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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

South Africa

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Grade 12 Student Suspended from Pretoria High School for Girls Over Viral Video with Racial Undertones

To South Africa, where Gauteng's Department of Education has confirmed the suspension of a grade 12 learner from Pretoria High School for Girls following the emergence of a video with suspected racial undertones that went viral. This follows the suspension of 12 other learners for alleged racial comments in a Whatsapp group, as well as the principal. The department’s Steve Mabona says they are committed to ensuring a safe, inclusive […]

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South Africa’s population grows past 63 million

Statistics South Africa announced on Tuesday that the country’s population has increased by just over 800 thousand (835,513) in the past year, reaching 63.02 million people in July. This marks a 1.33% increase from July 2022 to July 2023. Stats SA, in a statement, revealed that over half of the country’s population is female, totaling around 32 million people. The report also noted that life expectancy at birth has risen […]

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South Africa and US Revive Trade Agreemen

S.A's Trade, Industry and Competition minister, Parks Tau says South Africa and the US have agreed to the revival of the bilateral Trade and Investment Framework Agreement. This will be in addition to the African Growth and Opportunity Act, which is due to expire next year. Tau says he is confident that South Africa does not stand the risk of being excluded from AGOA, which exempts certain African countries from […]

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DA has welcomed the news that the overdue crime statistics will be released next month

DA has welcomed the news that the overdue crime statistics will be released next month. DA national spokesperson for police, Ian Cameron, has raised concerns over the rampant crime affecting South Africa. This includes the murder of a teacher in KwaZulu-Natal and mass shootings over the weekend. He says these statistics will reveal SAPS' measures to combat crime:

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Ticks in South Africa are becoming resistant to pesticides – and may become uncontrollable

        By Luther van der Mescht, University of the Free State     Ticks that suck the blood of South Africa’s cattle are developing resistance to the only pesticides that kill them and have become increasingly difficult to control. If not contained, the spread and resistance to pesticides of these small parasites will affect farmers’ incomes and could reduce the country’s meat and milk production. South Africa […]

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In S.A, the DA is pushing for the re-introduction of coalition stability bills

In S.A, the DA is pushing for the re-introduction of coalition stability bills to prevent misuse of motions of no confidence. This move follows the recent attempt by the ANC to remove Tshwane mayor, Cilliers Brink, which the party views as a disruption of effective governance. The DA’s Baxolile Nodada says the proposed bills aim to restrict the frequency of these motions, allowing only one per office holder per year […]

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Saving for retirement in South Africa? Four tips to navigate the new pension rules

      By Adrian Saville, University of Pretoria     South Africa is changing its pension laws. The new system is designed to give individuals the opportunity to access only a portion of their retirement funds before they retire in the case of dire need – or even in case of desire. To an extent, this makes sense, given the low savings rate in the country. It forces individuals […]

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S.A’s Correctional Services Confirms Admission of 91 Libyan Nationals at Illegal Mpumalanga Base

The Correctional Services Department in South Africa has confirmed the admission of 91 Libyan nationals arrested at an illegal military base in Mpumalanga, as remand detainees. Spokesperson, Singabakho Nxumalo says they will remain in custody until their next hearing on Monday. Nxumalo emphasised adherence to the health screening, security assessment, and orientation of the detainees. He assured collaboration with law enforcement to uphold justice:  

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Transparent Trade Practices Crucial for Sustainable Growth: S.A’s Trade Minister

S.A's Trade, Industry and Competition minister, Parks Tau says transparent trade practices and adherence to development goals are crucial for sustainable growth. He briefed the media on the outcomes of the 21st African Growth and Opportunity Act forum in Washington DC, in the United States which he led alongside one of his deputies, Andrew Whitfield. The other deputy, Zuko Godlimpi, attended the BRICS Trade ministers meeting in Moscow. Tau emphasised […]

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