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MEC MAILE DISCOURAGES IRRESPONSIBLE ‘PENS-DOWN’ PARTIES AND ALCOHOL ABUSE AT SUCH CELEBRATIONS

Gauteng Finance and Economic Development MEC Lebogang Maile, has called on learners in Gauteng to celebrate in a responsible manner during their “Pens-Down Parties” at the end of this year’s final exams; MEC strongly urged pupils to avoid substance abuse, especially alcohol and drugs during pens down parties. The Gauteng Liquor Act of 2003 prohibits the selling or supplying of liquor to anyone under the age 18. All schools are declared alcohol-free…

DR BRINK RETURNS AS CITY MANAGER TO DRIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE

Collen Hans4 days ago03 mins

The City of Johannesburg has officially reappointed Dr Floyd Warren Brink as City Manager — a familiar and respected figure known for his professionalism, dedication, and commitment to service delivery. Back at the helm, Dr Brink is set to hit the ground running, bringing renewed energy and focus to the City’s mission of building a…

SECURING SOUTH AFRICA’S EDUCATION NETWORKS: WHY PREVENTION STARTS WITH PARTNERSHIP

Collen Hans2 weeks ago07 mins

South Africa’s schools and universities have quietly become critical pieces of national digital infrastructure, yet they remain among the easiest targets. It often starts with something small: a student connects their laptop to campus Wi-Fi and clicks on what looks like a routine admin request. A staff member falls for a well-crafted phishing email. A…

WEST WITS SHIFTS FIRST ORE AS SOUTH AFRICAN GOLD PRODUCTION LOOMS

Collen Hans2 weeks ago2 weeks ago07 mins

Story by James Pearson West Wits Mining has officially flicked the switch on underground production at its Qala Shallows gold project in South Africa’s famed Witwatersrand Basin. With the first ore now stockpiled and rigs humming below ground, the company has shifted from development to full-scale mining, setting the scene for a maiden gold pour in…

RAMAPHOSA APPOINTS ENOUCH GODONGWANA AS ACTING PRESIDENT

Collen Hans2 weeks ago02 mins

Godongwana’s appointment as acting president follows the recent designation of Defence and Military Veterans Minister Angie Motshekga as acting head of state during Ramaphosa’s trip to New York. Ramaphosa appointed Godongwana as the acting president because Deputy President Paul Mashatile is on leave during the period. RAMAPHOSA TRAVELS TO STRENGTHEN GLOBAL TIES Ramaphosa will begin his travels…

SIYAYA!! BAFANA QUALIFY FOR THE FIFA WORLD CUP.

Collen Hans3 weeks ago3 weeks ago05 mins

Bafana Bafana will line up against the globe’s best national soccer teams in June next year after coach Hugo Broos’ charges qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday night. It was an emotional night at the Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga but after shrugging off the pressure that accompanied the final day of qualifying,…

WE DESERVE TO GO TO THE FIFA WORLD CUP-BAFANA COACH BROOS.

Collen Hans1 month ago03 mins

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos says his charges deserve to go to the FIFA World Cup in North America next year after working extremely hard to put themselves in contention in the last two years. The South African senior men’s national team assembled in Roodepoort, Johannesburg, on Monday morning ahead of their away World Cup…

BAFANA BAFANA PARTNERS WITH SHIELD AND VASELINE

Collen Hans1 month ago1 month ago06 mins

Bafana Bafana have partnered with two of South Africa’s trusted personal care brands, Shield and Vaseline, in a new powerful partnership under the banner of “The Ultimate Defence.” This collaboration marks the beginning of a long-term commitment to support the South African senior men’s national team and the nation through a shared celebration of resilience,…

SAPS CRIME INTELLIGENCE BOSS LINKS MINISTER MCHUNU’S TO BIG 5 CARTEL’MADLANGA COMMISSION

Collen Hans1 month ago04 mins

kamogelo.moichela@iol.co.za SAPS national head of crime intelligence, Lieutenant-General. Dumisani Khumalo testified that businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala was funding Police Minister Senzo Mchunu’s delegates in ANC events, while Brown Mogotsi worked underground to leak classified police information to Matlala. Khumalo told the Madlanga Commission on Monday that Matlala made payments directly to Mogotsi in a bid…

GAUTENG e-GOVERNMENT HOST KZN PREMIER THAMI NTULI FOR STRATEGIC CRIME-FIGHTING TECH SHOWCASE

Collen Hans1 month ago04 mins

The Gauteng Department of e-Government, led by Head of Department Ms Masabata Mutlaneng, in partnership with the Gauteng Department of Community Safety, led by Acting Head of the Department Mr Roche Mogorosi, warmly welcomed a high-level delegation from the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government. The delegation, headed by Premier Thami Ntuli, was received at the Gauteng Provincial…