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Macpherson welcomes growth in the construction sector

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Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has welcomed the latest third-quarter economic data from Statistics South Africa (Stats SA), which shows the first signs of growth of 0.1% in the construction sector after three consecutive quarters of decline.

Economic transformation non-negotiable, says Trade Minister

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Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau has reaffirmed that South Africa’s economic transformation is “a constitutional and moral imperative” - warning that slow progress, non-compliance and fronting continue to undermine efforts to redress apartheid’s economic legacy.

Nzimande warns against misuse of AI and emerging technologies

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Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande, has called for greater vigilance in how scientific knowledge is applied, particularly as emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) become more pervasive.

SA intensifies fight against corruption

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Public Service and Administration Minister Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi says with the launch of the International Anti-Corruption Day, South Africa is moving towards a cleaner and an accountable state.

New Plant Improvement Act comes into effect

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The Department of Agriculture has announced that the Plant Improvement Act, 2018 (Act 11 of 2018) and its accompanying regulations has officially come into effect on 1 December 2025.

Petrol prices increase in December

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Motorists will have to fork out more for fuel this festive season as the price of all grades of petrol have gone up this December.

Parliament concerned about threats to MPs

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Parliament has noted with great concern the incidents of intimidation and threats directed at Members of Parliament (MPs) in the execution of their work.