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Launched in the Western Cape, the national program provides unemployed youth aged 18 to 25 with meaningful work experience, a chance for further studies or employment, and encourages community service.

The crash occurred in rainy and misty conditions. Following this incident, the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has urged drivers to be extra cautious when driving in rainy weather.

The 14 suspects, aged between 19 and 45, were arrested for violating the Immigration Act. Four were arrested in Thohoyandou, Vhembe District, and 10 in Westernburg, Capricorn District. Additionally, three suspects, aged 30 to 45, were caught in Apel, Sekhukhune District, for illegally loading sand.

The bad weather is expected to cause low-water bridges to overflow, localized flooding, and disruptions to major roads due to heavy rainfall in many parts of the province from Monday (Jan. 6) to Wednesday (Jan. 8).

The closure will affect both the Newcastle and Vereeniging Works, as well as the Amras rail and structures unit. However, a smaller coke-making operation at the Newcastle site will remain, as demand for coke has decreased.

According to SA Weather Service forecaster Ayanda Nsele this was not a heatwave. For it to be classified as a heatwave, temperatures would need to be 5°C higher than the average maximum for three consecutive days.

The RTMC said their efforts will include working with traditional leaders, engaging public transport operators, and focusing on areas with high crash rates to reduce accidents and fatalities in the province.

The maintenance program for Unit 2 included replacing three steam generators, conducting thorough inspections, and refueling to ensure the reactor continues to operate safely and efficiently.

President Cyril Ramaphosa noted that the Education Act, developed under Professor Sibusiso Bengu's leadership and adopted by South Africa's first democratic Parliament, played a vital role in the country's liberation.

These storms could cause localized damage to infrastructure, property, vehicles, livestock, and settlements. Another yellow Level 2 warning has been issued for "disruptive rain" in Gauteng, eastern North West, and the southwestern Bushveld of Limpopo.

President Cyril Ramaphosa described 2024 as a year of "change and progress." He noted that this year, South Africans celebrated the progress made in building a society based on freedom, equality, and human rights, especially marking 30 years of freedom in April.

The arrests were made for various crimes, including illegal possession of uncut diamonds, illegal mining, murder, rape, illegal liquor dealing, drug trafficking, assaults, damage to property, breaking protection orders, housebreaking, theft from vehicles, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

In a statement issued by the National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) on Sunday, the government expressed concern over the unrest in parts of Mozambique, including reports of individuals escaping from a maximum-security prison.

The unrest in Mozambique has affected regional trade, with South Africa temporarily closing the Lebombo border post due to protests and vehicle fires. Although the border has been partially reopened for cargo, the situation still disrupts trade and travel.

Quelimane's Mayor Manuel Lopes de Araujo warned that if peace is not restored in Mozambique, it could have serious consequences for South Africa's economy. He pointed out that the Maputo port is crucial for South Africa, as it is the closest port to Johannesburg, where minerals are exported.

This initiative follows a directive from President Cyril Ramaphosa last month, requiring all spaza shops and food-handling facilities to register with their local municipalities.

He admitted there will be adjustments required in the plan for each state-owned enterprise. However, he noted that there are common experiences that can be learned from Eskom's situation

The projects are expected to create around 6,971 job opportunities, measured in job years. These projects will allocate 38.8% of their total costs to local content, which amounts to R7.8 billion during construction and R2.4 billion during operation and maintenance.

EFF National Spokesperson Leigh-Ann Mathys warned that the government's concessions could undermine the transformative goals of the BELA Act and reinforce inequalities in the education system.

There were no reports of deaths, injuries, or property damage. Geologists have warned that South Africa could experience larger earthquakes, particularly due to deep mining activity.

The alignment with international standards is important because South Africa is a founding member of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and has signed various international agreements on nuclear safety, the presidency said.

Despite the progress, the financial year ending in March was still a tough one for the power utility. The country faced at least 329 days of load shedding between April of last year and the end of March 2024.

In this round, 24 properties across the country have been released for proposals, with more properties potentially being released if this round is successful.

Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero explained that the maintenance and upgrades to the water system couldn't be delayed. He said the work was essential and needed to be done right away.

Deputy Minister for Transport Mkhuleko Hlengwa highlighted that road-related incidents affect countless lives every day, explaining that behind each statistic is a story of families hurt, dreams lost and communities impacted.

The ERC was established in 2016 at the Global LGBTI Human Rights Conference in Montevideo. It was created under the leadership of Uruguay and the Netherlands as an intergovernmental body made up of 44 Member States.

The president paid tribute to Vredendal, highlighting that the area, known as the Valley of Peace, is blessed with fertile land and is a farming region. Many of its residents work on farms.

President Ramaphosa mentioned that the government is renewing its commitment to creating a South Africa that benefits all its people through various actions. He said the country is facing challenges with the same courage and determination shown during the fight against apartheid.

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) reported that isolated showers and thundershowers are likely over the eastern and central areas of the country. In the southwest, a cold front is expected to reach the coast, bringing rain and showers to the southern coastline.