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Men's Parliament to put spotlight on GBV

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The Department of Social Development, in partnership with the men’s sector and the South African National Aids Council (SANAC), will on Monday host the inaugural National Men’s Parliament in response to the scourge of gender-based violence in the country.

Prepare better for natural disasters - Mkhize

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The ability to save lives and reduce the impact of disasters depends on the preventative steps society takes long before disaster strikes, says Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) Minister Zweli Mkhize.

Plan to address Eskom challenges afoot

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A Nine Point Plan is set to go a long way in turning the fortunes of Eskom around at a time when the utility is facing major challenges, its Group Chief Executive Officer Phakamani Hadebe said on Friday.

KZN to host Africa Forbes Leading Women Summit

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KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Economic, Tourism and Environment Affairs, Sihle Zikalala, has welcomed Forbes Africa's decision to host the first Africa Forbes Women Leading Women Summit in the province.

SA to participate at ITEC meeting

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International Relations and Cooperation Minister Lindiwe Sisulu will visit Moscow, Russia where she will co-chair the annual South Africa-Russia Intergovernmental Committee on Trade and Economic Co-operation (ITEC).

SA-EU summit strengthens bilateral relations

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President Cyril Ramaphosa says the seventh South Africa-European Union Summit which wrapped up on Thursday has served as fertile ground to accelerate investment and strengthen bilateral relations.

Minister rejects Scopa's assertion on support to SABC

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Communications Minister Nomvula Mokonyane has rejected the statement made by the Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA) accusing her of failing to provide the requisite support to the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) in its efforts to attain a government guarantee.

Eskom executive placed on suspension

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Eskom has placed its Executive for Group Capital Division at Eskom, Abram Masango, on suspension pending an investigation into various allegations of impropriety.

President Ramaphosa to co-chair ILO commission

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President Cyril Ramaphosa arrived in Geneva, Swiss Confederation, on Thursday, where he will co-chair the Fourth Meeting of the Global Commission on the Future of Work of the International Labour Organisation (ILO).

Trade, Industry Committee adopts copyright bills

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Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Trade and Industry has adopted reports on the Copyright Amendment Bill and the Performers Protection Amendment Bill which seek to establish and protect the rights of creators and copyright owners.

Mantashe to engage on Xolobeni matter

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Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe is scheduled to meet with the Amadiba Crisis Committee this weekend to discuss the Xolobeni matter as part of his engagements within the mining sector.