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Dlamini Zuma urges SADC nations to celebrate democracy

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Cape Town- Foreign Affairs Minister Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma has called on Southern African Development Community (SADC) members to celebrate their commitment to democracy, peace and good political and economic governance this year.

Govt embarks on Public Participation Week

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Pretoria - Government will embark on a week-long public participation (Imbizo) drive from Monday which will see Cabinet Ministers communicating progress on the implementation of the Programme of Action.

Host cities ready for Confederations Cup

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Parliament - Pretoria, Mangaung, Durban and the Nelson Mandela Metro are some of the host cities that have reported to Parliament, saying they are ready to host the 2009 FIFA Confederations Cup in June.

Marcus takes over as new Governor today

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Pretoria - As Gill Marcus takes over as Governor of the Reserve Bank today, economists have praised her experience in the banking sector.

Entrepreneurship key to boost jobs

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Pretoria - Entrepreneurship remains one of the best ways to boost job creation, Deputy Trade and Industry (dti) Minister Elizabeth Thabethe says.

Cabinet notes meat reports

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Pretoria – Cabinet says it has taken note of reports on the incorrect labeling of meat products, which has caused alarm amongst consumers around the country.

Young girls get science, tech skills

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Johannesburg - A dynamic programme was re-launched today to help turn the tide against the growing shortage of young girls pursuing careers in the science and technology fields.

2013 Budget on the right track - Gordhan

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Pretoria - South Africans’ general acceptance of this year’s budget indicates that government has made many correct decisions, Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan said on Thursday.

Agency to speed up land acquisition

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Cape Town - Government says the newly established Housing Development Agency (HDA) will go a long way in assisting provinces and municipalities with the acquisition of appropriate land for the development of human settlements.