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Aviation sector urged to unlock opportunities

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Pretoria – Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) CEO Barlow Manilal says the aviation and aerospace sector must unlock opportunities that have socio-economic benefits for the country.

Senior citizens want to be heard

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Pretoria – The country’s senior citizens say all Ministers must be present during Older Persons’ Parliament to give them a chance to raise their concerns with the entire executive.

Minister pays tribute to late Yizo Yizo star

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Pretoria - Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa has paid tribute to actor Tshepo Ngwane, who starred in a number of popular local dramas such as Yizo Yizo and Zone 14.

More youth must access quality education

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Pretoria - Police Deputy Minister Maggie Sotyu says equity in education must be improved so that more young people are able to access education.

Scientists set off on epic voyage

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Pretoria – A group of scientists have embarked on a 10-day scientific research voyage to collect data on the humpback whale between Dassen Island and Groenriviermond off the west coast of South Africa.

Upgraded William Nicol reduces congestion

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Johannesburg - The upgrading of William Nicol Drive from a single roadway to a triple carriageway has made the lives of the local community of Diepsloot and the surrounding areas much easier as they are now able to reach places like Fourways, Randburg and Tshwane with ease.

Hawks foil R34m assassination plot

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Pretoria - A Durban businessman will appear in court on Friday to face charges of conspiracy to commit murder after the Hawks foiled his alleged assassination plan.

Committee pushes for better deal for ex-miners

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Pretoria - The Portfolio Committee on Mineral Resources has called for a coordinated approach in dealing with benefits that have not been paid to deserving ex-mineworkers.

Broadband rolled-out to schools, NHI pilots

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Cape Town – Rural Development and Land Reform Minister Gugile Nkwinti says the Department of Telecommunications and Postal Services has started a process of rolling-out broadband connectivity in cities where the National Health Insurance programme is being piloted.

Rand Water implements water restrictions

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Pretoria – Due to increased water demand caused by persistent high temperatures, the City of Tshwane, City of Johannesburg and Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipalities have started implementing water restrictions.

Banks to invest billions in agri-parks

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Cape Town – Rural Development and Land Reform Minister, Gugile Nkwinti, says the Banking Association of South Africa is to invest R1 billion every year in agri-parks to revive the rural economy.