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Larger than life photographer Nzima laid to rest

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Sam Nzima, the photojournalist who shot the legendary photograph of a dying Hector Pieterson, has been described as a giant who told the story of South Africa’s liberation struggle.

Communicators urged to tell good stories

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Communications Minister Nomvula Mokonyane has encouraged communicators to produce stories that contribute to the country's development and help South Africans to take advantage of the wide range of available opportunities.

New Karoo telescope to give astronomers an extra view

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Science and Technology Director General Dr Phil Mjwara says the MeerLICHT, the newly launched optical telescope, will help astronomers make optical multiband observations that were observed by a radio telescope in the night time.

Africa Day: A step towards Vision 2063

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In marking Africa Day, President Cyril Ramaphosa says the adoption of the Continental Free Trade Area shows the commitment by African leaders to follow in the footsteps of its forebears and unite in achieving the continent’s development goals.

N Cape schools benefit from MeerLICHT

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As scientists prepared to launch a new optical telescope near Sutherland in the Northern Cape, the South African Astronomical Observatory handed over a revamped science laboratory and new desks to two local schools in the Karoo town on Thursday.

SARS clarifies customs requirements

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The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has clarified the confusion surrounding customs requirements for traveller’s returning to South Africa with personal valuables.

Public Enterprises notes SA Express decision

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Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan has noted the Civil Aviation Authority’s decision to suspend South African Express’s Air Operators Certificate.

Hanekom backs newly appointed tourism board

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Tourism Minister Derek Hanekom has welcomed the appointment of the new Board of South African Tourism, which he says will take the tourism sector to greater heights.

State capture hearings set for August

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Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo has announced that the first round of hearings for the State capture inquiry will be held in August.

Aviation authority clips SA Express' wings

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The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has suspended SA Express’s Air Operator's Certificate (AoC) and the airline’s Aircraft Maintenance Organisation (AMO) approvals.