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SABC: Mangaung talk cancellation due to absence of ANC
A discussion on Metro FM about the ANC national elective conference has been cancelled because the party was not invited to join,the SABC has said.
Specialised aircraft joins fight to save SA’s rhinos
A new, state-of-the-art surveillance aircraft represents a vital alliance between the public and private sector in the fight against rhino poaching.
Motlanthe urges mutual respect between government, media
The government and media need to respect each other’s roles if they are to address South Africa’s problems, Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe said.
Three truck unions to adjust pay demands
Three trade unions have agreed to adjust their pay demand in an attempt to end a protracted strike by thousands of truck drivers.
ANCYL calls for Motlanthe to be elected president
The ANC Youth League has called on Kgalema Motlanthe to become president, hinting that President Jacob Zuma should only be allowed to serve one term.
Motlanthe defends SA on press freedom, affirmative action
Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe, addressing a US audience on Monday, defended SA’s record on affirmative action and press freedom.
Concern over new permits for Zimbabweans in SA
Plans to have Zimbabweans in SA apply for new permits following the end of a special dispensation have been criticised by several organisations.
Facelift planned for SA’s rail system
The "concept framework" for a Johannesburg-Durban speed rail link should be completed by March next year, the transport department said on Wednesday.
ANC committee in Jo’burg descends ‘into total madness’
The dissolution of the ANC regional executive committee in Johannesburg was necessary because it was "descending into total madness", the party said.
Journalist to appear in Mpumalanga court
<i>Sunday Times</i> journalist Mzilikazi wa Afrika will appear in the Kabokweni District Court in Mpumalanga, the Hawks said on Wednesday.
Lekota to meet Cope over court decision
Cope leader Mosiuoa Lekota will meet other executive members of the party to discuss his reinstatement, he said on Wednesday.
Cope battle: Shilowa challenges court ruling
Congress of the People (Cope) deputy president Mbhazima Shilowa said on Monday he did not recognise Mosiuoa Lekota as party president.
Amnesty report says something rotten in state of South Africa
Corruption and nepotism are affecting service delivery in South Africa, Amnesty International said on Thursday.
MSF: 300 Zimbabweans seek asylum in SA each day
As many as 300 Zimbabweans are arriving in South Africa a day to apply for asylum, Médecins Sans Frontières said on Wednesday.
Keeping it in the family
An investigation by the <i>M&G</i> suggests Jacob Zuma’s women and children are bidding for private benefit from their presidential connections.