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SA, Italy increase police cooperation
South Africa and Italy are to work together in tackling international criminal syndicates following the signing of an agreement on police cooperation between the two countries.
Foreigners buying SA property again
The number of foreign buyers of South African residential property is once more on the increase, according to FNB Property Barometer figures - this time, with a significant proportion of buyers from Africa.
Anti-Aids momentum ‘must not be lost’
It has taken 10 years of sustained effort and investment for the world to achieve its current momentum in the fight against HIV/Aids, creating the "very real possibility of getting ahead of the epidemic" - but only if the momentum is not lost, says the United Nations.
Driving a new vision for Africa
The recent 2011 Brand Africa Forum, sponsored by Brand South Africa and Brand Leadership Academy, saw African and global thought leaders and decision-makers coming together to debate how the continent can drive growth, reputation and competitiveness.
• Building a thriving African brand
Making do in Diepsloot
Johannesburg's far northern settlement is characterised by poverty and unemployment, yet locals - many of them migrants seeking a better life - have a strong sense of community, writes Mbhazima Lesego waka'Ngobeni.
SA ‘committed to helping asylum seekers’
South Africa is committed to ensuring that legitimate asylum seekers have their hopes, humanity and dignity restored when they seek protection in the country, says Deputy Home Affairs Minister Fatima Chohan.
Helping the SA Diaspora to give back
Acknowledging the important role the South African Diaspora can play in shaping the future of the country, Homecoming Revolution has launched an online giving community to enable South Africans living abroad to connect with thousands of good causes across the country.
The quick guide to South Africa
What languages do South Africans speak? Is South Africa a democracy? Are there big cities with modern amenities? Are the roads tarred? How far will my money go? ... You've got three minutes to spare? Here's the lowdown on why South Africa's going to surprise you.
Gordhan: time for talking is over
Minister of Finance Pravin Gordhan delivered his mid-term budget policy speech before the National Assembly on 27 October 2010.
Gordhan: the time for talking is over
Minister of Finance Pravin Gordhan delivered his mid-term budget policy speech before the National Assembly on 27 October 2010. Read the full text of the minister's speech.
• Budget big on education, jobs
