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Minister in the Presidency responsible for Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has condemned the alleged vandalism of electricity pylons, which led to the collapse of at least seven power line structures in Tshwane on Sunday.The collapse has left thousands of residents and businesses, particularly those in the east of the city, in the dark since the weekend. “The challenges … [Read more...] about Ramokgopa condemns Tshwane infrastructure vandalism

Stage 5 load shedding will now be implemented throughout the day until further notice.This was announced by State power utility Eskom following an increase in demand. Eskom had ramped up load shedding to Stages 3 and 5 on Monday after delays in return to service and breakdowns at power stations caused further constraints to the power grid. Meanwhile, Minister in the Presidency … [Read more...] about Load shedding moved to Stage 5

North West Public Works and Roads MEC, Gaoage Molapisi, has called on all government employees residing in State houses to pay for their stay or face eviction.Molapisi made the call during an Executive Management Committee (EMC) meeting, where it was reported that among the challenges confronting the department is the inability to collect revenue at State-owned properties due … [Read more...] about Govt employees in State housing warned to pay rent

The Office of Deputy President Paul Mashatile on Tuesday announced key appointments to ensure that he effectively fulfils his mandate.Following a swearing-in ceremony in March, a transitional period took place involving a handover process, particularly on the delegated responsibilities that the Deputy President would inherit from his predecessor as delegated by President Cyril … [Read more...] about Deputy President Office announces key appointments, support staff

North West Premier Kaobitsa Bushy Maape has expressed sadness at the passing of Chief Madoda Shadrack Zibi.Chief Zibi was the Principal Traditional Leader of Amahlubi in both the Eastern Cape and North West. According to a statement issued by the Zibi Royal Council, the Chief passed away peacefully on Saturday, 8 April, at his homestead of Khayakhulu, surrounded by … [Read more...] about N West mourns passing of Amahlubi traditional leader Chief Madoda Zibi