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New dawn for NPA, says Nxasana

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Pretoria - The newly appointed head of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), Mxolisi Nxasana, says while he will have his work cut out for him, he will prosecute all cases without fear, favour or prejudice.

Kusile power station to stabilise SA’s power demand

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Mbombela - The Mpumalanga government and Eskom are confident that the construction deadlines of the Kusile power station near Kendal will be met, and that commercial production will begin next year.

Labour dept gets third clean bill of health

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Pretoria - The Department of Labour has received an unqualified audit opinion for the third year in a row, the office of the Auditor-General told Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Labour.

Libyan Prime Minister released

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Tripoli - Libyan Prime Minister Ali Zeidan was freed on Thursday morning, a few hours after being seized by armed men.

Zuma to host Hollande

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Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma will next week host French President François Hollande, who will be in the country for a two-day state visit.

Partnership sees millions regaining eyesight

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Pretoria – Anna Maluleke, 67, from Brits used to cook for herself and look after her grandchildren without any problems, but when she lost her vision in May, her life took a turn for the worst.

BRICS Cooperatives to meet in SA

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Pretoria - Leaders of cooperatives’ organisations from Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) will gather for their third meeting in Cape Town, later this month.

Mining strikes a concern for govt

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Pretoria – Mineral Resources Minister Susan Shabangu says government is concerned about the current strikes in the mining industry.

Shale gas exploration an opportunity for SA

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Pretoria – Mineral Resources Minister Susan Shabangu says the potential of shale gas exploration and exploitation provides an opportunity for South Africa to begin exploring the production of its own fuel and marks the beginning of the reindustrialisation of the economy.