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Beware of fake COVID-19 SRD application sites

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The Department of Social Development and its entity the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), have warned the public of fake sites and links for applications for the COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (cSRD) grants.

South Africa and Japan foster relations 

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The friendship and collaboration between Japan and South Africa – as an essential factor in the advancement of peace, prosperity and mutual understanding – have been reflected upon at Deputy President Paul Mashatile’s meeting with Japanese Ambassador to South Africa, Fumio Shimizu.

Hawks, BMA arrest two immigration specialists

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The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato has applauded the arrest of two Immigration Specialists at the Beitbridge port of entry by the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks).

Global challenges require G2O countries to work together

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasised the importance of the Group of 20 (G20) members working together to overcome unprecedented challenges, including slow and uneven growth, rising debt burdens, persistent poverty and inequality, and the existential threat of climate change.

South Africa leads G20 science and innovation drive

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South Africa is taking the lead in global scientific collaboration as it assumes the G20 Presidency, with a strong focus on pandemic preparedness, emerging technologies and sustainable development.

Eskom suspends load shedding

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Following the recovery of generation capacity and the replenishment of emergency reserves, Eskom has suspended load shedding.

A blended approach is key for climate finance

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The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Deputy Governor, Fundi Tshazibana, has emphasised that emerging markets and developing economies need a blended approach to finance both climate change mitigation and adaptation.

Load shedding suspension remains on the horizon

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Repairs at Eskom’s Majuba power station in Mpumalanga has placed the country closer to the suspension of load shedding, Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa said.