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Public warned against government subsidised housing scam

Monday, December 13, 2021

The Department of Human Settlements has warned potential beneficiaries of fully subsidised government homes about scammers claiming to assist them to apply for government subsidy houses (RDP), also known as Breaking New Ground (BNG).

SAPS pounce on Portuguese fugitive

Monday, December 13, 2021

A convicted fraudster wanted by the Portuguese government will on Monday appear before the Verulam Magistrate’s Court after he was arrested in Umhlanga Rocks, north of Durban, at the weekend.

Presidency studies PPE corruption report

Monday, December 13, 2021

The Presidency is studying the final report of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) into allegations of corruption in the procurement of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the public sector.

Take accountability and stop GBV

Friday, December 10, 2021

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has challenged communities to take responsibility in realising a South Africa free from gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF).

Proposal to create corruption focused Chapter Nine institution

Friday, December 10, 2021

Former Justice of the Constitutional Court, Judge Albie Sachs, says the formation of an independent body or commission with powers akin to those of a Chapter Nine institution, should be considered in the fight against corruption.

Continued pursuance of Constitutional goals a must

Friday, December 10, 2021

Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Ronald Lamola, says government and society must remain unapologetic in the pursuance and protection of the ideals laid out in the Constitution.

Call to fund COVID-19 initiative

Friday, December 10, 2021

President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged global leaders to come together to fully fund the Access to COVID-19 Tools (ACT) Accelerator’s new Strategic Plan to continue saving lives and end the pandemic.

Municipalities urged to address ageing water infrastructure

Friday, December 10, 2021

Water and Sanitation (DWS) Minister Senzo Mchunu, has called on municipalities to allocate budget for the replacement of old and ageing infrastructure, as they are the main causes of water losses and sewer spillages.