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Four officials held for corruption

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Four officials, including three vehicle examiners and a cashier, were arrested for allegedly facilitating the issuing of fraudulent roadworthy certificates to vehicles that had not been tested.

Labour to discuss occupational health, COIDA

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The Department of Labour’s Compensation Fund (CF) and its stakeholders will next week discuss issues related to compliance with the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA).

SA set to boost trade with Cuba

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The upcoming Havana International Fair will further advance relations between South Africa and Cuba, says Trade and Industry Deputy Minister Bulelani Mangwanishe.

SA keen to attract investment

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Ambassador Nomasonto Sibanda-Thusi says South Africa invests in international trade and investment missions so as to attract investment.

Digital TV soon to become a reality

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Sibonelo Masondo is a 68-year-old pensioner who loves watching sports on television. Watching his favourite soccer teams play is the only thing he looks forward to on TV every weekend.

SA at risk of importing plague

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The World Health Organisation (WHO) says nine countries, including South Africa, are at a high risk for importing the plague which has claimed over 100 lives in Madagascar.

Executives appointed at DENEL, SAFCOL and ALEXKOR

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Minister of Public Enterprises Lynne Brown, acting in her capacity as shareholder representative, has announced the appointments of new Executive Directors at Denel, SAFCOL and Alexkor.

Tough times require bold decisions

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Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba says government needs to fast-track reform and make difficult, bold decisions in order to return the economy to a desirable growth path.

Joe Maila a champion for the poor

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Late spokesperson Joe Maila was committed to ensuring that children from impoverished communities do not go to school barefooted, says 1Million School Shoes Campaign Chairperson Thabiso Chauke.

Trade contributes to 15% of GDP

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Statistics South Africa (StatsSA) has revealed that not only did the trade industry contribute to 15% of South Africa’s 2015 GDP, but it is also the biggest employer in the formal business sector.

US investors pledge over $1 billion for SA

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Hardly 24 hours after Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba tabled what was a difficult medium term budget, a leading United States investor has announced plans to invest over $1 billion in South Africa over the next few months.