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Mop up operations continue across Western Cape

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The Western Cape Provincial Government says it has been working around the clock to re-open roads and assist communities that have been badly affected by the recent heavy rains and flooding.

Tourism Equity Fund welcomed

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Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille has welcomed Cabinet’s concurrence for the implementation of the Tourism Equity Fund (TEF).

Educators honoured at National Teaching Awards

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Deputy President Paul Mashatile has reaffirmed government’s commitment to reinforcing teacher support and prioritising the professional growth of those who are the key drivers of basic education. 

Two pedestrians injured during footbridge collapse

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The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has noted the unfortunate incident of a steel footbridge that collapsed between Jeppestown and George Goch stations on the Germiston to Johannesburg line.

President Ramaphosa mourns Prof Hoosen ‘Jerry’ Coovadia

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the family of Professor Hoosen Mahomed “Jerry” Coovadia, a leading scientist, health policy innovator, and anti-apartheid activist who has passed away at the age of 83 at his home in Durban. 

Minister welcomes chemical pollution framework

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Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Barbara Creecy has welcomed the adoption of a framework that calls for the phasing out of highly hazardous pesticides in the agriculture sector where the risks have not been managed.