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SAPS commended for swift response to construction site incident

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The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) has expressed gratitude to the South African Police Service for its swift response in arresting a group of armed men who were forcefully trying to take over the Durban High Court construction site.

NSFAS releases 2020 funding list for eligible students

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The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has advised all NSFAS eligible students with successful funding status to proceed with registration for the 2022 academic year at their respective institutions, where they have been admitted.

SA marks World Wetlands Day

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As the world marks World Wetlands Day 2022, South Africa is celebrating the declaration of its 28th wetland of international importance.

Department warns of bogus inspectors

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The Department of Employment and Labour has warned the public about several bogus incidents in the Merafong area in Gauteng, where people have been impersonating labour Inspectors and Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) officials.

CSIR renews CEO's contract for the second term

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The Board of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has unanimously agreed to extend the employment contract of its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dr Thulani Dlamini, for another five years.

SIU to investigate Mpumalanga Health department

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a proclamation authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate allegations of corruption and maladministration at the Mpumalanga Department of Health.

Academic year promises to be less disrupted: Nzimande

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Higher Education, Science and Innovation Minister, Blade Nzimande, says 2022 is promising to be an academic year less disrupted by COVID-19 lockdown periods and restricted access to classes, if no new waves or variants surge again.

Higher Education proposes 4.23% fee increase

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The Department of Higher Education and Training has proposed an increase of 4.23% for tuition fees for the 2022 academic year, and a maximum of 6.23% for accommodation at all 26 universities.

Curricula of TVET college programmes under review

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The Department of Higher Education and Training, has embarked on a process to review curricula of programmes offered in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges, in order to ensure their relevance, currency and alignment to needs of industry and society.