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SA, Uganda seek to boost trade and investment ties

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South Africa and Uganda are seeking to strengthen trade and investment ties by addressing barriers facing businesses, improving connectivity and expanding cooperation across key economic sectors.

Lamola urges renewed commitment to Samora Machel’s liberation ideals

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International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola has called on South Africa and Mozambique to honour the legacy of former Mozambican President Samora Machel by advancing economic freedom, regional integration, peace and development, as the two countries commemorated the 40th anniversary of the Mbuzini tragedy.

Social Development warns against unregistered treatment centres

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The Department of Social Development has warned against unregistered substance abuse treatment centres following the discovery of a suspected illegal facility in Waterval B, Siyabuswa, Mpumalanga, where residents were allegedly chained, and children were reportedly present without appropriate safeguards.

Durban targets 2 500 jobs through superyacht marina project

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The eThekwini Municipality is advancing plans to position Durban as a leading African destination for superyachts and a service hub, with the city set to host the first African edition of the Yachting Aftersales and Refit Experience (YARE) On Tour Symposium in November 2026.

IEC enters into partnership to counter disinformation

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The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has entered into a partnership with Google, Meta, Microsoft, TikTok and non-profit organisation, Moxii Africa, to ensure the integrity of election information and counter disinformation ahead of the 4 November 2026 Local Government Elections.

Sustaining clean audits while advancing transport sector objectives

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Reliable roads, safe public transport, efficient freight movement and modern infrastructure all depend on one thing: a government that manages public resources responsibly. Behind every transport project is a commitment to accountability, transparency and sound financial management.

Majodina to assess progress on R19.7bn Limpopo water project

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Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina and Deputy Minister David Mahlobo will on Tuesday conduct an oversight visit to key construction sites of the second phase of the Mokolo and Crocodile Water Augmentation Project (MCWAP-2A) in Limpopo.

Private sector called to invest in early childhood development

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on the private sector to increase investment in early childhood development (ECD), saying quality early learning can help address inequality, support working families and strengthen South Africa’s future workforce.

Ntuli pledges stronger law enforcement to protect KZN investment

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KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has pledged to strengthen law enforcement and improve security coordination to protect businesses, communities and livelihoods, acknowledging that instability and violence pose risks to investor confidence.

Ekurhuleni receives go-ahead to procure 2400 MW from IPPs

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A Ministerial Determination under Section 34 of the Electricity Regulation Act has paved the way for the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality to procure some 2400MW of new generation capacity from Independent Power Producers (IPPs).

KZN secures R124.5bn in investment pledges

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KwaZulu-Natal has secured R124.5 billion in investment commitments, exceeding its R95 billion target by R29.5 billion, with the projects expected to create more than 330 000 jobs.

Masemola vows to strengthen SAPS and fight crime

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The National Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Fanie Masemola, has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the South African Police Service (SAPS), restoring public confidence and improving frontline policing after returning to office as National Commissioner.