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Minister launches mass FMD vaccination campaign

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Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen has launched a nationwide mass vaccination campaign against Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD), following the rapid arrival and distribution of vaccine consignments aimed at curbing outbreaks across the country.

R216 million to fix KZN potholes

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A total of R216 million has been allocated to address KwaZulu-Natal’s potholes, starting with a backlog of 3.12 million square metres across the provincial road network.

KZN works to strengthen healthcare and education

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KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has reaffirmed the provincial government’s commitment to strengthening healthcare and education, describing the two sectors as foundational to economic growth and social development.

From 1994 to 2026: Hard-won gains and the long road to economic justice

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South Africa in 2026 is a far cry from the country before 1994. Things such as human rights for all which now stand as one of the pillars of our democracy were unheard of for the majority. The apartheid state systematically worked to deprive black people, and enforced laws to maintain the status quo of white dominance throughout society.

KZN places rural development at centre of economic renewal drive

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Agriculture and rural development took centre stage in KwaZulu-Natal’s economic agenda as Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli outlined wide-ranging interventions aimed at revitalising rural economies, improving food security and expanding employment opportunities.

KwaZulu-Natal economy shows signs of recovery

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KwaZulu-Natal is steadily defying the economic odds following two shocks of the July 2021 unrest and the COVID-19 pandemic, with the provincial government reporting measurable gains in growth, investment and job creation.

Concern at witness behaviour at Ad Hoc Committee

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Speaker of the National Assembly Thoko Didiza has noted with concern the "unfortunate developments" at the Ad Hoc Committee established to investigate allegations made by the KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.

Correctional Services unveils new uniform insignia

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Correctional Services Minister, Dr Pieter Groenewald, will unveil new uniform insignia and preside over a medal ceremony to honour long-serving officials of the Department of Correctional Services on Friday.

Deputy President launches R100m Wits Hydrogen Facility

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Deputy President Paul Mashatile says South Africa’s green hydrogen ambitions must anchor a new era of reindustrialisation, urging the country to “build what we use and innovate what we export”.

Deputy Minister Phaahla leads Community-Based Health Screening Campaign

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Deputy Minister of Health, Dr Joe Phaahla, is today leading a Community-Based Health Screening Campaign at Giyani Stadium in Limpopo as part of ongoing efforts to encourage individuals and communities to take charge of their health by adopting healthier lifestyles and preventative behaviours.