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Private healthcare centres have tabled an 8.33% ward and theatre tariff increase, while medical aid fees have gone up by around 9% since the start of the year.
The Health Department's Anban Pillay says private institutions have been called to justify their planned fee increases.
Meanwhile, the Hospital Association of South Africa's Kurt Worralclare says the good news for consumers is that both parties are talking. Back to headlines .
Rooms with a view in Harbor Country
New Buffalo's Marina Grand Resort opened in July 2006 right on New Buffalo Harbor, upping the stock in chic shelters in the area known as Harbor Country. Part hotel, part luxury condominium, Marina Grand combines the best of both worlds: There's a concierge desk in the modest lobby, but the rooms are so quiet and private, they feel like home. There's a top-notch tavern adjacent to the hotel, but the suites include fully equipped kitchens and dining areas adequate for hosting a formal meal.
Not to mention location, location, location. Marina Grand is right on the water, a few blocks west of Whittaker Street in the heart of downtown New Buffalo. It's within walking distance of Whittaker Street's dining options and boutiques, the village's main grocery store (if you're putting that kitchen to use) and, of course, the beach.
Exploring the work field at an early stage
Students who want to get a head start in their careers from an early age can now do so officially. Dr Ali Bin Abdullah Al Ka'abi, Minister of Labour, recently issued a decision that permits students from the age of 16 to work part-time under the sponsorship of their parents or universities. Earning a little pocket money and gaining some experience in the real world would do no harm, but would undertaking a part-time job mean compromising a student's focus on more important matters such as their education? Notes spoke to students, officials, professionals and parents concerning the issue. Reasons behind the decision A number of factors came into play when amending this labour law including increasing student opportunities for experience and regulating safety in the work atmosphere. Al Ka'abi earlier explained to Gulf News, some of the considerations that were taken while making this decision.
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