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SABC to focus on OTT channels, local content

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Communications and Digital Communications Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams says as part of its turnaround strategy, the SABC will turn to over-the-top services to ensure that viewers consume content on their mobile devices in a bid to help the public broadcaster up its revenue.

SAPS destroys more than 23 000 firearms

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Police Deputy Minister Cassel Mathale and National Police Commissioner, General Khehla Sitole, on Tuesday witnessed the destruction of over 23 000 firearms, which were either confiscated or surrendered to the State.

Springboks' win unites SA

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The Springboks have through their victory in the 2019 Rugby World Cup united South Africa, says Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Nathi Mthethwa.

Automotive hub to positively reposition Gauteng

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President Cyril Ramaphosa says he is encouraged by the decision of the Ford Motor Company to work with government to establish the first Tshwane Automotive Hub at the Special Economic Zone.

SA works to combat addiction

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An occasional glass of wine or favourite beer is an acceptable means in which to unwind after a hard week of work, however a glass too many of one’s favourite poison is leading too many down the rabbit hole.

Minimal probability of load shedding

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While the electricity system is severely constrained, there is a low probability for load shedding this week, Eskom said on Tuesday.

Gauteng dealing with admissions backlog

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The Gauteng Department of Education has urged parents of learners who wish to be placed in schools in 2020 to respond to offers of placement and submit the required documents.

SA, Vietnam take relations to new heights

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Deputy President David Mabuza and Deputy Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Vuong Dinh Hue, on Tuesday met in Pretoria to further strengthen bilateral political and economic relations.

Cannabis trading still illegal

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The South African Police Service (SAPS) has warned that the establishment of illegal dispensaries/outlets, online sites and social media platforms for marketing and selling cannabis and related products to the public remains illegal.

Progress in fulfilling Jobs Summit commitments

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has commended government’s social partners for the good progress being made in the implementation of the commitments made at the Presidential Jobs Summit held in October 2018.

Matric exams progressing well

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The administration of the 2019 matric exams has been progressing without any major incidents that could jeopardise its credibility, says the Department of Basic Education.

SA, Vietnam to strengthen ties

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Deputy President David Mabuza will today host a high level delegation from Vietnam for bilateral talks aimed at strengthening political and economic relations between the two countries.