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No injuries reported in Charlotte Maxeke Hospital fire

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The Gauteng Department of Health has confirmed that no injuries have been sustained following a fire incident at the female psychiatry ward at Charlotte Maxeke Academic Hospital on Monday afternoon.

SANDF launches week-long fitness programme for soldiers

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To maintain high levels of fitness and physical agility among its soldiers, the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has initiated a week-long programme of intensive sporting and recreational activities.

Police Commissioner warns against attacks on police officers

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As the South African Police Service (SAPS) prepares to launch its safer festive season operations today, National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola has issued a stern warning against attacks on police officers.

DIRCO and partners to host G20 town hall meeting in Durban

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The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), in collaboration with the University of South Africa (UNISA) and the University of KwaZulu-Natal, will host a Group of 20 (G20) Town Hall Outreach event on Wednesday, 8 October 2025, in Durban.

Government confirms approval of permit for Abakan Air

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The Department of Transport has confirmed the approval and issuing of a Foreign Operator’s Permit (FOP) to the Abakan Air for transporting general cargo, civilian helicopter, and acrobatic airplanes.

Recognising the rights of persons with disabilities

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Minister of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Sindisiwe Chikunga has outlined government’s efforts that are intended to protect and promote the rights of persons with disabilities.

Government calls for investment in circular economy

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With the official opening of Extrupet’s new food-grade Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) plastic recycling plant in Cape Town, government has encouraged the waste sector to invest in building a circular economy that works for all.

SAPS investigates North West murder after shovel attack

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The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the North West Province is investigating an incident in Mosiane View village, Mahikeng, where a 25-year-old man allegedly killed his 48-year-old mother with a shovel on Saturday morning.

Mahlobo condemns vandalism of water infrastructure

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Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation David Mahlobo has expressed frustration and disappointment over the ongoing vandalism of water infrastructure in the Eastern Cape, warning that such acts are undermining efforts to deliver reliable water services to local communities.