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Defence force recovers stolen military weapons in joint operation

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The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Military Police, in collaboration with the South African Police Service (SAPS), has successfully executed two intelligence-driven operations in Mooiplaas, Pretoria, resulting in the recovery of stolen military weapons and the arrest of three suspects.

SAPS prepared for planned demonstrations on 30 June

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Acting National Police Commissioner Puleng Dimpane assured South Africans that the South African Police Service (SAPS) working closely with other law enforcement agencies including the metro and private security are fully prepared for the planned demonstrations on 30 June.

Department clarifies end of Vlakfontein project contracts

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The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) says the termination of employment contracts for 178 workers on the Vlakfontein Canal Rehabilitation Project in Standerton does not constitute a retrenchment process but stems from the discontinuation of the project to which their employment was linked.

SACAP, NPA partner to improve enforcement of Architectural Profession Act

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The South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) has taken steps to strengthen collaboration with the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) as part of efforts to enhance enforcement of the Architectural Profession Act and improve compliance within the architectural profession.

South Africa improves global competitiveness ranking

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South Africa has improved its position in the 2026 World Competitiveness Yearbook (WCY), climbing 10 places to rank 54th out of 70 economies surveyed, according to the latest report released by the Institute of Management Development (IMD) in collaboration with Productivity SA.

Acting Minister confident of Western Cape readiness ahead of 30 June

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Acting Minister of Police Firoz Cachalia has expressed confidence in the operational plans of the Western Cape police ahead of the anticipated June 30 protests, while urging demonstrators to exercise their constitutional rights peacefully and within the confines of the law.

Constitutional Court confirms VAT treatment of recycled gold

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The Commissioner for the South African Revenue Service (SARS), Dr Johnstone Makhubu, has welcomed a unanimous Constitutional Court judgment in the matter against Lueven Metals (Pty) Ltd, which confirms SARS’ interpretation of the Value-Added Tax Act.

More than 200 bank branches now offering Smart ID card

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The Department of Home Affairs has reached another historic milestone on its path-breaking journey of digital transformation, with 203 bank branches now live in the new digital partnership model with the banking sector.

SAPS shines spotlight on its dedicated young police officers

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As South Africa marks Youth Month in June, the spotlight is firmly on the achievements, challenges and aspirations of young members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) through its national campaign, “SAPS Youth – Leading the Reset Agenda”.