MONITOR newsletter Apr/May 2017
A monthly newsletter to keep communities informed about what is happening in Parliament
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Special Education
The Department reported that the number of special schools has almost doubled since 2002 from 295 to 464 in 2015. More…
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Did you know?
South Africa’s unemployment rate rose to 27.7 % in the first quarter of 2017. This is the highest since September 2003. More…
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Socio Economic Rights for All
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Scholar transport
The Department said learner transport is funded from the equitable share given to provinces, which meant it was not ring-fenced and can be used by provinces as they see fit. More…
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Housing
According to the Minister, there are various housing options for everybody, but a free house is for an indigent South African. More…
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Health
The Health Minister criticised the medical aid system because it makes healthcare a condition of service rather than a right. More…
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Legislative Developments
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Infographic
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