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Youth called to fight COVID-19

Monday, June 1, 2020

Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa says the youth of 2020 have been called upon to fight a much more silent war, the COVID-19 pandemic, and to help to rebuild society.

Orientation underway ahead of schools reopening on 8 June

Monday, June 1, 2020

Following the postponed reopening of schools to 8 June 2020, schools around the country are set to use the first week of June to induct and orientate teachers on the COVID-19 school environment, and to ensure the readiness of each facility for the arrival of learners.

Spotlight on children’s rights

Monday, June 1, 2020

The Minister of Social Development, Lindiwe Zulu, will today host a virtual meeting aimed at giving children a voice in the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic.

President engages SANEF on COVID-19 response

Monday, June 1, 2020

President Cyril Ramaphosa has, in a virtual meeting on Sunday, engaged with members of the South African National Editors’ Forum (SANEF) on the country’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

President appoints Deputy National Directors at NPA

Monday, June 1, 2020

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Advocates Ouma Rasethaba and Rodney de Kock as Deputy National Directors of Public Prosecutions with effect from today, Monday, 01 June 2020.

Schools health, safety paramount: President Ramaphosa

Monday, June 1, 2020

President Cyril Ramaphosa has assured parents that the health and safety of learners and students would be of paramount importance as government prepares to reopen schools and institutes of higher education in lockdown level 3.

Schools to reopen on 8 June

Monday, June 1, 2020

Schools will reopen on 8 June 2020 for grade 7 and 12 learners to allow for the orientation and training of teachers.