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SIU authorised to investigate the Department of Defence

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a new proclamation authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate allegations of maladministration in the affairs of the Department of Defence and recover any losses the State suffered.

Government taking comprehensive steps to ease the burden on citizens

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has acknowledged the severe pressure South African households face due to the rising cost of living, while assuring Parliament that government is taking comprehensive steps to ease the burden on citizens, particularly the most vulnerable.

Call for collective action to end teenage pregnancy

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The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has called for a collaborative effort to end the scourge of teenage in South Africa, where approximately 30% of teenagers report having been pregnant at some point.

President Ramaphosa highlights importance of US Working Visit

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has underscored the significance of his recent working visit to the United States, telling Parliament that the engagement was both necessary and timely, given the critical role the US continues to play in South Africa’s economic landscape.

Onderstepoort Biological Products appoints interim CEO

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The Board of Onderstepoort Biological Products (OBP), in consultation with Agriculture Minister, John Steenhuisen, has appointed Dr Jacob Modumo as interim Chief Executive Officer, following the resignation of Dr Bethuel Nthangeni, due to health reasons.

Minister Lamola to participate in DRC, Sudan peace efforts  

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International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Ronald Lamola, is currently in Kampala, Uganda, to attend the 12th High-Level Meeting of the Regional Oversight Mechanism (ROM) for the Peace, Security, and Cooperation (PSC) Framework concerning the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Efforts to remove wrecked and abandoned vessels

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The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has directed the urgent removal of wrecked and abandoned vessels that pose significant risks to navigation, marine ecosystems, and the safety of coastal communities.