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President Ramaphosa issues rallying call for unity

Thursday, February 13, 2025

President Cyril Ramaphosa has issued a powerful call to action, urging all political parties, civil society groups, and citizens to unite and join government in building a South Africa that is inclusive, equal and fair.

Deadline draws closer for registration of spaza shops

Thursday, February 13, 2025

Spaza shop owners and other food handling facilities have until  28 February 2025, to register their businesses. 

Last year, President Cyril Ramaphosa extended the registration deadline for all spaza shops and food handling outlets after initially announcing the registration directive in November 2024. 

This extension follows a serious incident involving foodborne illnesses, which resulted in over 890 cases and nearly 30 deaths since September 2024.

NRF, FirstRand renew programme to support Black academics

Thursday, February 13, 2025

The National Research Foundation (NRF) has announced the renewal of its partnership with the FirstRand Empowerment Foundation (FREF), aimed at deepening transformation in the country’s academic cohort.

SA spent R7.7 billion on alcohol over the December holidays

Thursday, February 13, 2025

Social Development Deputy Minister Ganief Henricks has told the portfolio committee on Social Development the scourge of substance and drug abuse is a challenge not only for South Africa but globally.

Young boy successfully repatriated

Thursday, February 13, 2025

The department of Social Development has once again successfully repatriated a young South African boy from Zimbabwe who has been missing for almost two years.