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Eyewitness News
10-08-2025
- Politics
- Eyewitness News
702 People's Dialogue: Calls for revitalisation of skills development structures to help tackle unemployment
JOHANNESBURG - Some 702 listeners present at the People's Dialogue have called for the revitalisation of skills development structures in the country to help tackle unemployment. The country's latest unemployment rate is 32.9%, with most being youth. ALSO READ: SAns at 702's People's Dialogue voice concerns about issues plaguing country Assembly of the Unemployed coordinator, Princess Majola, said more funds were needed to address this crisis. "Why aren't they taking that R700 million and making sure that those retrenched teachers, those unemployed doctors, they get to be paid and then services are rendered? We are having 28 schools, I know, in Soweto that have been closed because they didn't meet a threshold of having adequate learners." A listener, Thembeka Hlongwane, added that there was a need for organisations that invest in skills development in communities. "When are we creating structures that will really create jobs for the community, not want everyone to be a lawyer, a doctor, because we need people to use their hands. It's all good and well to say, let the government give them money, but I don't think that will be a solution to the problem we have with unemployment."
TimesLIVE
28-06-2025
- Business
- TimesLIVE
PR guru Simphiwe Majola spotlights socially conscious fashion at Basha Uhuru Festival
Brand strategist Simphiwe Majola shared his experiences and views on fashion and branding at this year's Basha Uhuru Freedom Festival at Constitution Hill in Braamfontein, Joburg. Speaking on a panel titled 'Building Bold Brands: Fashioning Identity, Influence & Impact', he discussed how fashion, storytelling and visibility play a role in shaping lasting brands. Majola began his career in 2002 at South African Fashion Week, where he discovered his interest in fashion, image and communication. Over the years he's worked on various campaigns across fashion, entertainment and media, building a strong presence in brand development. "It's not just about looking good,' said Majola during the panel. 'It's about being seen, understood and remembered.' Speaking to a room of emerging designers, content creators and entrepreneurs, Majola highlighted the value of having a clear brand identity and purpose. He stressed the role of consistent communication and public relations in standing out in today's crowded fashion industry. His perspective encouraged businesses to think beyond visuals and consider how their brands can leave a lasting, culturally relevant impact.
The Citizen
10-06-2025
- General
- The Citizen
AIID probes cause of two plane crashes that claimed three lives
The aircraft had formed a part of a loose formation that departed from the Virgina Airport in Durban to Wonderboom Airport in Pretoria. The Accident and Incident Investigations Division (AIID) has been tasked with investigating two aircraft crashes that claimed the lives of three people in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). On Sunday night, a light aircraft with three people onboard went missing and was recovered on Monday. Plane crash The three aircraft had formed a part of a loose formation that departed from the Virginia Airport in Durban to Wonderboom Airport in Pretoria, with the intent of refuelling at the Ladysmith Airport in northern KZN. AIID spokesperson Sisa Majola said that since the Ladysmith Airport did not have night facilities, the three aircraft diverted to nearby Greytown Airport. 'The first accident occurred when a Piper Cherokee (Registration: ZS-CZU) crashed into bushy terrain on approach to the Greytown Airport. The two pilots on board were not injured, but the aircraft was damaged. A second aircraft landed safely'. ALSO READ: UPDATE: Tragic turn after missing aircraft disappears in KZN Midlands Third aircraft crash Majola said on Monday morning, 9 June 2025, there was an official search for the third aircraft, a ZS-KF. 'That concluded with the wreckage being located in Greytown by the Aeronautical Rescue Coordination Centre team. The three occupants on board were declared dead by the South African Police Services. 'The AIID investigators have been dispatched to both sites to collate evidence, where a preliminary report will be published on the SACAA website in 30 days from the day of the accident,' Majola said. The AIID extended its sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased. Joburg aircraft crash Last week, a pilot was killed and a passenger injured in a light aircraft crash in Johannesburg. The accident occurred in Lanseria at about 10 am. Majola stated that the aircraft departed from Lanseria International Airport (FALA) and crashed moments after takeoff. Majola said the aircraft crashed within the perimeter of the Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve. 'There were two on board the aircraft (pilot and passenger), with the pilot fatally injured. The passenger was seriously injured and airlifted to a hospital. 'AIID has dispatched investigators to the site. A preliminary report will be published on the SACAA website in 30 days from the date of this accident,' Majola said. The AIID extended its condolences to the family and loved ones of the pilot and the injured passenger. ALSO READ: Creecy steps in to resolve dispute over Acsa baggage screening services
