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The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has expressed its condolences to the family and friends of renowned journalist, author and poet Jeremy Gordin.Gordin died at the weekend following an alleged home invasion when he was alone in his home. In a statement, Acting GCIS Director-General Michael Currin said those who are alleged to be responsible for Gordin’s … [Read more...] about Condolences for former journalist Jeremy Gordin

Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille announced on Monday that tourist arrivals to South Africa are on the rise, while airline traffic is on a rebound after the industry was battered by the COVID-19 pandemic.Between January and December 2022, data shows that South Africa welcomed 5.7 million tourists – a sharp increase of 152% when compared to the same period in the previous … [Read more...] about Tourist arrivals to SA on the rise after COVID-19 pandemic

National Prosecuting Authority National Director of Public Prosecutions (NPA NDPP), Advocate Shamila Batohi, has warned the prosecutorial body will not allow any corruption or dishonesty in its ranks.The NDPP was addressing graduands who completed the NPA’s 2021 and 2022 Aspirant Prosecutors’ Programme. The graduands – who are more than 600 – will be absorbed into the ranks of … [Read more...] about No place for corruption in the NPA

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has reassured the Standing Committee on Public Accounts (Scopa) that it is fast-tracking intervention measures in Giyani to resolve the long-standing water challenges in the area.Department Acting Director-General, Xolani Zwane, was speaking during an oversight visit to water projects in Limpopo.  Scopa, accompanied by the … [Read more...] about Department ensures progress in Giyani water project

The Gauteng Legislature Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has commended the new Station Commander of Reiger Park police station and his team on the steps they have taken to reduce cable theft in Reiger Park.The committee visited the police station on Friday following numerous reports from the community about rampant cable theft, which results in unnecessary power … [Read more...] about Reiger Park police act against cable theft