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President: Turn adversity into opportunity in 2020

Thursday, January 2, 2020

As the 25th year of our democracy draws to a close, we look back on a year that has been filled with both highs and lows, a year in which we measured great progress, but also encountered several setbacks.

Petrol price to come down in January

Monday, December 30, 2019

Cash strapped consumers returning from their December holiday break will breathe a sigh of relief at the petrol pumps as the price of petrol is set to come down by between 4 and 14 cents a litre this week.

SAPS urges cautious use of fireworks

Tuesday, December 31, 2019

With hours to go until New Year’s Eve celebrations get underway, the South African Police Service (SAPS) is urging the public to use firecrackers responsibly.

DBE clarifies math pass requirements

Monday, December 30, 2019

The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has dismissed social media posts suggesting that the minimum pass requirements for mathematics have been lowered to 20% for Grades 7 to 9.