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Tembisa Hospital temporarily closed after fatal shooting

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The Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) advises members of the public who need to access health care services at the Tembisa Hospital today, to visit nearby health facilities as the hospital remains inaccessible following a fatal shooting incident.

Sex work decriminalisation consultations begin

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Justice and Constitutional Development Deputy Minister John Jeffery says the possible decriminalisation of sex work may be disputed, but it must be fully debated before a decision is taken.

National minimum wage increases

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The National Minimum Wage (NMW) for each ordinary hour worked has been increased from R21.69 to R23.19 for the year 2022 with effect from 01 March 2022.

Constitutional promises must be kept

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Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Ronald Lamola says the basic needs of all South Africans must be met and poverty must be eradicated in order for the true intentions of the Constitution to be realised.

Thumbs up for Thakgalang access road

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed satisfaction with progress made on the construction of a rural access road in Thakgalang village in Limpopo.

SONA to provide roadmap for SA

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President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to deliver the 2022 State of the Nation Address (SONA) in an environment that continues to be challenging.

SA records decline in rhino poaching

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While South Africa has recorded a 24% decrease in rhino poaching compared to the pre-COVID period in 2019, there has been an increase in poaching on private properties.

Parliament ready to host SONA

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Despite logistical challenges associated with preparing for the 2022 State of the Nation Address (SONA), National Assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula says Parliament is ready to host the event on Thursday.