SAnews Newsletter 2021-10-07 PM Edition
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Green energy key to infrastructure development, says President
President Cyril Ramaphosa says one of the key drivers of infrastructure development is green energy, which has the potential not only to drive industrialisation but to establish a whole new industrial reality.
Police Commissioner asked to make representations into fitness to hold office
President Cyril Ramaphosa notified National Police Commissioner General Khehla Sitole, last month that he intends to suspend him and asked him to make representations as to why he should not be suspended, the Presidency has confirmed.
This after the police commissioner was found wanting in a North Gauteng High Court judgement earlier this year.
Power system under 'severe pressure' warns Eskom
Eskom on Thursday urged the public to reduce electricity usage following a series of breakdowns at its generating units.
Gender-based violence council bill to be introduced to Parliament
A Bill which, in the main, lays out the legal framework for the establishment of the National Council on Gender Based Violence and Femicide is expected to be introduced to Parliament within the financial year.
SA, Palestine to strengthen relations
International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Dr Naledi Pandor, will hold talks with Palestine Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Dr Riad Malki, during an official visit to South Africa.
