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Univen student believed to be Thohoyandou serial killer

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Pretoria – Limpopo Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Fannie Masemola, says police have arrested a 24-year-old student at the University of Venda whom they believe is the Thohoyandou serial killer.

Better care for cancer patients

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Johannesburg – Care for cancer patients at the Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital (CMJAH) is set to improve, thanks to an upgraded oncology pharmacy worth R1.5 million. The pharmacy was launched today.

Over 362 000 contraceptive devices administered

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Pretoria – In just four months, since the Health Department launched a new contraceptive device, 362 000 women have benefited, exceeding the annual target of 320 000.

MomConnect to link expectant mums with vital info

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Pretoria – The Department of Health will this Women’s Month launch a project which seeks to register all pregnant women in the country for an “sms” service which provides information and advice on pregnancy, as well as a channel to notify them about poor service.

SA's big HIV/Aids 2030 plan

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Pretoria - Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi says government has big plans to turn the tide on HIV/Aids by 2030, in line with the target set by delegates at the International Aids Conference in Australia.

Youth empowerment at heart of rural development

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Pretoria - Rural Development and Land Reform Minister Gugile Nkwinti says youth empowerment will remain a priority in his department’s economic transformation programme.

More than 3 000 land claims lodged

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Pretoria - Less than a month after government re-opened the land claims window, Rural Development and Land Reform Minister Gugile Nkwinti says they have already received in excess of 3 000 claims.

Govt recommits to fast-track land reform

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Pretoria - Government has recommitted to urgently accelerate the pace of land reform in South Africa, Rural Development and Land Reform Minister Gugile Nkwinti announced on Wednesday.

Poacher's 77-year sentence welcomed

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Pretoria – National Police Commissioner General Riah Phiyega has welcomed the sentencing of a rhino poacher to a total of 77 years in prison.

Intelligence service seeks young talent

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Pretoria - State Security Minister David Mahlobo wants to make the intelligence service a career of choice for the majority of young South Africans.

SA to tighten border control

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Pretoria - State Security Minister David Mahlobo says more emphasis will be placed on effective control and management of South Africa’s border security.

Government beefs up intelligence services

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Pretoria - The State Security Agency has started a process of improving the capacity of intelligence services, State Security Minister David Mahlobo announced on Wednesday.