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Griekwastad murderer's parole set for review

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Correctional Services Minister, Dr Pieter Groenewald, has referred the decision to grant parole to the infamous Griekwastad murderer to the Correctional Supervision and Parole Review Board (CSPRB) - for review.

Public comment sought on proposal to classify performers as employees

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The Department of Employment and Labour has invited public comment on a proposal to classify performers in South Africa’s advertising, artistic and cultural sectors as employees -- a move aimed at strengthening protections for vulnerable workers in the creative industries.

Over 4 million smart ID cards issued in 2025

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The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has issued a record 4 002 964 smart ID cards in the 2025 calendar year -- the highest rate of delivery in the history of the department.

Government assesses funding priorities for 2026

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Government leaders have gathered at an extended Cabinet meeting to assess plans and priorities for the year ahead, placing an emphasis on fiscal discipline, economic stability and targeted funding to support government’s key priorities.

Manamela welcomes SIU recovery of NSFAS funds

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Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has welcomed the recovery of R1.7 billion by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), which has been returned to the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).

SIU returns R1.7bn to the NSFAS purse

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The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) says it has returned R1.7 billion to the National Student Financial Aid Scheme purse, which will be allocated to students' needs at institutions of higher education.

Call for better policing

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Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia has emphasised to members of the police service that citizens deserve an effective, accountable policing service that is deeply trusted by the communities it serves.

Agreement to strengthen pharmacy education quality

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The Council on Higher Education (CHE) and the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) have formally entered into a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) to strengthen cooperation, coordination and collaboration in the quality assurance, accreditation and promotion of pharmacy education and training in South Africa.