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

South Africa

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South Africa

S.A’s Health minister has called for public cooperation to prevent the spread of the M-pox virus

S.A's Health minister Joe Phaahla has called for public cooperation to prevent the spread of the M-pox virus. The plea follows two confirmed cases in Gauteng and three in KwaZulu-Natal. Briefing the media, the minister urged individuals with suspected symptoms or those in contact with confirmed cases to seek medical attention promptly. National Institute for Communicable Diseases health expert, Jaqueline Weyer says cooperation is crucial in disrupting local transmission and […]

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Eskom in S.A’s Gauteng has strongly condemned the continuous vandalism of its infrastructure in Soweto

Eskom in S.A's Gauteng has strongly condemned the continuous vandalism of its infrastructure in Soweto following a fire at the Zola substation. The fire broke out yesterday morning, leaving homes and businesses in the vicinity without power. Eskom’s provincial spokesperson, Amanda Qithi, says based on preliminary findings, the fire was caused by vandalism, and the transformer oil was also stolen:  

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S.A’s Public Enterprises minister has warned against corruption, particularly during the recent elections

S.A's Public Enterprises minister, Pravin Gordhan has warned against corruption, particularly during the recent elections. Speaking at the National Union of Mineworkers national policy conference in Ekurhuleni, Gordhan highlighted state capture and its impact on unemployment. He also warned against the rise of counter-revolutionary forces as discussions continue to gain momentum, over the formation of a government of national unity:  

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Inkatha Freedom Party in S.A to Join Unity Government with ANC and DA

South Africa's Inkatha Freedom Party announced on Wednesday that it will join a unity government with the African National Congress and the Democratic Alliance. This development comes as parties rush to finalize agreements before the newly elected parliament convenes on Friday. Following its loss of majority in May's election, marking the first time since the end of apartheid 30 years ago, the ANC has been engaging with various parties to […]

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First Fatal Case of Mpox Reported in South Africa As Health Minister Urges Vigilance

Reuters has disclosed that South Africa recorded its initial fatality from the viral infection monkey pox, as confirmed by its Health Minister, Joe Phaahla during a Wednesday news conference. The 37-year-old man passed away at Tembisa Hospital on Monday, marking the first death following five laboratory-confirmed cases in the past month. Phaahla emphasized the importance of prevention and management, stating, "One death is too many, especially from a preventable and […]

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KwaZulu-Natal Storm Damage Costs Exceed 1.3 Billion Rand

The initial cost estimates of the devastating storms in KwaZulu-Natal have exceeded 1.3-billion-rand, with eThekwini Metro accounting for over 480-million-rand. Over seven-thousand households, 20 schools, and significant infrastructure have been affected. The provincial Cooperative Governance Department's, Sboniso Mngadi says relief efforts include the delivery of building material, mobile offices for identity document replacement, and SASSA support with food vouchers, mattresses, and blankets:    

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Two Suspects Charged for Murders in Western Cape’s Khayelitsha

Two suspects have been charged for the murders of a 30-year-old man and three children in Khayelitsha in S.A's Western Cape, as well as nine attempted murder charges. This comes after unknown gunmen entered a barbershop and opened fire at occupants at the premises on Saturday afternoon. The suspects will appear in the Khayelitsha Magistrate’s Court on Friday. Western Cape MEC of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Reagen Allen, says […]

todayJune 12, 2024 19

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S.A’s eThekwini Mayor Estimates Storm Damage Repairs at 481.7 Million Rand

In S.A, eThekwini's mayor, Mxolisi Kaunda, says the estimated cost of the repair of storm-damaged electricity, roads, and housing infrastructure is estimated at 481.7-million-rand. Last week heavy rain, flooding, and a tornado hit parts of KwaZulu-Natal leaving ten people dead. The most impacted areas were Tongaat, IIlovo, Umgababa, and Kingsburgh. Kaunda says there needs to be clear criteria to address natural disasters affecting formal structures, especially when people do not […]

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S.A Trade Union Urges Political Parties to Oppose National Health Insurance Act in Government Unity Talks

  S.A Trade union, Solidarity, has urged political parties involved in talks for a government of national unity to oppose the National Health Insurance Act. The call comes amid president Cyril Ramaphosa's announcement that he will oppose the union's court application against the NHI. Solidarity's, Anton van der Bijl argues the NHI is unconstitutional, unaffordable, and would reduce access to quality healthcare. Van der Bijl vows to challenge the NHI […]

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