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Human Rights Day: eThekwini Municipality launches fleet of vehicles for employees with disabilities
The eThekwini Municipality has launched a new fleet of cars designed for employees with disabilities, promoting inclusivity and accessibility in the workplace.
Inclusive theatre revolution: Maynardville Festival leads the way for deaf audiences
Maynardville Festival has set a new standard for inclusivity by introducing full accessibility for deaf and hard-of-hearing audiences.
Nurse arrested and facing 20 years in prison for twerking on heads of disabled men
A nurse's viral TikTok videos of twerking on disabled patients have sparked outrage and led to her arrest, facing up to 20 years in prison for her shocking behaviour.
World Stroke Day: Know the signs says top surgeon and how to prevent a stroke
Quick action key to stroke prevention, warns top Durban surgeon during national stroke week
PICS: Limpopo old age centre closed, residents relocated due to human rights abuses
About 19 patients from the the Vutlhari Old Age and Disability Centre, in Sekgosese, Limpopo, has been moved to other facilities following the uncovering of violations of human rights for people living with disabilities and inhumane living conditions.
‘Life Esidimeni saga, Round Two’: DA wants Limpopo Social Development MEC to face Parliament over dire conditions at old age home
Fani Tsela, Conty Lebepe Foundation’s spokesperson, described the conditions at the centre as akin to the “Life Esidimeni saga, Round Two, in Limpopo Province”.
Miss SA 2024 Mia le Roux visits Pretoria deaf school to highlight and promote inclusivity
The mini festival was to highlight that inclusivity begins early in the education system and to introduce the Basic South African Sign Language (SASL) to hearing learners from Grade 5.
Maropene Ramokgopa | Women’s empowerment key to SA’s developmental goals
Today, all the women in South Africa, regardless of race or age, enjoy freedom and equal rights thanks to the bravery, activism, and sacrifices of the generation of 1956.
Miss SA Mia le Roux’s got a hot new Mercedes, this is what you need to know about it
The newly crowned Miss SA 2024, Mia le Roux recently received her new car, a Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupé.
Deaf rugby star needs help after head injury
A crowdfunding campaign has been started in support of a Deaf Rugby Sevens star from Bonteheuwel who sustained a horrific injury during an international competition.
South African hearing-impaired community react to Mia le Roux being crowned Miss South Africa
South Africans have lauded her for her authenticity and dedication to making a difference in society.
Political parties react to Mia le Roux’s Miss SA victory
Miss South Africa 2024 Mia Le Roux makes history as first deaf winner
New Miss SA Mia le Roux an inspiration to the disabled community
The 28-year old newly crowned Miss SA, Mia Le Roux took over the reign from Natasha Joubert on Saturday night at SunBet Arena with the Mowana Crown.
Man sentenced for rape of 11-year-old disabled foster sister
The 31-year-old man lifted his foster sister from where she was sleeping, as she woke up, he undressed her and raped her.
Naledi Ngqambela: Gauteng's mental health crisis: Life Esidimeni and the fight for justice
The Life Esidimeni tragedy, which resulted in the deaths of over 100 mental health patients in Gauteng Province, highlights severe lapses in South Africa's healthcare system and the government's failure to uphold constitutional rights for the mentally ill.
Disabled Home Affairs employee alleges bullying and assault by superior, faces disciplinary action instead
Nozipiwo Magabuko, 51, who is wheelchair bound was slapped with a notice for disciplinary action after her director is alleged to have bullied, harassed and assaulted her.
Over 1. 6 million South Africans registered to cast their special votes before May 29 election, says IEC
Discover the surprising numbers behind South Africa’s special vote registrations, both locally and beyond.
Cape communities called upon to continue support for persons with disabilities
Western Cape Department of Social Development MEC Sharna Fernandez has called for continued efforts in championing the rights of people living with disabilities in the province as Disability Rights Awareness Month comes to an end.
Organisation calls for safe spaces for people with disabilities
International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3 serves as a platform to raise awareness, challenge misconceptions, and advocate for the rights and well-being of people with disabilities.
Many South Africans not covered for disability insurance
Depending on the severity of the disability, research showed that some individuals were unlikely to still be employable.
Advocating for equal opportunities during Disability Month
OPINION: Empowering all abilities is the perfect equaliser in society as it gives people of different abilities a moment to be seen, heard and appreciated, writes Mawande Ndongeni.
Gauteng Legislature inundated with RDP housing petitions
The Standing Committee on Petitions has raised concern over the fact that in the current sixth legislative term, 51% of all adopted petitions were RDP-related.
Two former Sassa officials, nine others arrested for alleged R200,000 disability grant fraud
The former Sassa officials recruited members of the public to apply for disability grants even though they had no disability.
Belgium Campus iTversity welcomes recognition of SA Sign Language as 12th official language
Belgium Campus believes everyone should receive an equal opportunity to pursue their dreams and ambitions.
DA wants to introduce law allowing service dogs in public and private spaces
The DA has proposed legislation that would permit guide dogs and service animal owners to access both public and private areas.