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Surge in international arrivals a major boost for SA tourism

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The latest international arrivals data from Statistics South Africa confirms that South Africa’s tourism sector continues to grow, with total arrivals reaching 8.92 million in 2024 -- an impressive 5.1% increase compared to 2023.

Communities urged to help keep public assets safe

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Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is on a drive to curb the ongoing vandalism crisis that is crippling the metro's electricity infrastructure, which has cost millions of rands in repairs.

Jet fuel secured to address shortage

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Transport Minister Barbara Creecy and stakeholders in the fuels industry have adopted a logistics plan for the transportation of jet fuel for OR Tambo International Airport (ORTIA).

Operation Vala Umgodi nets 18 000 in major crime crackdown

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In a bold move to dismantle illegal mining operations, the South African Police Service’s (SAPS) crackdown has resulted in over 18 000 arrests, predominantly targeting illegal immigrants, as part of efforts to cut off supplies and force miners out of the country’s dangerous shafts.

Over 20 000 new police officers deployed to enhance crime fighting

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In a bid to strengthen its crime-fighting capabilities, the South African Police Service (SAPS) has successfully trained and deployed over 20 000 new constables in various units across the country in the past three years, aiming to boost policing efforts and enhance public safety.

Eskom suspends loadshedding

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Eskom has suspended loadshedding on Sunday morning, following a temporary setback that necessitated the implementation of loadshedding over the weekend.

SAPS nabs over 200 000 in festive season operations

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The South African Police Service (SAPS) has made 244 951 arrests during the festive season, as part of heightened crime-fighting operations aimed at safeguarding communities, holidaymakers, and tourists across the country

Khayelitsha pastor faces rape charges

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A 51-year-old pastor has been arrested for allegedly raping and assaulting a 15-year-old girl, and two women, aged 22 and 23 at his church in Khayelitsha, Cape Town.

Orbit TVET shines as a beacon of excellence

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The Portfolio Committee on Higher Education has commended Orbit Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) College, in Rustenburg for its outstanding contributions to education, recognising it as a beacon of excellence in the sector.

Government takes bold step towards a cleaner environment

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South Africa has demonstrated its commitment to reducing landfill waste, increasing recycling rates, and promoting a circular economy with the launch of two new E-Waste Recycling pilot projects in Mpumalanga.