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Kekana: Use radio to build bridges

Wednesday, February 13, 2019

As South Africa joins the globe in celebrating World Radio Day, Communications Deputy Minister Pinky Kekana says the country must harness the power of radio to promote social cohesion.

Minister disappointed by non-payment of doctors

Wednesday, February 13, 2019

Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi says he is disappointed and highly distressed to learn that some intern and community service doctors, who started work in January, have not been paid their salaries.

Working together to address student concerns

Wednesday, February 13, 2019

Higher Education Minister Naledi Pandor says contrary to misleading reports, her meeting with the South African Union of Students (SAUS) was fruitful and that there are engagements to find solutions to challenges that are faced by students.

Panel of experts to assess Eskom's challenges

Wednesday, February 13, 2019

Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan says the Eskom Board will appoint a panel of experts to do an assessment of all the power supply challenges that the utility has encountered over the past few days.

Portfolio committee to decide McBride contract

Wednesday, February 13, 2019

The Portfolio Committee on Police is taking seriously a court order to urgently look into the renewal or non-renewal of the contract of IPID Head, Robert McBride.

SA urges ceasefire in Ukraine

Wednesday, February 13, 2019

South Africa has reiterated its stance that there must be an immediate cessation of hostilities in eastern Ukraine.

SA showcases organic products in Germany

Wednesday, February 13, 2019

South African companies will this morning show off their wares at the International Trade Fair for Organic Products as part of government efforts to increase South African exports.

AG raises alarm over future of PetroSA, Necsa

Wednesday, February 13, 2019

There is material uncertainty whether PetroSA, Necsa and Pelchem, can continue to operate, the Auditor General (AG) of South Africa said on Tuesday.

Stage three load shedding continues

Wednesday, February 13, 2019

Due to a shortage in capacity, Eskom is implementing stage three rotational load shedding from 8am and it is likely to continue until 11pm today.