The weekly newsletter for COSATU - Affiliates and Regions
- COSATU
- Authors: COSATU
- Date: 2001
- Subjects: COSATU
- Language: English
- Type: text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10962/109802 , vital:33191
- Description: The largest nursing organisation in the country, the Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa (DENOSA), has taken a historic decision to join COSATU at its recent congress held last week in Pretoria. The 200 delegates at the congress voted in favour of the move. The congress was held between under theme: ’’Nursing facing challenges. Development and HIV/Aids." COSATU campaigns secretary, Mcedisi Nontseie, said the union’s affiliation is a step forward in the consolidation of public sector unions within the federation. "This also consolidates white collar workers within the federation and further demystifies the long held reactionary notion that COSATU only represents workers in the lower ranks,” said Nontseie. South African Football Players Organisation (SAPPU) and Performing Arts Workers Equity (PAWE) joined the federation last year. DONOSA’s affiliation is set to boost the federation’s membership from its present of 1.8 million.
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- Date Issued: 2001
- Authors: COSATU
- Date: 2001
- Subjects: COSATU
- Language: English
- Type: text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10962/109802 , vital:33191
- Description: The largest nursing organisation in the country, the Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa (DENOSA), has taken a historic decision to join COSATU at its recent congress held last week in Pretoria. The 200 delegates at the congress voted in favour of the move. The congress was held between under theme: ’’Nursing facing challenges. Development and HIV/Aids." COSATU campaigns secretary, Mcedisi Nontseie, said the union’s affiliation is a step forward in the consolidation of public sector unions within the federation. "This also consolidates white collar workers within the federation and further demystifies the long held reactionary notion that COSATU only represents workers in the lower ranks,” said Nontseie. South African Football Players Organisation (SAPPU) and Performing Arts Workers Equity (PAWE) joined the federation last year. DONOSA’s affiliation is set to boost the federation’s membership from its present of 1.8 million.
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- Date Issued: 2001
Three days to remember in Latin America
- Authors: StreetNet Association
- Date: 2001
- Subjects: StreetNet Association
- Language: English
- Type: text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10962/162159 , vital:40767
- Description: What do a street vendor of traditional sweets in Venezuela, an indigenous vendor of flowers in Bolivia and an immigrant vendor of “empanadas” in Costa Rica have in common? A lot despite their different realities! For example, livelihoods that rely on production and sale on the streets or at markets that cost them years of struggle; goods frequently made with their own hands, battles against unsympathetic municipalities; harassment -sometimes violent - from the local police; the desire to organise themselves, which must overcome daily problems of leadership, politics and internal conflicts, and lack of resources to improve their situation or to help solve problems of their fellow vendors.
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- Date Issued: 2001
- Authors: StreetNet Association
- Date: 2001
- Subjects: StreetNet Association
- Language: English
- Type: text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10962/162159 , vital:40767
- Description: What do a street vendor of traditional sweets in Venezuela, an indigenous vendor of flowers in Bolivia and an immigrant vendor of “empanadas” in Costa Rica have in common? A lot despite their different realities! For example, livelihoods that rely on production and sale on the streets or at markets that cost them years of struggle; goods frequently made with their own hands, battles against unsympathetic municipalities; harassment -sometimes violent - from the local police; the desire to organise themselves, which must overcome daily problems of leadership, politics and internal conflicts, and lack of resources to improve their situation or to help solve problems of their fellow vendors.
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Valuing South Africa's savannas: Methodological Issues
- Ballance, A, Shackleton, Charlie M, Shackleton, Sheona E, Geach, B S, Crookes, D, De Wit, M, Evans, J, von Maltitz, G, Willis, C B, Kelatwang, S, Havemann, J
- Authors: Ballance, A , Shackleton, Charlie M , Shackleton, Sheona E , Geach, B S , Crookes, D , De Wit, M , Evans, J , von Maltitz, G , Willis, C B , Kelatwang, S , Havemann, J
- Date: 2001
- Subjects: To be catalogued
- Language: English
- Type: text , article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10962/182262 , vital:43816 , xlink:href="https://hdl.handle.net/10520/EJC33860"
- Description: Natural resource valuation techniques have been applied in recent years to savannas and savanna resources in South and southern Africa. Results from these studies have been used to demonstrate the importance of savannas, and to assist in resource-use planning. Because these studies have been conducted to meet different research objectives a large number of disparities exist between studies. This makes comparison of results difficult and identification of underlying drivers of value is problematic. This paper discusses issues which can lead to differences in estimates of resource value, and makes recommendations for future studies to reduce incompatibilities. In particular, this paper recommends that future studies make full descriptions of the objectives of the study, the background characteristics of the study area (including the social, political, economic, cultural, and biophysical characteristics), the methods used, and assumptions made. In this way, the values reported from case studies may be used in other research and decision-making exercises.
