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Gauteng hosts roundtable on sinkholes

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The Gauteng Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) recently held a first of its kind roundtable on the management of sinkholes and dolomite.

Clean cooking a 'major victory' following G20 energy meetings

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While global energy talks at the final G20 Energy Transitions Working Group (ETWG) and Energy Transitions Ministerial Meetings ended inconclusively, a different, more urgent struggle was won – one affecting a young girl who, instead of studying after school, must trek for firewood.

Conference to reflect on 30 years of the PPSA

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The 30 Year Anniversary International Conference of the Public Protector is set to reflect and celebrate the role played by the independent institution’s existence in South Africa’s development.

No damage caused by Germiston tornado

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The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has confirmed that no significant damage was observed on-the-ground damage assessment of the observed tornado in the vicinity of the Rand Airport, Germiston.

Efforts to revive logistics sector

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Government is working towards re-establishing rail as the backbone of transport while ensuring that strategic infrastructure such as rail lines and ports remain in public ownership, says Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy.

Minister Ramokgopa calls on G20 to serve as 'beacon of hope'

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In a rousing call to action, Electricity and Energy Minister, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has called for G20 countries to ensure that the Energy Transitions Working Group and Ministerial meetings serve as a beacon of hope for those living on the margins of society.