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Letsike emphasises role of traditional leaders in GBVF fight

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The Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Mmapaseka Steve Letsike, has emphasised the important role of traditional leaders in the fight against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF).

Murder of Mamelodi twins condemned 

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While extending its condolences, government has condemned the brutal and senseless killing of 14-year-old twins in Mamelodi West in Gauteng.

SA launches Joint Business Council with Egypt

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South Africa on Friday elevated its trade and economic relations with Egypt by launching the Joint South Africa - Egypt Business Council (JBC) on the margins of the Alamein- Africa Business Forum.

Former Home Affairs official found guilty of fraud

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A former Home Affairs employee found guilty on charges relating to corruption, fraud, and contraventions of the Immigration Act will appear in court again in November 2026 for a pre-sentencing report, said the Hawks.

Turkish fugitive nabbed in KZN   

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A Turkish fugitive accused of rape, sexual assault and kidnapping, among others, has been arrested in Isipingo, KwaZulu-Natal, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said.

President arrives in Egypt for AU meeting

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El-Alamein, Egypt - President Cyril Ramaphosa arrived in the Arab Republic of Egypt on Saturday to participate in the 8th African Union (AU) Mid-Year Coordination Meeting (MYCM) in El-Alamein.

Call for stronger partnerships to drive automotive investment, job creation

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El-Alamein, Egypt -South Africa has called for stronger regional cooperation, increased investment and deeper industrial integration to build a competitive African automotive industry capable of creating jobs, expanding trade and strengthening the continent’s position in global markets.

 North West tackles illegal initiation schools

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The National Department of Traditional Affairs and the North West Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Department recently embarked on an awareness campaign to reinforce lawful traditional practices under the Customary Initiation Act of 2021.

City of Johannesburg launches pensioners' relief campaign

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The City of Johannesburg has launched the Pensioners Legacy and Relief Campaign aimed at helping senior citizens access property-rates relief while also supporting families to protect their homes and manage municipal affairs responsibly.

AU Human Rights Mission to SA concludes

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Preliminary observations of the Promotion Mission undertaken by the African Union’s (AU) African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights (ACHPR) has found that South Africa has a comprehensive framework for the protection of human rights.

Gauteng moves in the fight against GBVF

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The Gauteng Provincial Government has identified 10 police stations to be prioritised for support in its gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) plan.