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SA calls for unity ahead of G20 Women’s Declaration

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South Africa has called on G20 member states to exercise maximum flexibility and solidarity as the Empowerment of Women Working Group (EWWG) enters the final phase of negotiations on the first-ever G20 Ministerial Declaration on the Empowerment of Women.

SA to relaunch TB Caucus to combat national epidemic

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To enhance the government’s efforts in combating tuberculosis (TB), Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi and National Assembly Speaker, Thoko Didiza, are set to lead the relaunch of the South African TB Caucus.

Transnet agreement sees revival of steam train service

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In a landmark moment for South Africa’s tourism and heritage rail sector, Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM) and the Outeniqua Choo Tjoe Company have signed a 25-year concession agreement to operate and manage the iconic Outeniqua Choo Tjoe heritage railway line.

SAWS warns of severe thunderstorms

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The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned that Limpopo and Mpumalanga could experience severe thunderstorms on Monday and Tuesday.

Over 200 wanted suspects arrested in Tshwane over the weekend

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The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Tshwane, together with various law enforcement including the Tshwane Metropolitan Police Department and the Department of Home Affairs, conducted a large-scale, zero-tolerance crime operation on Saturday and arrested 251 wanted suspects.

President Ramaphosa’s Swiss visit to strengthen trade and innovation ties

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Bern, Switzerland – At the backdrop of shifting global trade and investment dynamics, President Cyril Ramaphosa is advancing South Africa’s strategy to diversify its export markets, a move aimed at reducing reliance on a few partners and promoting value-added trade that supports industrial growth and job creation.

Private sector invited to help modernise South Africa’s rail network

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In a move to ensure that the country's rail passenger trips target of 600 million by 2030 is achieved, government has released a series of Requests for Information (RFI) for ideas and investment from the private sector to modernise and grow South Africa’s rail system.