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SA’s ocean economy unlocks billions

More than R17 billion has been unlocked in the economy and a further 4 500 jobs have been created since the launch of Operation Phakisa: Oceans Economy less than two years ago.

President Jacob Zuma said this during a recent visit to the Port of Port Elizabeth.

The President visited the port to monitor the economic activity taking place and report back on the progress made since the launch of Operation Phakisa: Oceans Economy.

Ithala helps businesses grow

More than five businesses in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) walked away with R50 000 in prize money and an additional R5 000 to contribute towards a charity of their choice at the Ithala Business Achiever Awards held in Durban recently.

The Ithala Business Achiever Awards recognise Ithala clients’ business success and acknowledges their contribution towards developing an entrepreneurial province.

Speaking at the award ceremony, Ithala Acting Business Finance Executive Mano Muthusamy said over the past years, more than 500 enterprises have been assisted by Ithala.

Know your Minister

Minister Fikile Mbalula

Minister Fikile Mbalula is the current Minister of Sports and Recreation in the country. He has been in charge of the Department of Sports and Recreation since May 2014.

About the Minister

Minister Mbalula brings a lot of experience to his current portfolio. He has served as a Member of Parliament since 2009.

Elections are about achieving a better SA

South Africans are spoilt for choice and opportunity when it comes to choosing leadership.

We are given the opportunity to vote every two-and-a-half years, with local elections and national elections more or less 30 months apart.

These are vital opportunities for all South Africans over the age of 18 to exercise their democratic rights as voters and examine what they really believe in and stand for as citizens – and how the political parties bidding for their votes match citizens’ values and expectations.

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