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“Working for” programmes celebrate 20 years

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Pretoria – A government programme which was formed with the aim of addressing poverty and unemployment through addressing key issues of environmental degradation has celebrated 20 years of its existence.

Illegal gold traders to appear in court

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Pretoria - Six members of an illegal gold trading syndicate, busted by South African Revenue Services (SARS) officials, are expected to appear in the Boksburg District Court on Friday.

Low rainfall predicted for festive season

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Pretoria – The Department of Water and Sanitation has warned that major parts of South Africa are likely to experience dry conditions and intense heat during the festive season and beyond as they will have little rainfall.

Youth must work for Africa’s economy

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Pretoria - Deputy Minister in the Presidency Buti Manamela says it’s high time new ways are found to turn the more than 200 million young people in Africa into human capital.

Minister takes on Merafong’s social ills

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Pretoria - As Social Development Month continues, Social Development Minister Bathabile Dlamini will on Saturday host an imbizo to engage with the community in Merafong Municipality, Gauteng, on a number of social issues raised with the department.

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.

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.