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Helicopter incident in Hout Bay not linked to DFFE contract

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The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has noted with concern an accident with a helicopter operating at the fire site on the slopes of Hout Bay in Table Mountain National Park, while confirming that the occurrence is not linked to its contractual operations.

SA, China look to expand cooperation in infrastructure development

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With nearly 30 years of formal diplomatic relations between South Africa and China, government has identified significant potential to expand cooperation in infrastructure development, amid a growing investment footprint by Chinese enterprises in the country.

Eastern Cape ramps up support for farming

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The Eastern Cape Provincial Government has mobilised significant resources to implement comprehensive disease control, improve biosecurity, and support agricultural production across the province.

Government urged to strengthen accountability

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The Auditor-General of South Africa has urged government to intensify efforts to improve accountability and service delivery, while highlighting areas of progress that demonstrate the potential for meaningful reform across the public sector.

Two life sentences for sexual assault of 15-year-old stepson

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The Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe has commended the Groblersdal Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offenses (FCS) Unit for securing two life imprisonment sentences for a 36-year-old man.

Department sets record straight on "working from home" remarks

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The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has clarified recent media reports that reference remarks made by the Director of the Fuel Pricing Mechanism Robert Maake suggesting that working from home could help employees manage the impact of rising fuel costs.

Mangaung to begin Phase 2 of hostel redevelopment project

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As South Africa marks Human Rights Month, the Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality is set to begin Phase 2 of the redevelopment of Dark City and Silver City hostels in April 2026, as part of efforts to restore dignity and advance the right to adequate housing.