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Gauteng state mortuaries to get makeover

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Pretoria - The Gauteng Department of Health says it has outlined plans to refurbish mortuaries across the province in a bid to ensure that the deceased are afforded the necessary dignity.

Walking for change

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Pretoria - The Department of Sport and Recreation will on Sunday host the Big Walk as part of efforts to promote a healthy nation.

World Rabies Day

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Pretoria – World Rabies Day is observed annually on 28 September throughout the world to raise awareness about rabies prevention and to highlight progress in defeating this horrifying disease.

Durban Labour centre closed

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Pretoria - The Durban Labour Centre on Masonic Grove, in the city centre, has been closed until further notice, says the Kwa-Zulu Natal office of the Department of Labour.

Africa tables position on AGOA

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Pretoria - African Trade Ministers have tabled the continent’s position in the 15th Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Forum, says the Department of Trade and Industry.

Over 4700 new artisans for SA

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Pretoria - As part of the skills needed to grow the economy, 4749 new artisans have been certificated by the National Artisan Moderation Body in the first quarter, government said on Tuesday.

SA turning the corner on energy

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Pretoria - In the first quarter of 2016, Eskom recorded a massive excess capacity of up to 14 000 MW during peak hours due its maintenance plan, the Economic Sectors, Employment and Infrastructure Development Cluster says.

Condolences after passing of Reverend Goba

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Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma has expressed deep sadness at the passing of Reverend Professor Bonganjalo Goba of the United Congregational Church of Southern Africa (UCCSA).

Help at hand for small business

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Pretoria - Government is forging ahead with its plans to promote more inclusive growth and an environment that enables small businesses to flourish.

N Cape schools perfecting the business of art

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Pretoria – The Department of Arts and Culture says it will place 38 arts practitioners in more than 40 arts schools in the Northern Cape in the 2016/17 financial year as part of the Artists in Schools programme.

Decisive action needed to tackle youth challenges

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Cape Town – Public Works Minister Thulas Nxesi says there is an urgent need for government to act decisively and redouble efforts to resolve challenges facing young people, including unemployment.