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Nkoana-Mashabane unveils Madiba statue in Washington DC

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Pretoria - International Relations and Cooperation Minister Nkoana-Mashabane has unveiled a statue of former President Nelson Mandela at the South African Embassy in Washington D.C, United States of America (USA).

Nation urged to wait for Canadian prisoner's DNA results

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Pretoria - As the media speculation continues over the identity of a man resembling the 1976 uprising hero, Mbuyisa Makhubu, Arts and Culture Minister Paul Mashatile, says the nation should wait for official DNA test results.

Education a critical tool for humanity: Motlanthe

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Pretoria - Education remains a critical tool to equip humanity with the intellectual wherewithal to change human condition for the better, says Deputy President and Vice Chancellor of the University of Venda (Univen), Kgalema Motlanthe.

Zuma reopens Grootvlei power station

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Balfour - President Jacob Zuma has lauded the reopening of the Grootvlei power station, saying it will contribute to the easing of electricity demand by providing maintenance space for other power stations.

Nkoana-Mashabane concludes Venezuela working visit

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Pretoria - International Relations and Cooperation Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane has concluded her working visit to Venezuela, where she held talks with her counterpart Elias Jaua Milano with the aim of solidifying relations between the two counties.

Youth tax incentive expected in January 2014

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Pretoria – After years of consultation, the Cabinet has approved a proposed youth tax incentive aimed at encouraging employers to hire young people to deal with unemployment.

SA celebrates democracy through Freedom Fridays

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Johannesburg – The inspirational Freedom Fridays campaign, which is aimed at building momentum in the run up to next year’s 20th anniversary of freedom and democracy, has officially kicked off.

Mashatile set to launch Freedom Fridays

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Johannesburg - Arts and Culture Minister Paul Mashatile has arrived at South Africa’s most famous street, Vilakazi Street, in Soweto, to launch the Freedom Fridays campaign, which officially marks the countdown to the 20th anniversary of freedom and democracy in the country.

Police warn unruly fans at MTN 8 match

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Pretoria - Police are set to spoil the mood for unruly soccer fans and criminal elements during the MTN 8 second leg semi-final match between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates.

N West women gather in prayer

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Pretoria - Women are usually the first line of defence in every family and play a central role in holding the family unit together and instilling good behaviour, says North West Premier Thandi Modise.