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Government welcomes decline in poverty levels

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Government has welcomed the latest Poverty Trends in South Africa report released by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA), which shows a significant decline in poverty levels over the past 17 years.

Two officials suspended over matric exam paper leaks

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Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has confirmed that two officials from the Department of Basic Education (DBE) have been suspended with immediate effect following a breach that saw matric exam papers leaked to learners in Pretoria.

Accelerating the rollout of free Wi-Fi

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The Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Solly Malatsi, has emphasised the importance of ensuring that all South Africans have access to reliable internet connectivity.

Ward boundaries finalised ahead of local elections

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Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has urged all citizens, including traditional leaders, councillors, political parties, and civil society, to support the integration of new wards and ensure that any objections or adjustments are submitted through lawful processes.

SIU conducts search and seizure in TERS investigation

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The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) together with police specialised units, the Hawks and the Tactical Response Team (TRT) are conducting search and seizure operations across KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng as part of an investigation into the Unemployment Insurance Fund’s (UIF) COVID-19 Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme (TERS).

W Cape Education warns of scam targeting unemployed teachers

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The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has issued an alert about a scam targeting new, unemployed, and substitute teachers, misleading them into believing they have been selected for permanent teaching positions and then asking for payment under false pretences.

Call to include climate adaptation in budgets

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The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willie Aucamp, has called on African leaders to mainstream climate change adaptation and resilience across their planning and budgets.