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R8.3m to strengthen US-SA higher education network

Wednesday, September 30, 2020

The United States Embassy, University of Pretoria (UP) and Rutgers University-Newark have officially launched a $500 000 (R8.3 million) grant to further strengthen and support the United States-South Africa Higher Education Network (US-SA HEN).

Gauteng Health HOD suspended

Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Gauteng Premier David Makhura has placed the provincial Health Department head, Professor Mkhululi Lukhele, on immediate precautionary suspension for allegedly failing to exercise responsibility in the COVID-19 related procurement.

Applicants urged to appeal rejected R350 claims

Wednesday, September 30, 2020

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has urged people to send through their appeals after experiencing an increased number of rejected applications for the R350 COVID-19 grant.

SA retailers commit to curb food waste

Wednesday, September 30, 2020

The Consumer Goods Council of South Africa (CGCSA) has launched the South African Food Loss and Waste Voluntary Agreement, which commits food manufacturers and retailers to reduce food waste.

Condolences for the people of Kuwait

Wednesday, September 30, 2020

President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended condolences, on behalf of government and the people of South Africa, to the government and people of the State of Kuwait, following the passing of His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on Tuesday.

National action crucial to restore employment

Wednesday, September 30, 2020

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africans must work together to ensure a rapid rebound in employment following the release of the latest employment figures.

Concern at 6% spike in Gauteng COVID-19 cases

Wednesday, September 30, 2020

The Gauteng Department of Health is concerned about the 6% increase in the number of COVID-19 active cases since the country moved to level 1 of the lockdown.