Women with disabilities face higher rates of violence and greater barriers to justice than their non-disabled peers. Recent reports highlight the scale and the gaps. By Wendy Dondolo – Pretoria News Key facts Justice and support What needs to happen for disability inclusion
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Sassa will introduce mandatory biometrics for social grant beneficiaries from September, with the Beneficiary Biometric Enrolment system deployed across all Sassa offices. The agency says the move will help detect and stop fraud in the grant system. By eNCA Biometrics were slated for the start of the current financial year but were delayed after organised
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A free bus pass in the UK is available to individuals who have reached the state pension age—currently 66 in England—and for those with disabilities who meet specific benefit or medical criteria. By Ben Lyons & Fiona Callingham – Nottinghamshire Live Disability-related eligibility covers various conditions and allowances. Qualifying individuals may include those receiving attendance
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At the first National Dialogue convention held at UNISA’s Pretoria campus, members of the disability sector voiced strong frustration. Delegates, including those from the Presidential Working Group on Disability, said they felt excluded from both the planning and leadership of the event. By Loyiso Sidimba – IOL Despite the inclusion of Miss South Africa 2024,
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Head2Head Sensory Theatre, a charity providing theatre experiences for individuals with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), has launched a new multi‑sensory drama, dance and musical theatre group called A Sense of Fun. By Jeff Newmond – Business Mole Designed for children aged 7–13 and young adults aged 14+, A Sense of Fun runs weekly
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As South Africa marks Women’s Month with celebrations of trailblazers and leaders, the voices of women living with disabilities are still too often sidelined. Their stories reveal systemic barriers that block equal participation in the workplace and wider society. By The Good Things Guy One such voice is that of 27-year-old Lungi Mkwani from Kagiso,
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Elderly and disabled passengers in Greater Manchester can now use their concessionary bus passes at any time of day, following the removal of peak-time restrictions in a new trial. By Olivia Sheed and Kelly Ashmore – Birmingham Live Previously, those with passes – including pensioners and people claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) – had to
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The 2025 HESTA Excellence Awards celebrated outstanding contributions across Australia’s health and social care sectors — including two standout achievements that are redefining disability services. Winners were chosen from over 420 nominations and 24 national finalists. By Hospital Healthcare Disability Services – Individual LeadershipEmma Weatherley, CEO of the FSHD Global Research Foundation, was recognised for
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E.ON launches The OffCentre, a colleague-led immersive journey that sensorially reveals the lived reality of both visible and hidden disabilities. Designed by its adaptABILITY network, this experience goes beyond awareness training—offering hands-on simulations such as sensory overload headsets, visual impairment goggles, and weighted vests that recreate daily barriers for individuals shouldering chronic fatigue or cognitive
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The Northern Territory Government has launched a new Para Sport Unit within the NT Sports Academy, offering dedicated pathways for athletes with disabilities in Darwin—and across the Top End. Funded with $754,500 from the Australian Institute of Sport, and backed by NT Government and Paralympics Australia, this is the sixth Para‑sport hub nationally under the
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