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Help for struggling municipalities

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… should provide social services and promote inclusive economic growth. “They must work to attract investment. This … and Intervention Plans (MSIPs) and employ financial recovery plans in distressed municipalities. The Minister …

GNU looks to SA becoming a "construction site"

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… to enable greater investment in both social and economic infrastructure development.  “As the Government of … passenger rail network With so many people living far from economic opportunities and services, transport costs take up … “An immediate priority is therefore to complete the recovery of the passenger rail network across the country to …

All eyes on SA's First Citizen

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… of 29 May. He received 283 votes, while the leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters, Julius Malema, received 44 votes … “The issues he emphasised in the past will continue; the economic recovery plan, I suspect will still be the basis of his focus …

President: 100 days of no load shedding no reason to relax

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… partners.  He welcomed Eskom’s Generation Operational Recovery Plan, which stepped up the maintenance schedule, … for businesses.”  The President cited the Bureau for Economic Research (BER) index which found that consumer …

PRASA makes steady progress in returning passenger trains

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… opportunities for rail as part of the country’s broader economic recovery programme,” he said. – SAnews.gov.za   …

KZN government recommits to rebuilding areas affected by devastating storm

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… estimate of over R1.3 billion. Accompanied by MECs for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs, … supporting community preparedness initiatives. The road to recovery will be long and challenging, but together, we can … I extend my deepest thanks to everyone involved in these recovery efforts.," Ntuli said. The Premier further …

Economic reforms needed for growth, job creation - President Ramaphosa

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… used his weekly newsletter to call for a continuation of economic reforms in order to stimulate economic growth and job creation, and to attract investment. … the future,” President Ramaphosa said. Reconstruction and Recovery The President acknowledged that the effect of some …

New liquid bulk facility to boost Durban’s economy

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… the project’s alignment with national strategic and economic goals. Transnet Group Chief Executive Advocate, … said the initiative forms part of Transnet’s broader Recovery Plan aimed at boosting volume recovery and … relationship will promote the national, strategic, and economic interests of the country, as mandated by Section 79 …

30 Years of building our economy

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… focused on supporting corporations rather than people.  Economic growth was dependent on the gold price and as it … Programme was introduced to address the massive socio economic challenges.  These interventions were occasioned by … by interventions through our Economic Reconstruction and Recovery Plan (ERRP), we have managed to claw back the …

Achievements and challenges: President reflects on sixth administration

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… endured a decade of corruption and state capture, of weak economic growth and the erosion of our public institutions. … us. We have placed South Africa on a new trajectory of recovery and laid a strong foundation for future growth. “We … jobs lost. “We introduced a massive package of social and economic support to protect vulnerable businesses, workers …

KZN tourism entrepreneurs set to showcase province’s rich culture at Indaba

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… Africa’s Travel Indaba back to the province, KwaZulu-Natal Economic Development, Tourism, and Environmental Affairs MEC, … grow in the sector,” Duma said. EThekwini Municipality Economic Development and Planning Committee Chairperson, … for the tourism industry, which is firmly on the road to recovery.  “The show has become synonymous with the city of …

South Africa remains an "attractive investment destination" - President Ramaphosa

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… our auto sector continues to grow despite a gloomy global economic outlook and disruptions to the flow of goods between … assured that government will continue in its path towards economic recovery. “We will continue to build on the gains that we …

Upper uMkhomazi Water Project a catalyst for KZN water security

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… is expected to be a catalyst to water security and vibrant economic activity in the eThekwini area and surrounding … Cyril Ramaphosa. He said President Ramaphosa has put the Economic Reconstruction Recovery Plan at the centre of renewing the country. “Water …

Government makes progress in recovering rail services

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… West Rand. “I am also pleased to tell you that since the recovery of the passenger rail services in the 2020/2021 … by train. We are connecting people to places of work and economic opportunities - affordably. “For soccer fans who … access to opportunities, and fostered greater social and economic inclusion. “Our people now have access to …

Massification of skills development and job creation programmes to combat unemployment

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… high level of unemployment is dependent on higher economic growth resulting in more jobs. This process is led … by business investing in the private sector with resultant economic development and rising employment. Nonetheless, as … to pay their employees, and the business turnaround and recovery programme run by Productivity South Africa; training …

Progress made in addressing socio-economic inequalities

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… Government has made significant strides in addressing socio-economic inequalities through social welfare programmes in … and strive towards achieving social cohesion and socio-economic empowerment for all its citizens,” said Deputy … grant, and R1.4 billion through the municipal recovery disaster grant to address water challenges. – …

Newly launched terminal a symbol of resilience

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… Park Bayhead Rail Terminal as a symbol of South Africa’s recovery following the challenging COVID-19 pandemic and the … infrastructure network. This terminal is also a symbol of recovery and resilience. For the city of Durban, for the … and network industries that have had a negative impact on economic growth and the creation of jobs. “In order for this …

Government to work with transport sector for economic growth

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… “Transport plays a critical role in shaping the societal, economic, and spatial landscape of our nation. With mandates … of goods and people but also acts as a catalyst for economic development. “It is imperative that policymakers, … and operations. Key priorities in this domain include the recovery of rail major corridors, signalling system, …

Government working on reforms to develop sustainable infrastructure - President

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… “One of the most important pillars of government’s economic recovery plan is a significant increase in infrastructure … accommodation. “These projects are contributing to greater economic activity and creating employment while improving the …

Transport infrastructure foundation for economic development in Africa, says Mashatile

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… described transport infrastructure as the cornerstone of economic expansion in Africa.  “We must make sure that we use … a continent to strengthen regional integration at both an economic and cultural level.”  The gathering is a platform … space to accelerate an infrastructure-led economic recovery plan. The symposium also sets the tone for …