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Four suspects arrested for extortion

Thursday, October 10, 2024

Police from the Gauteng Organised Crime Investigation Unit and Johannesburg Metro Police Department have arrested four suspects for extortion and intimidation in the Johannesburg CBD this week.

Lusikisiki massacre suspect was on parole: NPA

Thursday, October 10, 2024

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) says a man arrested in connection with the murder of 18 people in the Eastern Cape was currently out on parole for murder, while the massacre took place.

SA, Norway Ministers to drive talks on climate change mitigation

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

South Africa’s Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Dr Dion George and his counterpart from Norway, Minister of Climate and Environment Tore Onshuus Sandvik, have been appointed to steer informal consultations on mitigation before and during the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29).

Phaahla to lead National Nutrition Week event on Thursday

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

The Deputy Minister of Health, Dr Joe Phaahla, will on Thursday, 10 October 2024, lead the National Nutrition Week commemorative event in Cape Town. 

National Nutrition Week is part of continued efforts to raise awareness about the importance of nutrition, healthy eating habits and active lifestyle to improve overall health. 

SOEs urged to provide opportunities to young engineers

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy says State-owned Enterprises (SOEs) have a critical role to play in providing economic opportunities to young people, which will enable them to gain practical work experience in the construction sector.