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Efforts are underway to classify the drought as a national disaster

Government is putting measures in place across South Africa to ensure that the drought does not take more of toll on the country and its people.

The South African Revenue Services (SARS) is only a phone call away.

Who must pay tax?

If you are a South African citizen, residing in the country, you are liable to pay tax.

 Non-residents who have lived in South Africa for over 21 days or  915 days over five tax years also have to pay tax. So too non-residents who own homes in South Africa.

The recent African Union (AU) Summit called on Africa to pool resources and work together.

The 30th African Union summit held in Ethiopia from 22 to 29 January concluded with a call for strengthening African unity and the fight against corruption.

An export contract that macadamia farmers would be nuts to miss.

The South African Youth Chamber of Commerce and Industry (YCCISA) and the National Department of Economic Development are inviting macadamia farmers in Mpumalanga, Limpopo and Kwazulu-Natal to apply for a three-year macadamia export contract.

Mineral Resources Minister Mosebenzi Zwane has signed a memorandum of understanding with the government of the Republic of Niger, represented by its Minister of Mines, Hassane Baraze Moussa.

Turning sea water into fresh water is one of the ways that the impact of the drought is being reduced.

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) says water reservoirs in Richards Bay have significantly improved since the opening of a large-scale desalination plant.

The Department of Public Works’ bursary and artisan programme is helping to hone skills and make dreams come true.

When Bonolo Rakgalakana (18) passed grade 12 last year, she thought her dreams of becoming a mechanical engineer would have to be put on hold because her parents could not afford to pay university fees.

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Reference: 18/17/Mas
Package: R948 174 – R1 116 918 (All inclusive). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.

Post: Chief Director: Poverty Alleviation, Sustainablelivelihood and Food Security (Ref: F1/A/2018)

Branch: Community Development
Total Package: R1 127 334.00 per annum
This inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the states’ contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion that may be structured i.t.o. the applicable rules.
Centre: HSRC Building, Pretoria

Post: Legal Secretary (12 Months Contract, Renewable)

Reference: 05/2018/IR
Centre: Pretoria (SALU Building)
Salary: R281 418 +37% =R385 542 in lieu of benefits. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.