The Citizen
05-06-2025
- The Citizen
Pilot killed, passenger injured in aircraft crash in Lanseria
The aircraft crashed within the perimeter of the Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve. A pilot has been killed and a passenger injured in a light aircraft crash in Johannesburg. The accident occurred in Lanseria at about 10 am on Thursday. The Accident and Incident Investigations Division (AIID) is investigating the cause of the Cessna 210 crash. AIID spokesperson Sisa Majola said the aircraft departed from Lanseria International Airport (FALA) and crashed moments after takeoff. Crash Majola said the aircraft crashed within the perimeter of the Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve. 'There were two on board the aircraft (pilot and passenger), with the pilot fatally injured. The passenger was seriously injured and airlifted to a hospital. 'AIID has dispatched investigators to the site. A preliminary report will be published on the SACAA website in 30 days from the date of this accident,' Majola said. The AIID has extended its condolences to the family and loved ones of the pilot and the injured passenger. ALSO READ: Creecy steps in to resolve dispute over Acsa baggage screening services Husband and wife killed Last month, the AIID launched an investigation into the cause of a light aircraft crash that claimed the lives of a husband and wife. According to police, 39-year-old Quinton Steyn and his wife, 38-year-old Lizette Steyn, tragically lost their lives in a light aircraft crash near Botshabelo Airfield in Middelburg. The couple was reportedly travelling from Nelspruit to Middelburg, where they resided at the time of the crash. Light aircraft Majola confirmed the accident that involved a Rans Aircraft S10 Sakota (Registration ZS-WXE). 'The aircraft departed from Middleburg Airfield before crashing shortly after take-off within the boundary of the airfield. 'The pilot and passenger on board were declared dead by Emergency Services on arrival. The aircraft was destroyed by the post-impact fire,' said Majola. Majola said the site was secured on Sunday evening and guarded by the South African Police Service (Saps). The AIID extended its condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased. ALSO READ: Pilot tragically killed in crash at West Coast Airshow in Western Cape [VIDEO]
News24
20-05-2025
- News24
Mpumalanga couple killed in light aircraft crash
Two people died when a light aircraft crashed shortly after take-off in Mpumalanga. The plane caught alight after impact. The cause of the crash is under investigation. A couple died when a light aircraft crashed and caught alight near Middelburg Airfield in Mpumalanga on Sunday. According to police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Jabu Ndubane, Quinton Steyn, 39, and Lizette Steyn, 38, were found burnt beyond recognition at the scene of the accident. 'According to information at police disposal, the couple was reportedly travelling from Mbombela to Middelburg, where they resided,' said Ndubane. 'At this stage, the cause of the crash is not yet known. Aviation agencies were contacted, and an investigation is under way to determine the circumstances that led to the tragic incident,' Ndubane added. South African Civil Aviation Authority (Sacaa) spokesperson Sisa Majola confirmed the incident and said that the Accident and Incident Investigations Division (AIID) would investigate the matter. 'The AIID confirms an accident that involved a Rans S10 Sakota (Registration ZS-WXE) in Middleburg in Mpumalanga, on Sunday, 18 May 2025. It occurred at approximately 16:00 local time,' Majola said. 'The aircraft departed from Middleburg Airfield before crashing shortly after takeoff within the boundary of the airfield. The pilot and passenger on board were declared dead by emergency services on arrival. The aircraft was destroyed by the post-impact fire.' Majola added that the AIID was at the site on Monday morning to collate evidence for a preliminary report, which will be published on the Sacaa website in 30 days. In December, a light aircraft crash claimed the life of a pilot near Pretoria. Sacaa's Accident and Incident Investigations Division said the aircraft departed from the Kitty Hawk Airfield before crashing less than 5km from the airfield. The pilot was declared dead at the scene.
