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Gauteng Health MEC dismissed

Friday, October 9, 2020

Gauteng Premier David Makhura has dismissed Health MEC, Dr Bandile Masuku, for his failure to execute his duties over the procurement of personal protective equipment in the department.

Post office to drive economic growth

Friday, October 9, 2020

The South African Post Office (SAPO) is currently repositioning its e-commerce strategy to be a driver of global exports and to enhance intra-African trade under the new African Continental Free Trade Agreement, while engineering local trade.

Two nabbed for infrastructure theft

Friday, October 9, 2020

Two men are expected to appear in the Palm Ridge Magistrates Court today, on charges of possession of infrastructure material.

COVID-19 TERS relief fund suspect nabbed

Friday, October 9, 2020

A 47-year-old woman was arrested on Friday for allegedly defrauding the COVID-19 TERS relief benefits amounting to over R3 million.

Committee satisfied with progress in Public Protector’s office

Friday, October 9, 2020

The Portfolio Committee on Justice and Correctional Services has indicated that it is “cautiously happy” about progress reported on by the Office of the Public Protector for meeting - and in some cases exceeding its targets for the 2019/20 financial year.

Mobile application to bridge communication barriers

Friday, October 9, 2020

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and Aweza have collaborated to develop a unique mobile application to bridge communication barriers between healthcare providers and patients.

Operation O Kae Molao nabs multiple suspects

Friday, October 9, 2020

Joint forces across Gauteng have conducted a multi-disciplinary, intelligence-driven Operation O Kae Molao which led to the closure of an illegal liquor outlet and the arrest of the owner.

Call to protect the rights of children

Friday, October 9, 2020

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has urged the public to protect the rights of children.