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Parliament begins setting up internal structures

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With the election of the Presiding Officers and the inauguration of the new President done and dusted, the seventh Parliament will now shift focus to establishing internal structures necessary for Parliament to function.

SADC urged to invest in rail infrastructure

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The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) Chief Executive Officer Hishaan Emeran has called on the railway transport sector in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region to continue to invest in the development, upgrade and maintenance of rail infrastructure.

Alleged illegal mining kingpin to appear in court

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An alleged illicit mining kingpin is expected to appear in the Apel Magistrate’s Court in due course after being arrested with two others in Atok, Limpopo, said the South African Police Service (SAPS).

Hawks seize cocaine worth R8 million

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The KwaZulu-Natal Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) Provincial Head, Major General Lesetja Senona, has welcomed the seizure of 20 cocaine bricks that were destined for the Free State.

Public warned of spring tide this weekend

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The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) and emergency services have appealed to the public to be cautious around the country’s coastlines as a spring tide is expected this weekend.

Government thanks SA for tuning into Presidential Inauguration

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Government has extended its deepest and most sincere appreciation to all South Africans who joined the 2024 Presidential Inauguration in person, on television, radio and online to witness a very important and momentous occasion in the nation's history.

Mpox cases rise to 13

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South Africa has identified six additional laboratory-confirmed cases of Mpox, taking the total number of cases from seven to 13 since the first case was reported last month.

Transnet appoints COO

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Transnet has appointed experienced and respected logistics manager, Lekau ‘Solly’ Letsoalo as Group Chief Operating Officer - effective from next month.