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December 3
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South Africa: World Aids Day - SA 'On the Right Path'
The journey towards an Aids-free world has begun and South Africa is on the right path, says Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe. Read more »
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South Africa: South African Heritage Gets Online Home
South Africans are now able to air their views online regarding the protection of their cultural heritage through the South African Heritage Resources Agency's (SAHRA's) web-based... Read more »
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South Africa: Chaskalson to Receive Official Funeral
The late Arthur Chaskalson, the first president of South Africa's Constitutional Court following the advent of democracy in 1994, will receive a special official funeral, the... Read more »
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South Africa: Kaymer Wins Nedbank Golf Challenge
Germany's Martin Kaymer succeeded Lee Westwood as champion, winning the U.S.$5-million Nedbank Golf Challenge champion at the Gary Player Country Club in Sun City on Sunday. It was... Read more »
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South Africa: South Africa Crush Australia, Remain World Number One
South Africa secured a memorable 1-0 away series victory over Australia after winning the third and final test by a massive 309 runs with a day to spare in Perth on Monday. The... Read more »
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South Africa: Celtic Crowned Telkom Knockout Champs
Bloemfontein Celtic captured South Africa's Telkom Knockout Cup for first time in the club's history with a 1-0 victory over Mamelodi Sundowns at Moses Mahbida Stadium in Durban on... Read more »
December 1
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South Africa: Single-Dose HIV Drug Welcomed
South African organisations involving in combating HIV/Aids have welcomed the announcement of a tender award for a single-dose antiretroviral (ARV) drug for the government's HIV... Read more »
November 30
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South Africa: New Durban Port Cranes an African First
South African port operator Transnet Port Terminals set a precedent in Africa when it took possession of three new tandem lift ship-to-shore cranes for the Durban Container... Read more »
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Ghana/Mali: Africa Cup of Nations 2013 - Group B [analysis]
The countdown is on to the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations. Group B sees Ghana, the darlings of Africa during the 2010 Fifa World Cup, lining up against Niger, DR Congo, and the... Read more »
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South Africa: Zuma Meets New Brand SA Board
President Jacob Zuma met with the new members of the Brand South Africa board of trustees in Pretoria on Thursday to thrash out various issues affecting the country. Read more »
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South Africa: World Aids Day - SA Targets Men, Youth
South Africa's focus for this year's World Aids Day will be on encouraging young people and men to take the test so that they know their HIV status. Read more »
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South Africa: Firstrand Secures Foothold in Nigeria
South African banking group FirstRand says it aims to become a major player in Nigeria after its subsidiary, Rand Merchant Bank, secured an investment banking licence from the... Read more »
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South Africa: Country Saves R2.2 Billion in HIV Drug Tender
South Africa achieved a massive R2.2-billion cost reduction in the R5.9-billion tender awarded to three pharmaceutical companies on Thursday for single-dose antiretroviral (ARV)... Read more »
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South Africa: 'Yarn Bombing' for World Aids Day
Arts and Culture Minister Paul Mashatile will mark World Aids Day by joining in the "yarn bombing" of a tree at the Hillcrest Aids Centre outside Durban. Read more »
November 29
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Africa: U.S. Pushes Doing Business in Africa
US acting secretary of commerce Rebecca Blank on Wednesday launched the Doing Business in Africa campaign, which aims to help American businesses identify and seize opportunities... Read more »
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South Africa: Tributes Pour in for Jakes Gerwel
Tributes have been pouring in for Professor Jakes Gerwel, an important figure in South Africa's struggle for liberation from apartheid and the director-general in former president... Read more »
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South Africa: Futures Tourneys to Expose Tennis Talent
Tennis South Africa will host two weeks of international tennis in Potchefstroom in December, and two of South Africa's leading players have thrown their weight behind the... Read more »
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South Africa: Afrika Appointed Laureus Ambassador
Springbok Sevens playmaker Cecil Afrika was on Wednesday confirmed as the latest Laureus South Africa Ambassador, joining other illustrious South African sports personalities, such... Read more »
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South Africa: Portia Modise Up for Top Football Award
Banyana Banyana midfielder Portia Modise is one of the three nominees for the African Footballer of the Year. The winner will be announced at the Confederation of African... Read more »
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South Africa: Plans to 'Ensure Safe Afcon Tournament'
The South African government has put in place effective plans to ensure a safe and secure 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) tournament, Deputy Police Minister Maggie Sotyu told... Read more »
November 28
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South Africa: Book Tribute to Women in Climate Change
South Africa's International Relations and Cooperation Minister Maite Nkoana- Mashabane ended her tenure as President of Conference of the Parties (COP)17 by launching "Thuto ya... Read more »
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South Africa: Record Tax Returns Received in 2012
A total of 5.66-million income tax returns were submitted during the 2012 tax season, according to the South African Revenue Service (SARS). Read more »
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South Africa: State Steelmaker One Step Nearer
South Africa moved one step closer to the creation of a state-owned steel manufacturer on Monday with the Industrial Development Corporation's (IDC's) R3.4-billion acquisition of... Read more »
November 27
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South Africa: Spurs Bring Coaching Programme
Leading English Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday announced a partnership with sponsor Investec to bring its highly regarded global coaching programme to South... Read more »
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South Africa: Nation Hands Over Climate Baton
South African International Relations and Cooperation Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane officially handed over the UN climate change presidency as this year's UN climate summit (COP... Read more »
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