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Singh calls for stronger partnerships to grow oceans economy

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As South Africa enters the next phase of developing its oceans economy, Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Narend Singh, has called for stronger collaboration between government and the private sector to turn opportunities in the sector into tangible benefits.

Police appeal to taxi industry to be ambassadors of peace  

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Acting National Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane on Wednesday appealed to the taxi industry as the backbone of public transport in South Africa, to ensure that 30 June 2026 as a normal day and to not engage in the blocking of roads nor the intimidation of passengers.

Defence force recovers stolen military weapons in joint operation

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The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Military Police, in collaboration with the South African Police Service (SAPS), has successfully executed two intelligence-driven operations in Mooiplaas, Pretoria, resulting in the recovery of stolen military weapons and the arrest of three suspects.

SAPS prepared for planned demonstrations on 30 June

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Acting National Police Commissioner Puleng Dimpane assured South Africans that the South African Police Service (SAPS) working closely with other law enforcement agencies including the metro and private security are fully prepared for the planned demonstrations on 30 June.

Department clarifies end of Vlakfontein project contracts

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The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) says the termination of employment contracts for 178 workers on the Vlakfontein Canal Rehabilitation Project in Standerton does not constitute a retrenchment process but stems from the discontinuation of the project to which their employment was linked.

SACAP, NPA partner to improve enforcement of Architectural Profession Act

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The South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) has taken steps to strengthen collaboration with the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) as part of efforts to enhance enforcement of the Architectural Profession Act and improve compliance within the architectural profession.