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Farmer finds treasure in sunflowers

With government support having helped to propel his farming venture, a Limpopo farmer is now using his knowledge to inspire young people to pursue successful careers in farming.

The desperation to secure a farm for his livestock led Frank Monaheng (66) to stumble on another treasure when he ended up being leased a 1060-hectare farm with black soil which is ideal for producing sunflowers.

National Orders Recipients

National Orders are the highest awards that a country through its President, bestows on citizens and emminent foreign nationals who have contributed towards the advancement of democracy and have put themselves at the service of the country and its people.

Recipients

The Order of Mendi 

The Order of Mendi for Bravery recognises South African citizens who have performed acts of bravery. This order was awarded to:

Schools urged to play a role in reporting child abuse

THE Department of Basic Education (DBE) encourages teachers to play a proactive role in identifying and supporting children who raise reasonable suspicion of sexual abuse, as part of fighting gender-based violence (GBV).

With the commemoration of National Child Protection Week taking place from 29 May to 5 June, the DBE is calling on teachers and schools to report GBV directed at children.

National Child Protection Week is observed yearly to raise awareness on children’s rights in South Africa.

SA gears up for Netball World Cup

With South Africa hosting the 2023 Netball World Cup from 28 July to 6 August, the first to be held on African soil, Cabinet has called on the nation to roll out the red carpet for the competing countries.

“With the Netball World Cup taking place in Cape Town, South Africa will build on its proven track record in successful mega-events including the recent Formula E Cape Town ePrix.

New children's book brings local government to young readers

The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) has taken public participation to another level by publishing a children’s book aimed at encouraging children interest in local government.children's book

The book titled: My Local Government, was recently launched at the sixth Annual SALGA National Communicators’ Forum in Cape Town. It follows the journey of four young characters and a librarian who educate the reader about South African governance.

National Orders recipients embody founding values of SA

President Cyril Ramaphosa says this year’s National Orders represent the determination of humankind to rise above adversity, to persevere and to strive in pursuit of a better life and a better world.

The President was speaking at the first full National Orders investiture ceremony since 2019 without COVID-19 restrictions at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guesthouse in Pretoria recently.

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