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State Security ready to make elections safe

Pretoria - The security agencies are confident and remain ready to ensure that people are able to cast their votes in peaceful environments, says State Security Minister David Mahlobo.

Celebrate democracy - Go vote

Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma has urged all registered South African voters to go out and cast their ballots on Wednesday.

After all, we in SA are a resilient lot

Across the world governments and nations are grappling with the question of how to grow their economies and create jobs. In South Africa, we are the first to accept that our economy is growing too slowly.

IEC satisfied with first day of special votes

Pretoria - The Electoral Commission (IEC) on Monday expressed satisfaction with the start of the casting of special votes in the 2016 Local Government Elections with most voting stations opening on time.

Voters advise leaders during special votes

Pretoria – Doctor Tshwale, who cast his special vote this morning, has encouraged leaders to address issues that are raised by residents on a daily basis as they arise to avoid frustrations amongst community members.

M1/Grayston bridge inquiry resumes tomorrow

Pretoria - The Department of Labour-appointed M1/Grayston Drive pedestrian and cyclist structural bridge inquiry will continue on Tuesday after a week’s recess.

Vote: have your say

Johannesburg - Those who don’t vote have no say and can’t complain about not getting services from government, says Maureen Valsecchi of Dainfern in Johannesburg.