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Dear Readers, TODAY marks the end of another year for the Hillcrest Fever, and as the festivities kick off for this season, let us reflect on moments that touched our lives and the community this past year. 2014 has been marked by persistent challenges in our economy with price inflations (food, electricity, fuel, etc.). We had weather catastrophes and crime
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ECs, who were a “no show” at the Workers’ Parliament on Friday, left workers from KZN government departments angered and frustrated. Workers said they were disappointed about the lack of interest
from MECs, who were invited to this year’s meeting to present feedback from last year’s parliament held in New Castle. The parliament was scheduled to take place over two days, but the second day had to be cancelled due to the poor attendance of MECs. Before the event even started Natu, Cosatu, Sadtu, Saccawu,
Samwu, Numsa union members and others said the parliament was not meant to begin without the presence of government leaders. Cosatu provincial secretary, Edwin Mkhize, said they felt disrespected. “We are very unhappy about the persistent failure of MECs and leaders to attend our Workers’ Parlia-
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ment. We, as workers, took the time to attend this parliament only to find that not one MEC is present.” Mkhize then asked KZN Legislature speaker Lydia Johnson to allow unions to caucus and discuss a way forward. After the caucus Mkhize said they are dissatisfied with the situation and asked the speaker to explain why the MECs were not at the meeting. “We are not being taken seriously as decision-makers are not here. Who is going to respond to our questions, and who will answer our questions.” Mkhize said at the last meeting a date for the next parliament was given to stakeholders and the fact that MECs are not here shows lack of prioritising from their side. Speaking on behalf of Natu, a delegate said that issues between ANC and Natu would result in MECs not attending the parliament. At that point the MEC for the Department of Transport, Community Safety Willies Mchunu arrived and told angry workers that some MECs were still on the way, but others would not be attending because of commitments. “MEC of Social Development Weziwe Thusi is still on her way and so is the MEC of Health, Dlomo. The MEC of education Nkonyeni and Mabuyakhulu did say they won’t make it because they are in other provincial executive committee meetings and are under pressure.” Sadtu’s Nomarussia Caluza said they understand that the MECs are under pressure, however, as workers they also had commitments, which they had to cancel. “We were expecting the MECs to be here as we expected them to participate.” The speaker then asked that the parliament continue because Thusi and Ravi Pillay had arrived, which was accepted.
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own challenges this year, but as we enter 2015 we renew our pledge to you to do our very best to continue to be the most accurate, fair and balanced source of news, opinion, features, sports and entertainment in the Upper Highway Area. We will continue to be open and honest with our readers and we assure you that the new year will be one never to be forgotten. Our hearts go out to those who lost loved ones this year and those experiencing difficulties of all types this holiday season. We extend sincere and warm wishes to our Hillcrest Fever family for a safe and peaceful festive season, and a happy and prosperous 2015. Kalisha Naicker Senior Journalist Hillcrest Fever
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continues to destroy some of our communities. However, the one thing that continues to stand undefeated is the spirit of the Upper Highway community. Through the difficult times, our readers have once again proven that we are, without a doubt, among the most resilient and strong-willed. We have weathered all the storms that came our way and have demonstrated that we can be a community to be proud of - from our disabled horse rider achieving his goals to a local woman beating breast cancer and becoming an inspiration to others - our community stands together proud! We are confident that 2015 will be better than ever. We, at The Hillcrest Fever, have faced our
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Rolene Strauss was crowned Miss World at the weekend and now features in a long list of remarka ble women who continue to make a difference to the countries they live in and the world. South Africans also took time through out the year to remember Nelson Mandela and do their bit to fulfill his legacy. It’s been a year since his death and many ques tioned the stability and patriotism of South Afri cans. The good news is, it seems as if communities are now more united than ever. Many believe his spirit still lives on calling it a sprinkling of ‘Madiba magic’. Clearly South Africans will continue to make great strides despite the negative news that some times comes to the fore. The Fever would like to wish all our fantastic cli ents and readers a wonderfully happy festive sea son and here’s to welcoming 2015 in style.
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MANY people either look forward to the festive pe riod and begin their countdown to Christmas in Oc tober, while others are left running for the hills to avoid the ‘silliness’ that comes with the season. As we get ready to wind down and take a breath er, we decided to reflect on some of the wonderful reasons to celebrate the year that was. Yes, we can talk about some of the lowlights as well (no pun on the word ‘lights’), but that would not be very festive at all. The team at the Fever has had a wonderful year and has shared some truly remarkable memories with you. We’ve had an actionpacked year from meeting wonderful individuals who are slowly changing their communities one step at a time to covering campaigns that shows a proactive community who are willing to fight for their beloved home towns. To those people who are continuously going the
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