FS asbestos project: Hawks urge suspect on the run to surrender to authorities

Six of the seven suspects have been arrested in connection with the R255 million project. Hawks arrest one of seven on 30 September 2020 in connection with the R255 million Free State asbestos project. Picture: Abigail Javier/EWN JOHANNESBURG – The Hawks have warned a suspect in the Free State asbestos investigation who is on the […]

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Elderly hardest hit by COVID-19 as lockdown loneliness impacts mental health

Infectious disease specialist, Professor Salim Abdool Karim, said that preventative measures to keep the elderly safe during the pandemic had affected their mental health. JOHANNESBURG – The mental wellbeing of the elderly population during the lockdown remains the focus as the world marks International Day for Older Persons. In every country that COVID-19 has reached, […]

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Although Property Is Buoyant, The Correct Asking Price Remains Vital

The property market is currently very active, driven predominantly by the historically low interest rate, says Tiaan Pretorius, a property consultant with Seeff Centurion. In this market, sellers may be tempted to increase their asking prices, but this can be a big mistake. The main draw card of your property is the price, so make […]

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6 out of 7 arrested as Hawks pounce on suspects linked to FS asbestos project

The suspects will be charged with corruption, money laundering, and theft on Friday when they appear in court in Bloemfontein on Friday. Hawks arrest one of seven on 30 September 2020 in connection with the R255 million Free State asbestos project. Picture: Abigail Javier/EWN JOHANNESBURG – The Hawks said sixth of seven suspects linked to […]

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Govt reveal list of high-risk countries as international travel resumes tomorrow

Countries deemed to be high risk included the United Kingdom, the United States of America, India, France, Russia, Switzerland and the Netherlands. CAPE TOWN – Government on Wednesday revealed a long list of countries deemed to be high risk in terms of COVID-19 and said leisure travellers from these lands would not be allowed into […]

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FS Asbestos Project: Ousted Mangaung mayor Mlamleli amongst suspects in custody

Mlamleli was unseated as mayor last month in a vote after four years of allegations of maladministration and a cash flow crisis. JOHANNESBURG – Ousted Mangaung Metro Mayor Olly Mlamleli was one of three officials who were arrested in the Free State in connection with the R255 million asbestos project. Mlamleli was MEC when the […]

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Universities can return students to 100% attendance – Minister Nzimande

The minister briefed the media on Wednesday on both his portfolios as minister for higher education, and science and innovation, and how the departments would be affected by level 1 lockdown. FILE: The Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande addressing a media briefing on further measures implemented on COVID-19 within the […]

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ANC expected to pay back R105,000 for trip to Zimbabwe on air force jet

That was revealed after President Cyril Ramaphosa directed that the report submitted by Defence and Military Veterans Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula relating to her trip be made public. FILE: Minister of Defence and Military Veterans Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula at a media briefing on 16 March 2020 on plans by government to curb the spread of the coronavirus in […]

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Mkhwebane clears Magashule, Joemat-Pettersson in investigation reports

The Public Protector briefed the media on Wednesday about 14 investigation reports. FILE: ANC secretary-general Ace Magashule at the IEC Results Operations Centre on 10 May 2019. Picture: Kayleen Morgan/EWN CAPE TOWN – Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane has cleared former Free State Premier Ace Magashule of misleading the provincial legislature. This follows an investigation into […]

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Here’s what you need to know about international travel under lockdown

Ministers in the Cabinet addressed the nation on Wednesday, detailing what changes will come into effect with regards to international travel now that we’re under level 1 lockdown. FILE: Passengers making their way to check-in points at OR Tambo International Airport for the first time since restrictions were eased under level 3 regulations for business […]

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