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Increased support for automotive, clothing sectors
Budget votes
The Department of Trade and Industry (dti) is set to increase support for the automotive and clothing sectors, according to Minister Rob Davies.
Youth empowerment at heart of rural development
Budget votes
Rural Development and Land Reform Minister Gugile Nkwinti says youth empowerment will remain a priority in his department’s economic transformation programme.
Early warning system for floods
Disaster management
The number of weather-related natural disasters has increased during the past few years throughout the world. This has resulted in the loss of lives and damage to property.
The Presidency works towards a better SA
Budget votes
President Jacob Zuma says plans to revitalise the public service are currently being rolled out in all departments.
Reaching out to relieve flood damage
Disaster management
Recent floods in many parts of the country, have left thousands of people homeless, several homes, bridges and roads were damaged and more than 50 people have died. Government set aside R800 million to assist people affected by the floods. Non-governmental organisations and the private sector have also reached out to help.
SOUTH AFRICA TO SHOWCASE ITS WORLD HERITAGE
South Africa is blessed with a lot of natural beauty. Among our many tourist attractions, are eight World Heritage Sites. September is Tourism and Heritage month and our tourism officials are preparing to welcome the world to these sites.
It is less than a year before South Africa hosts the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Thousands of soccer fans are expected to visit our country for this major event. September has been chosen to promote the country's World Heritage Sites ahead of the tournament.
Premier Magashule put Operation Hlasela in place to speed up service delivery in the province. This will be achieved by removing blockages that prevented provincial departments and municipalities from meeting the basic service delivery needs of communities in the province, he said.