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Limited space at UJ, university warns

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Pretoria - The University of Johannesburg has warned that many of those who are currently inundating the institution to apply to be admitted to register for the 2011 academic year may not be accepted as there is limited space.

Correctional Services aims for clean audit

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Pretoria - Correctional Services has undertaken to heighten interventions aimed at ensuring that the department receives a clean audit report by the 2011/12 financial year.

France, SA set up lab to study climate change

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Cape Town - France and South Africa have set up a joint laboratory to study the impact of climate change on marine ecosystems in the Indian, Atlantic and southern oceans.

Mthombo refinery to save SA billions

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Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma said the proposed Mthombo crude oil refinery will save the country billions and showcase its competitive ability to counterparts globally.

Cops will come down hard on bogus colleges

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Pretoria - As desperate school-leavers battle to find a spot at higher education institutions, police on Wednesday vowed to get tough on criminals who masquerade as principals and directors of illegally-registered colleges.

Matrics urged to repeat 100% pass rate

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Musina - Matrics who started their final year at Mopane Intermediate School in Musina on Wednesday have been urged to follow in the footsteps of their predecessors, who achieved a 100 percent pass rate in 2010.

Police target Gauteng's high crime level

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Pretoria - Police are aiming to make a significant dent in the country's crime statistics by targeting Gauteng - the province where nearly 50 percent of all reported crimes are committed.

Human Settlements warns of scam

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Pretoria - The Department of Human Settlements has issued a warning to the public about a scam that informs individuals that they have won millions of rands in an international competition.

Zuma honoured with Afcon silver plate

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Pretoria - The Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) has honoured President Jacob Zuma with the Silver Plate of the 29th edition of the Afcon tournament.

School for disabled taken under dept's wing

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Pretoria - The Department of Social Development has taken a school for children with disabilities under its wing to ensure learners receive the best education government can offer.

More floods expected in Limpopo

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Pretoria - The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (Natjoints) has warned that more flooding is expected in the Pontdrift area of Limpopo.