Mashatile emphasises support for small businesses

Deputy President Paul Mashatile hosts Roundtable on Political and Administrative Interface. 1 minute Deputy President Paul Mashatile has emphasised the need for government to support small businesses which contribute to the country’s economy and provide much needed jobs. Mashatile was speaking at a roundtable discussion at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guesthouse in Pretoria. He says…

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Norris fastest in first Spanish GP practice

McLaren’s Lando Norris during practice 2 minutes McLaren’s Lando Norris followed up his victory in Monaco by lapping fastest in first practice for the Spanish Grand Prix on Friday, with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen ending the session as his closest rival. The Briton, winner last Sunday to close to only three points behind championship-leading teammate…

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Youth urge action as vaping ads target students

FILE PHOTO: A man vapes at a coffeeshop. 2 minutes World No Tobacco Day is observed globally on May 31st, with experts highlighting the health risks associated with smoking. The South African Medical Research Council says over 76% of university students have been exposed to e-cigarette advertisements, including promotions like free samples and discounts. The…

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Friends and families pay tribute to Olorato Mongale

FILE: Wits University student, Olorato Mongale. 2 minutes Families and friends have paid tribute to the late Olorato Mongale during a prayer service at her home in Bloemfontein. Speaker after speaker comforted Mongale’s family and instilled hope. 30-year-old Mongale’s body was recovered on Sunday in Johannesburg after she had left to go on a date…

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Nkabane defends withdrawal of SETA board members’ appointments

Minister of Higher Education and Training 2 minutes Higher Education Minister Nobuhle Nkabane has defended her decision to withdraw the appointment of board members of the Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA). The minister was grilled by members of the Portfolio Committee on Higher Education and Training about the reasons for withdrawing the appointments. Nkabane…

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Ramaphosa pays tribute to late ANC veteran, theologian Dr Farisani

FILE: Human rights activist, Dr. Tshenuwani Farisani. 2 minutes President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed deep sadness at the passing of  Dr Tshenuwani Farisani, the renowned theologian, freedom fighter, and human rights activist, who passed away at 76 following an illness. Dr  Farisani was an African National Congress (ANC) MP, Limpopo Government Department’s MEC, and Speaker…

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22 undocumented foreign nationals arrested in the North West

Police seized a large quantity of food items destined for illegal miners at various shafts in and around Vaal Reefs. 2 minutes Police in the North West have arrested 22 undocumented foreign nationals and seized a large quantity of food items seemingly destined for illegal miners. Police say they started monitoring suspicious activities taking place…

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