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- Date Issued: 2001
- Authors: Ballance, A , Shackleton, Charlie M , Shackleton, Sheona E , Geach, B S , Crookes, D , De Wit, M , Evans, J , von Maltitz, G , Willis, C B , Kelatwang, S , Havemann, J
- Date: 2001
- Subjects: To be catalogued
- Language: English
- Type: text , article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10962/182262 , vital:43816 , xlink:href="https://hdl.handle.net/10520/EJC33860"
- Description: Natural resource valuation techniques have been applied in recent years to savannas and savanna resources in South and southern Africa. Results from these studies have been used to demonstrate the importance of savannas, and to assist in resource-use planning. Because these studies have been conducted to meet different research objectives a large number of disparities exist between studies. This makes comparison of results difficult and identification of underlying drivers of value is problematic. This paper discusses issues which can lead to differences in estimates of resource value, and makes recommendations for future studies to reduce incompatibilities. In particular, this paper recommends that future studies make full descriptions of the objectives of the study, the background characteristics of the study area (including the social, political, economic, cultural, and biophysical characteristics), the methods used, and assumptions made. In this way, the values reported from case studies may be used in other research and decision-making exercises.
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- Date Issued: 2001
Voltammetric determination of nitric oxide on cobalt phthalocyanine modified microelectrodes
- Vilakazi, Sibulelo Lea, Nyokong, Tebello
- Authors: Vilakazi, Sibulelo Lea , Nyokong, Tebello
- Date: 2001
- Subjects: To be catalogued
- Language: English
- Type: text , article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10962/291629 , vital:56893 , xlink:href="https://doi.org/10.1016/S0022-0728(01)00583-6"
- Description: The catalytic activity of a carbon fiber microelectrode modified with cobalt phthalocyanine (CoPc-ME) for the detection of nitric oxide in the presence of possible interfering molecules (dopamine and serotonin) is examined. A linear plot is observed for the variation of the catalytic currents with NO concentration in the presence of excess dopamine and serotonin, showing that NO may be determined in the presence of these molecules. However, oxidation currents due to serotonin were found to decrease with increase in NO concentration. The CoPc-ME could also detect NO added to blood or its components, the oxidation currents for NO, however, decreased rapidly with time. The decrease in currents was slower in blood serum, followed by whole blood, with a faster decrease being observed in blood plasma.
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- Date Issued: 2001
- Authors: Vilakazi, Sibulelo Lea , Nyokong, Tebello
- Date: 2001
- Subjects: To be catalogued
- Language: English
- Type: text , article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10962/291629 , vital:56893 , xlink:href="https://doi.org/10.1016/S0022-0728(01)00583-6"
- Description: The catalytic activity of a carbon fiber microelectrode modified with cobalt phthalocyanine (CoPc-ME) for the detection of nitric oxide in the presence of possible interfering molecules (dopamine and serotonin) is examined. A linear plot is observed for the variation of the catalytic currents with NO concentration in the presence of excess dopamine and serotonin, showing that NO may be determined in the presence of these molecules. However, oxidation currents due to serotonin were found to decrease with increase in NO concentration. The CoPc-ME could also detect NO added to blood or its components, the oxidation currents for NO, however, decreased rapidly with time. The decrease in currents was slower in blood serum, followed by whole blood, with a faster decrease being observed in blood plasma.
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- Date Issued: 2001
Water quality and faunal studies in the Umzimvubu catchment, Eastern Cape, with particular emphasis on species as indicators of environmental change
- Madikizela, B R, Dye, A H, O'Keeffe, Jay H
- Authors: Madikizela, B R , Dye, A H , O'Keeffe, Jay H
- Date: 2001
- Subjects: To be catalogued
- Language: English
- Type: text , report
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10962/437730 , vital:73405 , ISBN 1 86845 705 2 , https://wrcwebsite.azurewebsites.net/wp-content/uploads/mdocs/716-1-01.pdf
- Description: The primary aim of the project was to establish a water quality database and an in-ventory of aquatic fauna for the Umzimvubu River and its four main tributaries. The identification of species that are sensitive to environmental threats and that might be used as future indicators of environmental change, was the secondary aim. The results are outlined in Chapters 2, 3 and 4, while Chapter 5 reflects on conclusions and recommendations for further research. Based on the water quality data in Chapter 2 and macro-invertebrate scores (SASS4 and ASPT) in Chapter 3, the quality of water is good, suggesting that the catchment is not significantly degraded, ex-cept threats by soil erosion (Fig.2.15) leading to very high TSS loads (see Appendices 1- 3).
