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Human rights organisation welcomes Women Ministry appointments

Tuesday, July 2, 2024

An organisation promoting the human rights and empowerment of women and girls has commended the appointment of new Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Minister, Sindisiwe Chikunga and Deputy Minister Mmapaseka Steve Letsike to the portfolio.

AgriSA welcomes new Agriculture Minister

Monday, July 1, 2024

AgriSA says it is looking forward to a collaborative and productive relationship, working together with the newly appointed Agriculture Minister, John Steenhuisen, to advance the agricultural sector in South Africa.

Department of Health, trade union welcome Dr Aaron Motsoaledi as new Minister 

Monday, July 1, 2024

The Department of Health has welcomed Dr Aaron Motsoaledi as their new Minister and his Deputy, Dr Joe Phaahla, as part of the newly established seventh democratic administration to move South Africa forward.

On Sunday, President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed Motsoaledi as the Minister of Health when he was announcing the Government of National Unity (GNU) Cabinet.

Motsoaledi replaces Phaahla, who has served in the portfolio since August 2021.

However, Motsoaledi is no stranger to the department, having previously served as the Minister from 2009 to 2019. 

Cape Town residents warned of water disconnections scam

Monday, July 1, 2024

The City of Cape Town has urged its residents to be aware of a scam doing the rounds, where money is solicited from the city’s customers to avoid supposed water restrictions/disconnections due to non-payment. 

MPs to undergo induction

Monday, July 1, 2024

Following their swearing in ceremony last month, new Members of Parliament in the seventh administration are set to undergo an induction programme that will get underway tomorrow.