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Fall Armyworm detected in Western Cape

The Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries has advised farmers and community members to take precautionary control measures to ensure early detection and effective control of Fall Armyworm (FAW) outbreak.

President receives Mokgoro Inquiry report

President Cyril Ramaphosa has received a report on the fitness of Deputy National Director of Public Prosecutions Adv. Nomgcobo Jiba and Special Director of Public Prosecutions Adv. Lawrence Mrwebi to hold office.

Electricity saving tips

Eskom has issued steps consumers can take to save electricity as the colder weather grips South Africa.

SA sends relief donations to Malawi

The South African Government continues to help and respond to the urgent needs of its neighbouring countries following the humanitarian disaster left by Cyclone Idai.

Home Affairs ready for Easter influx

The Department of Home Affairs says it is ready for the Easter season influx of travellers who will be traveling through the country’s ports of entry.

The story behind your fishy meal

Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Minister Senzeni Zokwana has encouraged South Africans to support the ABALOBI app that tells the story behind the fish on their plates.

SA puts on hold ratifying ILO's Convention 122

Government and its social partners have agreed to put on hold the signing of the International Labour Organization’s Employment Policy Convention No. 122 in favour of developing the country’s National Labour Policy first.

Soshanguve learners to get automotive skills

The upgraded Soshanguve School of Specialisation, which specialises in automotive engineering, is set to boost the technical skills and creativity among school learners.

Nominations open for positions on Khoi-San Commission

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) Minister Zweli Mkhize has invited the public to nominate persons who may be considered for appointment as members of the Commission on Khoi-San Matters.

Rhino horn confiscated

The Department of Environmental Affairs has welcomed the confiscation of rhino horn valued at an estimated R29 million by Hong Kong customs officials.

Patent system shake up to boost innovation in SA

Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies says government is trying to strike a balance between granting monopoly rights to support innovation, the dissemination of knowledge and addressing socio-economic challenges.