumalanga, Selby Monyama, Zenzele Nkosi and the Nkomazi delegation attend the dialogue. Photo: Suppliedaenzele Nkosi Children's rights in the spotlight MBOMBELA The Human Rights Commission of South Africa SAHRC in Mpumalanga hosted a Child Rights Dialogue on Saturday, which saw children between the ages of 12 and 16 from across the province gathering at The Capital Hotel.

02 Dec 2023

THE festive season has officially opened and if you're in Cape Town, you're in luck. The Mother City is buzzing with fresh and vibrant entertainment spaces and what's even better, it's free. With the recent free street jol at the Festive Lights SwitchOn event getting Cape Town into the festive spirit, gear up for yet another highenergy celebration as the Cape Town Arts Festival hits the streets on December 9 and 10 at the Castle of Good Hope. Join local performances by YoungstaCPT, DJ Ready D, Dee Koala, Kristi Louw and a host of other creative artists for a free weekend of fun, artistic expression, inspiration and escapism that celebrates Cape Town's bountiful talent. Everyone is invited. The list of fun things to do includes: The Art of Wellness each day begins with a free wellness session featuring tai chi, Zumba and yoga.

06 Dec 2023

Thousands of EC children dewormed, immunised The department of health in the Eastern Cape has targeted children and dewormed 5,184 children while 4,384 children were immunised. "We are concerned with the rate of malnutrition in the province as recently highlighted by the SA Human Rights Commission report "During our buildup campaign to the World Aids Day December 1 , we identified 27 children with moderate acute malnutrition and 12 with severe acute malnutrition.

18 Dec 2023

HUMAN RIGHTS CRISIS Water provided by 50% of municipalities 'unsafe' IN LATE November, annoyed South Africans took to social media to rightly criticise President Cyril Ramaphosa's trip to rural Jozini, KwaZuluNatal for the launching of a tap. While the President's spin doctors tried to fix the fallout, citizens were not fooled. Many of those who commented pointed out the obvious. A country like South Africa should not be celebrating a community getting something as basic as a tap in their own home, let alone a communal one close to their homes, as was the occasion of Ramaphosa's visit. As though that was not embarrassing enough, Ramaphosa only sprinkled a few drops on his hands and did not drink water from the same tap the community of Jozini is now expected to drink from, gratefully and happily. Citizens on social media were correct to ask why the president did not drink the water if he was convinced that there are no questions over its safeness for human consumption.

08 Dec 2023

THE highlyawaited Jazz on the Lawn JOL 2023 is set to make a comeback at the Bevcan Sports Field in Epping on December 16 from noon. This event is a testament to the love for jazz in Cape Town, and you can find it everywhere from street corners to local bars and live concerts. The festive season is an ideal time to soak in the jazzy vibes of the city, with Jazz on The Lawn a highlight on the Cape Town festival calendar. The lineup for this year, handpicked by acclaimed musician Uncle Cal, is a mix of oldschool legends and new faces, from the Cape Flats and beyond. From the experienced pros to the rising stars, this diverse group is set to showcase the best of live Cape jazz music. The lineup will include: CW Music Foundation: Led by musician Cameron Ward, the initiative mentors Cape Flats youngsters.

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Saturday, 31 December 2023

The South African Human Rights Commission (the SAHRC or the Commission) is concerned with the recent flash floods that affected the area of Ladysmith and other surrounding areas, as well as the adverse weather conditions (heavy rains) which continue to affect some parts of the KwaZulu- Natal Province. The Commission appeals for the observance of human rights in responding to the flash floods and adverse weather conditions which continue to affect the most vulnerable communities.  The Commission calls on the Provincial Government and relevant stakeholders to ensure rapid and constant responsiveness to this on-going crisis.  The Commission further calls on communities to exercise caution during these periods and to aid their fellow residents where possible.

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21 December 2023

International Human Rights Day is annually celebrated on the 10 December to commemorate the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). Under this declaration, states pledge to uphold, respect, and promote the rights of all people. The 2023 United Nations (UN) theme for International Human Rights Day is “Dignity, Freedom, and Justice for All”.

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18 December 2023

The South African Human Rights Commission’s (the Commission) Western Cape Provincial Office (WCPO) will be hosting a human rights awareness outreach in commemoration of International Human Rights Day at the Haven Night Shelter, Napier Street, Cape Town, on Monday 18 December 2023. The commemoration of International Human Rights Day celebrates the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights as a foundational international agreement regarding fundamental rights every year on 10 December.

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12 December 2023

The South African Human Rights Commission’s (the Commission) Gauteng Provincial Office will embark on a monitoring roadshow in various parts of the Gauteng Province. The road show forms part of the Gauteng Provincial Offices monitoring initiatives aimed at assessing the observance and respect of human rights across the province. The districts to be visited during the roadshow include Ekurhuleni Municipality, Sedibeng District Municipality and the City of Johannesburg.