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Skills revolution puts Africa on growth path

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Pretoria – Africa’s skills revolution has put more young people in institutions of higher education, which will translate into a workforce that will grow and modernise the continental economy.

SABC chairperson resigns

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Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma has received and accepted the resignation of the Chairperson of the Board of the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC), Professor Mbulaheni Obert Maguvhe.

KZN works to build food security

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Pretoria – KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development Themba Mthembu says the department will work towards ensuring that no household goes hungry.

Innovation pays off for young entrepreneur

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Lightbulbs have revolutionised the way the world addresses lighting needs - but few of us know how much damage irresponsible disposal of these lightbulbs causes to the environment.

Minister apologises for delayed trains

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Pretoria - Transport Minister Dipuo Peters has apologised to passengers, their families and friends, who are on board the three trains which are delayed in Bloemfontein.

More than 3 000 motorists arrested

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Pretoria - A total of 3 078 motorists were arrested on South African roads from 1 December to the 16th for drunken driving, speeding, reckless and negligent driving as well as the possession of false documents.

Don't drink and drive

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Pretoria – As the festive season is officially in full swing, South Africans are encouraged not drink and drive.

Fraudster targets N West Premier

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Pretoria - The Office of the Premier of the North West has warned members of the public against an imposter who phones people, claiming to be Premier Supra Mahumapelo.

Government continues to invest in education

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Pretoria – Government has continued to invest in improving its education outcomes, as it awarded 14 343 students with bursaries to study towards a Bachelor of Education or a Post Graduate Certificate in Education.

Environmental sector creates jobs

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Pretoria - The Environmental Sector continues to be a source of job creation, skills development and economic empowerment, says President Jacob Zuma.

Mining towns get R1.3bn for infrastructure

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Pretoria – About R1.3 billion has been spent to provide coordinated support and to mitigate challenges with infrastructure provision in mining towns, says President Jacob Zuma.