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- Date Issued: 2001
- Authors: Madikizela, B R , Dye, A H , O'Keeffe, Jay H
- Date: 2001
- Subjects: To be catalogued
- Language: English
- Type: text , report
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10962/437730 , vital:73405 , ISBN 1 86845 705 2 , https://wrcwebsite.azurewebsites.net/wp-content/uploads/mdocs/716-1-01.pdf
- Description: The primary aim of the project was to establish a water quality database and an in-ventory of aquatic fauna for the Umzimvubu River and its four main tributaries. The identification of species that are sensitive to environmental threats and that might be used as future indicators of environmental change, was the secondary aim. The results are outlined in Chapters 2, 3 and 4, while Chapter 5 reflects on conclusions and recommendations for further research. Based on the water quality data in Chapter 2 and macro-invertebrate scores (SASS4 and ASPT) in Chapter 3, the quality of water is good, suggesting that the catchment is not significantly degraded, ex-cept threats by soil erosion (Fig.2.15) leading to very high TSS loads (see Appendices 1- 3).
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- Date Issued: 2001
Woodlands or wastelands: Examining the value of South Africa's woodlands paper
- Shackleton, Charlie M, Willis, C B, Scholes, Robert J
- Authors: Shackleton, Charlie M , Willis, C B , Scholes, Robert J
- Date: 2001
- Subjects: To be catalogued
- Language: English
- Type: text , article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10962/182158 , vital:43805 , xlink:href="https://hdl.handle.net/10520/EJC33869"
- Description: The savanna woodlands are the largest biome in the country, constituting one-third of South Africa. They are also home to one-quarter of the population, with 70 % of the former homelands being in the savanna biome. Consequently, they have the potential to make a marked contribution to the national economy, both in the formal and informal sector. They are also valuable on a national scale in terms of the ecosystem services they provide, such as carbon storage, biodiversity and water yield. Until recently the real and potential values attached to South Africa's savannas have not been recognised in policy fora and government institutions. Recent policy changes, especially the National Forestry Action Programme and the National Forest Act, have attempted to remedy this situation. These policies have not filtered down to land owners and managers, nor have they resulted in a redirection of government resources. Thus, large areas remain subject to unsustainable use. It is necessary that the true value of woodlands be determined and acknowledged as a stimulus to government agencies, the private sector and local users to use this valuable resource sustainably.
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- Date Issued: 2001
- Authors: Shackleton, Charlie M , Willis, C B , Scholes, Robert J
- Date: 2001
- Subjects: To be catalogued
- Language: English
- Type: text , article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10962/182158 , vital:43805 , xlink:href="https://hdl.handle.net/10520/EJC33869"
- Description: The savanna woodlands are the largest biome in the country, constituting one-third of South Africa. They are also home to one-quarter of the population, with 70 % of the former homelands being in the savanna biome. Consequently, they have the potential to make a marked contribution to the national economy, both in the formal and informal sector. They are also valuable on a national scale in terms of the ecosystem services they provide, such as carbon storage, biodiversity and water yield. Until recently the real and potential values attached to South Africa's savannas have not been recognised in policy fora and government institutions. Recent policy changes, especially the National Forestry Action Programme and the National Forest Act, have attempted to remedy this situation. These policies have not filtered down to land owners and managers, nor have they resulted in a redirection of government resources. Thus, large areas remain subject to unsustainable use. It is necessary that the true value of woodlands be determined and acknowledged as a stimulus to government agencies, the private sector and local users to use this valuable resource sustainably.
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- Date Issued: 2001
Working conditions agreement for SACCAWU employees
- SACCAWU
- Authors: SACCAWU
- Date: 2001
- Subjects: SACCAWU
- Language: English
- Type: text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10962/175924 , vital:42641
- Description: As a SACCAWU Staff Member it is important to know exactly what your Conditions of Service are hence this booklet. The Union believes in the principle of good and fair treatment of Staff and sees this as encouraging motivated and dedicated Officials. We have therefore tried to make Conditions as favourable as possible within the constraints of being a no-profit making organisation. In return, however the organisation does expect diligence, commitment and efficiency. Staff have the right before 1st March, every year to put forward proposals to* National Finance Committee in order to improve Working Conditions. Two Representatives elected from each Region will attend National Discussions/Engagements which shall put together a national mandate and elect Representatives to meet with NFC.
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- Date Issued: 2001
- Authors: SACCAWU
- Date: 2001
- Subjects: SACCAWU
- Language: English
- Type: text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10962/175924 , vital:42641
- Description: As a SACCAWU Staff Member it is important to know exactly what your Conditions of Service are hence this booklet. The Union believes in the principle of good and fair treatment of Staff and sees this as encouraging motivated and dedicated Officials. We have therefore tried to make Conditions as favourable as possible within the constraints of being a no-profit making organisation. In return, however the organisation does expect diligence, commitment and efficiency. Staff have the right before 1st March, every year to put forward proposals to* National Finance Committee in order to improve Working Conditions. Two Representatives elected from each Region will attend National Discussions/Engagements which shall put together a national mandate and elect Representatives to meet with NFC.
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- Date Issued: 2001