Tag: safeguard

  • From Literacy to Security Compliance

    From Literacy to Security Compliance

    The Literacy Challenge in South Africa South Africa has made impressive progress in literacy and education, but adult illiteracy continues to be a serious challenge. In 2022, 10.2% of adults nationwide were still illiterate, representing almost 3.9 million people who had not completed Grade 7. While this is a marked improvement over the past decade, the number remains…

  • Community Safety is at Risk

    Community Safety is at Risk

    Community Safety at Risk: The Tragic Killing of a CPF Member in Kroondal Community Safety is at Risk! In a shocking incident that has left the Rustenburg community in mourning, a Community Police Sub-Forum (CPF) member was tragically killed on Thursday, 27 March 2025, in the Ikemeleng informal settlement near Kroondal. The Acting Provincial Commissioner of North…

  • The Threat to Business and Development

    The Threat to Business and Development

    Criminal Groups Disguised as ‘Business Forums’ – A Growing Concern In recent years, criminal networks posing as ‘business forums’ have become a significant threat to communities and businesses across South Africa, and in Rustenburg. These groups claim to advocate for local economic inclusion, but in reality, they operate through intimidation, extortion, and violence to demand tenders and contracts. Their…