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KZN government clamping down on price gougers

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The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs has begun negotiations with Spar KZN management, with the view of terminating the contracts of franchise owners who are involved in price hiking.

Correctional Services appeals for accurate reporting

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The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) expressed concern at the manner in which some media houses were engaging with inmates using illegal means to spread false and misleading information.

NHLS steps up efforts to fight spread of COVID-19

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As South Africans begin the first day of the national 21-day lockdown, the National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) says it is stepping up its efforts to fight the spread of the Coronavirus disease.

Seminal moment for South Africa

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With just hours to go until South Africa enters a 21-day lockdown to curb the spread of the Coronavirus, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Cyril Ramaphosa, has sent the men and women in uniform to serve, guide and lead the way.

Thirty companies investigated for excessive price hikes

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The National Consumer Commission (NCC), working jointly with the Competition Commission, has launched an investigation into allegations of excessive price hikes by 30 retailers from various provinces in the country since the outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Stop spreading false information: Motshekga

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Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga on Thursday called on members of the public to desist from spreading false information about when the schools will re-open and on any other matter.

Post Office to remain open during lockdown

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The SA Post Office (Sapo) retail branches nationwide will stay open as normal during the 21-day nationwide lockdown so as to facilitate the payments of the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) social grants.

Stats SA suspends data collection operations

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Statistics South Africa’s (Stats SA) ability to publish official statistics will be impacted by the lockdown announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa, Statistician General Risenga Maluleke has said.

Call for cooperation with security forces during lock down

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Ahead of the national lockdown being implemented at midnight this evening, the Portfolio Committee on Police has called on everyone within the South African borders to work with the police and all security forces, in an effort to defeat the Coronavirus (COVID-19).