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Government adopts fiscal anchor to improve public spending

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After considering options for an appropriate fiscal anchor, the government has opted for a principles-based framework that will legally require governing administrations to outline a detailed fiscal plan to ensure debt remains on a sustainable path throughout their term of office.

Ramokgopa engages religious and traditional leaders on NDP

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Minister in the Presidency responsible for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa, has led a stakeholder engagement with religious and traditional leaders aimed at strengthening community mobilisation in support of the National Development Plan (NDP): Vision 2030.

Parliamentary committee welcomes improved water board performance

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The Portfolio Committee on Water and Sanitation has welcomed improvements in the performance of water boards, Lepelle Northern Water and Overberg Water, while warning that persistent misalignment across the water value chain continues to leave some communities without reliable access to water.

NPA ramps up fight against organised crime

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The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) is intensifying the fight against organised crime by moving beyond prosecuting “foot soldiers” to targeting kingpins, syndicate leaders and those who control criminal networks.

Arrival of 100 000 FMD vaccine intensifies WC response

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A shipment of 100 000 doses of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccine has arrived at Cape Town International Airport, strengthening the Western Cape Government’s efforts to contain the disease and protect the province’s livestock sector.

Mpumalanga opens new school for learning

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The Mpumalanga Education Department has opened a newly completed, state-of-the-art high school within the Nkomazi Local Municipality for learners and educators.

SAWS issues a warning for disruptive rain

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The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has advised that cloudy and cool conditions are expected over the north-eastern parts of South Africa from Thursday into the weekend, with a possibility of isolated to scattered rain and showers.

Government at work to end water crisis

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South Africa observes National Water Month in March at a time when frustration over the unreliability of water supply has made headlines.