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Media key to social cohesion

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Communications Minister Nomvula Mokonyane says it is the responsibility of government and the media fraternity to contribute to the development of the country in achieving social cohesion and nation building.

SABC needs to reposition itself

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Communications Minister Nomvula Mokonyane says there is a need for the South African Broadcast Corporation (SABC) to reposition itself.

All systems go for SAPO social grants payments

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The process of phasing out Cash Payment Services (CPS) and phasing in the South African Post Office (SAPO) to pay social grants, is moving smoothly, with no glitches expected, come 1 October 2018.

Telecom conference to attract billions

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South Africa will use the 2018 International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Telecom World platform to attract new investment into the country in an effort to meet the President’s target of US$100 billion investment over the next five years.

Public servants urged to be top service provider

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Public Service and Administration Minister Ayanda Dlodlo has urged public servants to aim high and put their best foot forward when carrying out their duties and serving the nation.

Land reform to promote economic growth, transformation

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While the land debate continues throughout the country, government has maintained that the expropriation of land without compensation will ensure land is equitably distributed according to need, boost agricultural production and food security while promoting economic transformation.

UJ helping students in distress

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The University of Johannesburg (UJ) Wellness Unit will in September run awareness sessions on the four university campuses throughout the month of September to assist students and staff members who may be feeling desperate.

A toast to women in Science

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When one has to make a simple decision on which wine to have with tonight’s dinner - our vocab generally stretches as far as “red” or “white.” And words such as “Enology” and “Viticulture” surely are hardly a part of that equation. Or for some, these really big words may not even feature in our vocab at all – choosing rather to just sip on our wine and enjoy the moment.

Hospitality to have a say on Green Tourism incentive

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The Hospitality Industry will from 1 September to 30 November 2018 once again be granted an opportunity to benefit from the third window application period of Green Tourism Incentive Programme (GTIP), the Department of Tourism announced.

Call to financially support women contractors

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Human Settlements Minister Nomaindiya Mfeketo says one of the key instruments the country must use to empower women is the National Treasury’s directive that instructs provinces to ring-fence 30% of their human settlements budgets for women driven initiatives.

Research may simplify diabetes tests

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Finger pricking to determine glucose levels in diabetic patients may be a thing of the past if a new research by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research becomes successful.