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SIU to investigate alleged Telkom corruption

Wednesday, January 26, 2022

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) says it will investigate the affairs of state-owned telecommunications company Telkom in relation to allegations of corruption, maladministration and improper conduct at the entity.

SA welcomes new Ambassadors and High Commissioners

Wednesday, January 26, 2022

President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed and received letters of credence from the newly appointed Heads of Mission from countries across the world at a ceremony held on Tuesday.

Gender commission welcomes Kannaland mayor's removal

Wednesday, January 26, 2022

The Commission for Gender Equality says it will continue its investigation into how convicted rapist Jeffrey Donson and convicted fraudster Werner Meshoa were elected as mayor and deputy mayor of Kannaland - despite a motion of no confidence being passed against the two last week.

Management of asylum seekers and refugees under the spotlight

Wednesday, January 26, 2022

The strategic approach to the management of asylum seekers and refugees in South Africa came to the fore at a meeting between Home Affairs Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).

Technology Innovation Agency welcomes appointment of new board

Wednesday, January 26, 2022

The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), an entity of the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), has welcomed the appointment of the new TIA board by Higher Education, Science and Innovation Minister Blade Nzimande.

The appointment follows the expiration of the term of the previous board.

According to TIA, the board plays a pivotal oversight role, helping to guide the strategic direction of the agency. It brings with it a wealth of experience and expertise from various areas in the innovation ecosystem.

Alleged child rapist denied bail

Wednesday, January 26, 2022

The rape and child abuse case against a 30-year-old man has been postponed in the Thohoyandou Magistrate’s court after his bail application was denied by the court.

Dlamini Zuma condemns physical abuse of Amathole councillor

Wednesday, January 26, 2022

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) Minister, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, has condemned the physical abuse of an Amathole District Municipality councillor at its East London offices.

Two Vaal Dam sluice gates closed

Tuesday, January 25, 2022

The Department of Water and Sanitation has closed two sluice gates that were opened at the Vaal Dam after the water levels reached better manageable volumes due to previous releases into the dam.