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Capex spend decreases in 2017

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While capital expenditure by public sector institutions decreased in 2017, significant amounts were spent on service delivery orientated aspects, Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) said on Monday.

Minister condemns shooting of two police officers

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Police Minister Bheki Cele has strongly condemned the killing of two off-duty police officers in two separate incidents in the areas of Delft and Khayelitsha in the Western Cape on Friday.

Getting to the bottom of state capture

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The first public hearing in the much-awaited inquiry into allegations of state capture, corruption, fraud in government and state-owned entities will get underway in Parktown, Johannesburg, on Monday.

No truth in SAA's "information clamp down"

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South African Airways (SAA) has distanced itself from claims its employees are prohibited from accessing negative stories about the company using its equipment.

IT centre for Limpopo school

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Learners at BK Matlala Commercial High School in Limpopo now have access to a high-tech IT centre, which will drastically change the face of learning and teaching at the institution.

SA companies to invest $500m in SADC region

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South African companies have pledged to invest $500 million in countries in the South African Development Community (SADC), President Cyril Ramaphosa announced at the weekend.

Entrepreneurs warned against fraudsters

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Fake event organisers and con artists should refrain from misleading the public using the government’s name, Small Business Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu has warned.

Rhino poachers sentenced

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Over 360 suspected rhino poachers have, in the past six months, been handed ranging sentences as authorities continue to combat the scourge.

Prayer against women abuse

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Faith-based organisations and traditional leaders can play a significant role in South Africa’s efforts to curb soaring levels of gender-based violence, Deputy President David Mabuza said at the weekend.

More than 270 foreigners receive SA citizenship

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Home Affairs Minister Malusi Gigaba has urged over 270 newly naturalised South African citizens from across the world to be upright members who contribute positively to the country’s development.
Gigaba sought to impress the message on the group during a naturalisation ceremony held in Durban on Friday.

Annan was a champion of peace

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As tributes continue to pour in for the late former United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan, Brand South Africa has described the late Annan as a champion of human rights, the rule of law and good governance.

Meet the future SARB governors

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Learners from Krugersdorp High have done their school proud by clinching the top spot in the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) Schools Challenge competition.