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The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD), responsible for monitoring the circulation of respiratory viruses throughout the country, informed the health department that currently it is the peak season for RSV, which has similar symptoms to COVID-19.

Minister of Defence and Military Veterans Thandi Modise explained that a protocol had been established between the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, South African Police Service (SAPS) Detectives and the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) to take down all election-related crimes across South Africa.

President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted that the government is using the Public Transport Network Grant to promote the implementation of universal design and universal access, adding that now there are 10 integrated public transport network municipalities receiving the grant, with specific conditions on universal accessibility.

CODI is like an insurance plan created for people who keep their money in banks, allowing them to get the money back in case the bank ever has problems in returning the cash.

Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology of South Africa, Blade Nzimande said that the SETAs provide a key policy instrument such as the country's Master Skills Plan, the White Paper for Post School Education and Training, the National Skills Development Plan and the National Development Plan 2030.

National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) Advocate Shamila Batohi said that the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has been hard at work to take legal action against well-known figures including Ministers, Premiers, a former President, some of the most powerful CEOs and CFOs from both private and public sectors across the country.

Speaking at the inaugural Worker Share Ownership Conference held in Johannesburg on Tuesday, the president said this conference serves as a platform to encourage Employee Share Ownership Plans in private companies.

Minister of Transport Sindisiwe Chikunga shared that these efforts are part of PRASA's Rolling Stock Fleet Renewal Program, which is responsible for manufacturing new trains. He also noted that the program is expected to create around 1,500 direct and 8,000 indirect jobs over the decade.

The project has provided 4,013 direct construction jobs and more than 1,000 full-time employees. The number of employees is expected to increase as the facility's potential to handle more cargo goes up.

Cabinet highlighted the launch of the RAF contact center as a significant step as it allows RAF claimants to access their claim information directly, reducing the need to rely on legal representatives.

Mtubatuba Community Health Centre (CHC) will provide various health services, marking a crucial move to improve healthcare access for the people of Umtubatuba. The health center is being created to reduce the travel time of people to access medical care. It will not only save time but also money on long journeys.

These five political parties filed cases against their exclusion from contesting in the upcoming elections on May 29. The parties' respective candidates have been excluded because they don't meet nomination requirements.

IDC South Africa CIO Summit will be held under the theme of "The Future of IT: Rethinking Digitalization for an AI Everywhere World," where a host of expert speakers will discuss strategies for creating data-centric platforms, embracing cloud governance, redefining security and nurturing digital talent.

Minister of Home Affairs of South Africa Aaron Motsoaledi noted that the Cabinet of the Republic of South Africa approved this final White Paper last week April 10 but it was published in the Government Gazette on April 17 (Wednesday).

This flagship program is designed to bridge the digital gap by offering Wi-Fi access to communities, guaranteeing universal internet accessibility.

Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa will also be joined by Premier Zamani Saul during the program, which aims to bring together government and businesses to work together on the Energy Action Plan.

Deputy President Paul Mashatile addressed the killings of traditional leaders, especially in the province of KwaZulu-Natal and asked rural leaders to work with the government to solve the problem.

President Cyril Ramaphosa reminded South Africans that in this country, politicians can freely compete and the media can report without interference. He also mentioned that the courts are fair and impartial including the Electoral Court, which supervises the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) and how elections are conducted.

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) warned that there could be heavy rains in certain areas, noting that there might be more than 200 millimeters of rain in 24 hours, which could cause flooding in communities, damage to homes and displace people, especially in the extreme southeastern part of the province.

South Africa has consistently emphasized that even if countries think their use of force is justified, going to war is never a good idea because it's the common people who suffer the most in conflicts.

Speaking at a media briefing held in Pretoria on Sunday, Education Minister Nzimande said the newly appointed administrator has incredible knowledge and a record of accomplishment in public finance and government processes.

As per the minister, around 21 companies have been chosen to get funding. Furthermore, the department has started an R400 million fund for exploration to help find new mining opportunities and support smaller mining companies.

National Treasury approved R1.844 billion in funds for the 2023-24 financial year to address the effects of disasters across multiple provinces and released R372 million from the Municipal Disaster Response Grant (MDRG) to help municipalities affected by floods.

During the event, he also spoke about the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) policies, which helped to promote economic transformation and helped Black South Africans to become part of the mainstream economy.

The storms damaged infrastructure and considering further severe weather warnings, temporary closure of schools in the Cape Winelands and Overberg districts has been announced.

During the Inaugural Built Environment Indaba hosted by the Black Business Council in the Built Environment held in Gauteng, the minister explained that this event is focused on bringing together people in the industry to work together.

The general elections will be held on May 29, which will elect a new National Assembly alongside the provincial legislature in each province. This election will mark the seventh election in the country since the end of the apartheid era in 1994.

The rail services have been restored and works on routes from Cape Town to Stellenbosch in the Western Cape, Merebank to Chatsglen in KwaZulu-Natal, Johannesburg to Florida, Johannesburg to Nancefield and Germiston to Elsburg in Gauteng.

KwaZulu-Natal Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA) MEC Siboniso Duma revealed the revenue and job generation information during the 15th Gambling Regulators African Forum (GRAF) Conference held at Sibaya Casino in Durban on Wednesday.