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A life of service: Tony Trew

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An old African proverb goes that when an old man dies a library burns down with him. This adage was not to be the case with National Order recipient of the Order of Luthuli and former Deputy Government Communication Information System (GCIS) CEO, Anthony “Tony” Trew.

Townships see a turnaround

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It is often said that ‘a leopard never changes its spots’ - a phrase known to mean that changing one’s character is almost always impossible to do. However, as far as township economies go - the opposite is true, for these are being turned on their heads.

Jiba, Mrwebi removed from office

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has sacked Advocates Nomgcobo Jiba and Lawrence Mrwebi from the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), it was announced by the Presidency on Friday.

SA expats to make their X

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South African expats will tomorrow head to the country’s high commissions, embassies and consulates-general around the world to cast their votes in the national and provincial elections.

EPWP, CWP job creation impact lauded

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Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) Minister Zweli Mkhize has lauded the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) and Community Work Programme (CWP), saying the initiative is assisting government tackle unemployment.

National Orders celebrate civic virtue

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“A member of society merely exists. A citizen embraces the concept of civic virtue – of dedication to the common welfare of their community and their country.”

Vaccinate your child today

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As the country commemorates African Vaccination Week, the South African Medical Association (SAMA) has urged South Africans to find out more about vaccinations in their areas, and to ensure that their children are vaccinated.

Voting hours extended at four foreign missions

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The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) has agreed to extend voting hours at four foreign missions to accommodate Jewish voters celebrating the Sabbath on 27 April 2019.