Local govt auditors demand scarce skills allowance

Auditors working for local government are up in arms over the non payment of scarce skills allowance which they allege should have been effected since the issuing of a directive in November last year.

One of the auditors said they are being discriminated against as their counterparts working for central government are being paid the scarce skills allowance.

This is despite the fact that they all fall under one employer, the Directorate of Public Service Management (DPSM), following the amendment of the Public Service Act. 

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Stakeholders must step up veggie supply

The Ministry of Agriculture, local producers, retailers, and industry associations must work together to overcome the obstacles hindering vegetable production and distribution.This collaborative approach is essential to improve the availability, quality, and affordability of vegetables in the market.Firstly, the Ministry of Agriculture should provide support and guidance to local farmers to enhance their productivity and efficiency. This could...

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