SAnews Newsletter 2021-07-14 PM Edition
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Further SANDF deployment to violence-hit areas being considered: President Ramaphosa
A further deployment of members of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) to areas affected by the ongoing violent attacks in Gauteng and KwaZulu was being considered, President Cyril Ramaphosa has told political party leaders.
NPA issues stern warning to lawbreakers
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) says those who choose lawlessness, and to destroy the country and its people will face the force of the law.
IEC launches online voter registration facility
The Electoral Commission (IEC) has launched an online voter registration facility allowing new voters to register and existing voters to update or amend their registration from the ease and convenience of their homes or elsewhere.
Government condemns destruction of community radio stations
The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has condemned the violent riots, which have left some of the community radio stations in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal wrecked.
The GCIS has spoken against the acts of criminality that destroyed Alex FM, Westside FM, and Mamelodi FM.
Meanwhile, the GCIS said it has learnt that other community radio stations have also been dealt a blow by the on-going violent protests and looting, including Intokozo FM, based in Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal.
Sisulu urges provinces to improve water service delivery
Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation Minister, Lindiwe Sisulu, has urged provinces to utilise the R13.4 billion allocated to them to improve the quality of service delivery on the ground in this financial year.
