Some South African towns could soon receive a boost. A draft spatial development plan issued by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform, and Rural Development is proposing that 61 towns receive priority support and government money but the benefits are only broadly defined.
The South African Council for Planners CEO, Martin Lewis said the plan was drafted by the Department to set a framework for investment to address problems of regional inequality and to make sure development is not isolated.
Lewis explained the benefits would be for different government departments to focus efforts within key areas of development and urged the public to read and comment on the plan.
In other news – Somizi over the moon after DJ Black Coffee’s surprise performance at #SomhaleWhiteWedding (Watch)
Somizi Mhlongo and Mohale Motaung had some of the country’s biggest names at their white wedding but were over the moon when DJ Black Coffee surprised them with a performance. The couple nearly shut down Mzansi on Thursday when they tied the knot at a super glitzy ceremony in Johannesburg.
Guests dressed up in their finest white gowns and suits to celebrate the nuptials, and were entertained by Manila von Teez, Cassper Nyovest, Shimza, and DJ Zinhle. continue reading
Source: eNCA
