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SA secures USD500 million to improve basic services in metros

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The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and South Africa have signed a USD 500 million sovereign-backed loan to support improvements in the provision of water and sanitation, electricity, and solid waste services in South Africa’s eight metropolitan cities.

Deputy Minister, Chinese Embassy to donate educational equipment

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As part of efforts to create an enabling learning environment, Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Seiso Mohai, and the Embassy of China will today donate educational equipment and learning materials to the Thiboloha Special School in the Maluti-aPhofung Local Municipality in the Free State.

Women’s Month: protecting women and children

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As the country moves to celebrate Women’s Day, the South African Police Service (SAPS) continues to profile the work of female officers who give their all to protect the nation.

Call to rally behind Banyana Banyana

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Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Peace Mabe has called on all South Africans to rally behind Banyana Banyana as they prepare to face Morocco in a crucial quarter-final match at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Saturday.

Commission to brief media on election timetable  

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With just hours to go before the midnight deadline for South Africans to register or update their details online ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections, the Electoral Commission is set to provide an update on key dates in the election timetable.

NSFAS opens theft case against former board member

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Employees of the National Student Fund Aid Scheme (NSFAS) have opened a case of theft against a former board member for stealing laptops earmarked for under-resourced schools in the Eastern Cape.

President Ramaphosa updated on Sasol operations

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President Cyril Ramaphosa visited Sasol's Secunda Operations in Mpumalanga, where he received a comprehensive briefing on the company's integrated operations and their contribution to South Africa's economic growth, industrial development, energy security and job creation.

Amendment Bill to strengthen administration of justice

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The Judicial Matters Amendment Bill seeks to remove legal uncertainty and improve the administration of justice across a range of areas, Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Andries Nel, said.

Free online export course to help WC businesses access global markets

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The Western Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDAT), in partnership with the International Trade Institute of Southern Africa (ITISA), has launched a free Online Export Course aimed at equipping businesses with the skills and knowledge needed to compete in international markets.

Celebrating the country's milestones of democracy

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In the year marking 30 years since the adoption of the Constitution, 50 years since the 1976 Youth Uprising, 70 years since the 1956 Women’s March and 60 years since the forced removals from District Six, government is engaging communities across the country to celebrate the gains, achievements and milestones of 32 years of democracy.

eThekwini to launch R29 million market upgrade

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The eThekwini Municipality will on Friday officially launch Phase One of the R29 million Mansel Road Market Development and hand over trading permits to 53 newly selected Church Walk traders, marking another milestone in efforts to strengthen Durban's informal economy.