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Speaker calls SADC Parliaments to promote human rights principles

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National Assembly Speaker, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, has called on all Parliaments in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to work together to promote the principles of human rights, democracy, economic development, and peace and stability in the region.

SANParks warns of video of distressed rhino cow

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The South African National Parks (SANParks) reported over the weekend that its rhino dehorning team made a gruesome discovery of a badly mutilated female rhino in the south of the Kruger National Park (KNP).

Public warned against government subsidised housing scam

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The Department of Human Settlements has warned potential beneficiaries of fully subsidised government homes about scammers claiming to assist them to apply for government subsidy houses (RDP), also known as Breaking New Ground (BNG).

SAPS pounce on Portuguese fugitive

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A convicted fraudster wanted by the Portuguese government will on Monday appear before the Verulam Magistrate’s Court after he was arrested in Umhlanga Rocks, north of Durban, at the weekend.

Presidency studies PPE corruption report

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The Presidency is studying the final report of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) into allegations of corruption in the procurement of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the public sector.

Take accountability and stop GBV

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The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has challenged communities to take responsibility in realising a South Africa free from gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF).

Proposal to create corruption focused Chapter Nine institution

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Former Justice of the Constitutional Court, Judge Albie Sachs, says the formation of an independent body or commission with powers akin to those of a Chapter Nine institution, should be considered in the fight against corruption.

Continued pursuance of Constitutional goals a must

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Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Ronald Lamola, says government and society must remain unapologetic in the pursuance and protection of the ideals laid out in the Constitution.

Call to fund COVID-19 initiative

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged global leaders to come together to fully fund the Access to COVID-19 Tools (ACT) Accelerator’s new Strategic Plan to continue saving lives and end the pandemic.

Municipalities urged to address ageing water infrastructure

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Water and Sanitation (DWS) Minister Senzo Mchunu, has called on municipalities to allocate budget for the replacement of old and ageing infrastructure, as they are the main causes of water losses and sewer spillages.