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National Assembly to consider housing bill

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The Portfolio Committee on Human Settlements has adopted the Housing Consumer Protection Bill for it to be referred to the National Assembly for consideration.

Cannabis sector has potential to eradicate poverty

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Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister, Nomalungelo Gina, says the cannabis sector has a huge potential for development for the small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) located in rural areas where poverty is concentrated.

PRASA welcomes ban on trade of scrap metal

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The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has welcomed government’s decision to ban the trade of scrap metal, as it will significantly improve its ability to run trains and protect the rail infrastructure.

More Eskom coal thieves arrested

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Two people have been arrested at Eskom’s Matla Power Station in Mpumalanga on Monday for the alleged theft of coal at the power station.

Collect HIV medication at the Post Office

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People living with HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) who collect their medication from government clinics have the option of collecting their medication from a Post Office collection point.

Government welcomes jobs growth

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Government has welcomed the results of the Quarterly Labour Force Survey for quarter three, which revealed that 204 000 jobs were gained between the second and third quarters of 2022.

Interventions to reinforce governance of Ingonyama Trust commended

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The Portfolio Committee on Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development has commended Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development Minister, Thoko Didiza’s report on the interventions to reinforce governance, oversight and accountability of the Ingonyama Trust and Ingonyama Trust Board.