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Recipients of National Orders named

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South African music legend Rebecca Malope and two heroes namely Chand Basson and Roydon Olckers, who sacrificed their lives while saving others, will be recognised at this year’s National Orders for their contribution towards the advancement of democracy and making a significant impact on improving the lives of South Africans.

New NYDA board appointed

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed a new seven member board for the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) to be headed up by the agency’s first female chairperson.

Justice department on an 'upward trend' - Minister Lamola

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Justice and Correctional Services Minister Ronald Lamola says despite the challenging circumstances brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the department is working to ensure that it fully delivers and implements its plans for improved service delivery.

Lamola talks tough on errant officials

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Justice and Correctional Services Minister, Ronald Lamola, says the department is pursuing disciplinary action against alleged errant officials “without fear or favour”.

Load shedding moves to Stage 3

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Load shedding has been downgraded from Stage 4 to Stage 3 this morning as Eskom’s emergency power reserves continue to recover from several breakdowns and trips at its power stations.

Creecy emphasises importance of addressing climate change

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With the African continent facing the full impact of the climate emergency, the region cannot delay its climate change adaptation and mitigation efforts, says Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Barbara Creecy.

Coega Technologies and Consulting re-launched

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In an effort to improve its information and communications technology (ITC) offering to the Special Economic Zone (SEZ) tenants, as well as other companies in the Eastern Cape, the Coega Development Corporation (CDC) has re-launched the Coega Technologies and Consulting business.