From November, art and music therapists will be able to charge National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) rates aligned with counselling, following an independent review that found these therapies can be effective and “even life changing” for some people with disability. The move formalises their role in participant supports and clarifies pricing after months of uncertainty. […]
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Cape Town’s Dial-a-Ride (DAR) service is a rare example of public transport that works for older people living with disabilities — and cutting it back would be a step backwards. An opinion piece highlights how typical clinic or SASSA trips can cost R240 by e-hailing, involve unsafe transfers near taxi ranks, and take seven hours
Dial-a-Ride proves its worth, but support must not slip Read More »
A former Glencore employee who was left disabled after a workplace accident has lost his bid for reinstatement in the Labour Court. The Johannesburg court found that his 2020 review application had lapsed after no steps were taken within six months, meaning the matter was treated as archived and effectively dismissed. By Sinenhlanhla Masilela –
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The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has urged the Welsh Government to toughen its draft Disabled People’s Rights Plan with clear targets, timelines and regular public progress reports, warning that weak accountability has held back real change. By Wired Gov What the EHRC wants The EHRC welcomed the plan’s long-term intent but said commitments
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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
GBV crisis hits women with disabilities hardest Read More »
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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