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SAMRC and DFFE join forces to strengthen air pollution research and protect public health

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The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) and the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will strengthen collaboration between environmental and health experts to better understand and address the impact of air pollution on the health and well-being of South Africans.

Home Affairs extends operating hours

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The Department of Home Affairs has announced the extension of its operating hours to accommodate an expected increase demand for services due to the school holidays.

Call to commemorate Mandela Month 

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Cabinet is calling on all South Africans to dedicate their time to  help build a better country that works for all.
This as the country commemorates Mandela Month in July.

Cabinet approves bills for public comment 

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Cabinet has approved the publication of the National Environmental Management Laws Amendment (NEMLA) as well as the Electronic Deeds Registration and Recordal Systems Amendment Bills for public comment.

Bafana put on a 'stellar performance' - Cabinet

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Cabinet has lauded South Africa’s men’s football team, Bafana Bafana, for their “stellar performance” at the 2026 FIFA World Cup held in Mexico, Canda and the United States of America.

Government welcomes growing support for LGBTIQ+ inclusion

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Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Mmapaseka Steve Letsike, has welcomed the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) report showing growing public support for the inclusion, equality and human dignity of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ+) persons in South Africa.