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First Ladies bring smiles to little faces

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

Greeted with cheers and smiles at a day care centre in Mamelodi, Pretoria East, South Africa’s First Lady, Dr Tshepo Motsepe, and China’s First Lady Madame Peng Liyuan received a warm welcome by over 100 smiling faces.

Cutting-edge technology unveiled to tackle mine safety

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has developed cutting-edge technology in an effort to clampdown on the country's deteriorating mine safety.

During a media briefing at the Mandela Mining Precinct in Johannesburg today, the CSIR showcased some of the latest technologies to support the country’s mining sector.

Stakeholders including the Minerals Council South Africa, Department of Science and Technology and representatives from industry were present at the briefing. 

AIDS 2018 focuses on people left behind

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

More than 15 000 people gathered in Amsterdam on Monday for the opening of the 22nd International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2018), where leaders focused on the major new investments, science-based policies and the political will needed to put the HIV response back on track.

Public Service, a career of choice

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

In a bid to attract the best graduates to the public service, Public Service and Administration Minister Ayanda Dlodlo will tomorrow launch the Public Service Graduate Recruitment Scheme at the University of Johannesburg.

Motsoaledi to lead SA at AIDS Conference

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

Deputy President David Mabuza has delegated Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi to lead the South African delegation to the 22nd International AIDS Conference taking place in Amsterdam, Netherlands, from 23 - 27 July 2018.

DWS engages stakeholders in Makana over water shortages

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister Pamela Tshwete will today meet various stakeholders in Makana Municipality in the Eastern Cape to assess progress in the provision of water and sanitation services.

Government supports film industry

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

Government is committed to supporting the film industry to ensure that it continues to contribute to South Africa’s economic growth, says Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies.