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Sabie, Mpumalanga – Mandrax, also known as Methaqualone, has long been a major public health concern in South Africa, posing both medical and socio-economic threats. As substance abuse patterns evolve, understanding the complexities of Mandrax use and its impact on individuals and communities is critical in driving effective interventions and treatment solutions. Understanding Mandrax Use …
EU affirms strategic partnership with SA
Amidst the changing global landscape, European Council President António Costa has emphasised the importance of the strategic partnership between South Africa and European Union (EU).
Addressing the opening of the 8th South Africa-European Union (SA-EU) Summit, Costa said the EU and South Africa are not just partners but are strategic allies, bound by shared values of democracy, human rights, rule of law and multilateralism.
“The world has changed profoundly in these past seven years. Pandemics, conflicts here in Africa, in the Middle East, and in Europe. Multilateral commitments are being tested, and the rules-based international order faces growing challenges.
“Protectionism, economic coercion, and other threats undermine stability, while new technologies disrupt the political system and global power dynamics. In this world of uncertainty, our partnership matters more than ever.
“Let us use this summit to deepen our cooperation, reinforce our commitments, and chart a course for an even stronger partnership. A partnership that not only benefits our nations but contributes to global stability and prosperity – for our citizens, for our nations, and for our shared future,” Costa said on Thursday.
President Cyril Ramaphosa co-chaired the summit with Costa, and the President of the European Commission, Dr. Ursula von der Leyen, at Tuynhuys, in Cape Town.
Costa said the European Union does not see the future through the lens of division between blocks, between the North and South.
“Instead, we see an interconnected world, where our fates are linked, and where joint action is not an option but a necessity. Our partnership delivers real benefits to our citizens, our economies, and the world.
“We are united in our commitment to peace, security, and sustainable development. We stand together to help uphold the United Nations Charter, advance the sustainable development goals, and drive towards global action on climate change, poverty reduction, and economic reform.
“We appreciate South Africa’s leadership, both regionally and globally. You can count on the European Union’s full support as you take on the G20 Presidency and as we prepare together for the next European Union-African Union summit, later this year,” Costa said.
With this year being the 25th anniversary of EU-African Union cooperation, Costa said this is a milestone that underscores the strength of engagement, and the vast potential ahead.
“Despite many complex challenges, this is not a time for despair. It is a time for opportunity. An opportunity to build, to strengthen, and to expand our bilateral and multilateral cooperation. To shape a world that is fairer, more sustainable, and more secure,” he said.
In his address, President Ramaphosa said South Africa intends to hold further constructive discussions on a new investment package by the EU, to South Africa.
READ | President Ramaphosa engages EU on new investment package
“Through this we aim to consolidate cooperation in areas such as science and technology, education and skills development, climate action, peace and security, health and critical minerals,” the President said. -SAnews.gov.za
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The Springbok Women’s final alignment camp for the year at the Stellenbosch Academy of Sport got the nod of approval from performance coach Swys de Bruin, who said they made good progress during the monthly camps which started in January. The camps were held during the 2025 Women’s Premier Division and according to De Bruin, …
North West takes steps to tackle unemployment
Over 24 000 job opportunities are expected to help tackle the unemployment challenge in the North West province.
This was revealed during a roundtable discussion involving North West Premier Lazarus Kagiso Mokgosi, Deputy Minister of Employment and Labour Judith Nemadzinga-Tshabalala, as well as representatives from organised labour, business, and civil society.
The initiative, which involves collaborative work between the North West Provincial Government and the Department of Employment and Labour, will be implemented through a Labour Activation Plan (LAP).
The LAP initiative, funded by the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF), aims to enhance employability, enable entrepreneurship, and preserve jobs through skills training, enterprise development, and other intervention measures.
“This initiative has been in the pipeline for some time, and I am happy that it is coming to fruition. This is one of the policy announcements I made during the State of the Province Address [SOPA] to help find solutions to high levels of unemployment in the province,” Mokgosi said on Thursday.
In the SOPA delivered last month, the Premier reaffirmed the government’s commitment to creating job opportunities through public employment programs, such as expanded public works, community health workers, community works, and labour activation programmes.
These initiatives aim to create over 150 000 job opportunities in the next five years, targeting women, youth, and persons with disabilities.
READ | Over R20 million allocated to boost North West economy
At the roundtable, Deputy Minister Nemadzinga-Tshabalala said the roll-out of the programme is in full swing in various provinces and that the North West is the latest beneficiary.
“Young people will be trained in various fields such as engineering, agriculture and artisanal work in preparation for the job market and consequently placed in various industries,” Nemadzinga-Tshabalala added. – SAnews.gov.za
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Fri, 03/14/2025 - 09:36
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Christo van der Rheede's address at the FW de Klerk Foundation Human Rights Report Card for 2024.
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SA's narrative therapist nominated for Women Changing the World Awards
South Africa’s world-renowned Narrative Therapist and Psychosocial Specialist, Ncazelo Mlilo, has been nominated in the prestigious Women Changing the World Awards.
The awards, according to a statement by psychosocial organisation, Phola, are like the Grammy Awards for recognising women across the world who are doing incredible work, making a positive difference in various industries and areas, including business, sustainability, leadership, health, education, product development, innovation, and technology.
Mlilo, who is based in Johannesburg, has been selected for two categories, the People’s Choice Award for Non-Profit and Social Enterprise, and the Women in Therapy and Counselling Services Award.
This recognition celebrates the groundbreaking work in mental health, her development of Afrocentric, culturally sensitive narrative-based methodologies, and her dedication to empowering communities worldwide.
The awards ceremony will take place during a summit in London, in the United Kingdom on 2-3 April 2025.
Mlilo has over 25 years’ experience in trauma counselling.
She has worked with children, youth, women, families, and communities to address the effects of HIV/AIDS, gender-based violence (GBV), poverty, conflict, and other hardships.
Mlilo co-created the Tree of Life (ToL) Methodology, currently used in over 60 countries including the USA, Brazil, Australia, Canada, Iran, India, Germany, Japan, Sweden, and across Africa.
She has developed other methodologies like COURRAGE, the Narratives in the Suitcase Project, O.U.T.R.R.A.G.E.D. for GBV prevention.
Mlilo trains over 1 000 mental health practitioners worldwide every year, with her work reaching an estimated 100 000 people, annually.
She is also a prominent keynote speaker at international conferences, including the Trust’s Collective Narrative Practices Conference, held in 2024 in Australia, the Narrative Therapy Centre Conference, where she spoke about the Narratives in the Suitcase, held in Australia in 2023, among others.
As a result, her work is the intervention of choice in these global institutions, like the Dulwich Centre Foundation in Australia and NHS Foundation Trust in the UK. – SAnews.gov.za
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Fri, 03/14/2025 - 12:07
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Bonus – 5 T’s to follow As a ‘jobbing journalist’ I receive many press releases via e-mail. What follows are five major reasons why those press releases are never published. REASONS why Your Press Release hits the BIN! Submitting as a FARGING PDF – when last did we see a printed newspaper? NOT Providing a …
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Police rescue kidnapped Pakistani businessman
Police rescued a 55-year-old Pakistani businessman and arrested four kidnappers in different locations in Gauteng on Thursday, following an intelligence-led operation.
“According to a preliminary report, the victim was kidnapped in Graaff-Reinet, in the Eastern Cape, earlier last month, by an unknown group of individuals who introduced themselves to the victim as immigration officials,” the South African Police Service 9SAPS) said in a statement.
“The victim allegedly accompanied these individuals to the nearest police station, but never returned home,” the police said.
The victim's family reported the kidnapping to the police after the kidnappers had allegedly demanded a ransom for the release of the victim.
A multi-disciplinary team comprising members from National Crime Intelligence, the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation in the Eastern Cape (DPCI - HAWKS), DPCI Tactical Operations Management Section (TOMS), Soweto Flying Squad and private security arrested two South Africans and two Pakistani nationals.
One kidnapper was arrested in Killarney and an unlicensed firearm was seized during the arrest.
The team also seized a vehicle during the operation.
The suspect led the team to the location of the victim in Evaton where two more kidnappers were arrested.
Further investigation resulted in the arrest of a fourth kidnapper in Benoni. A vehicle which is believed to have been used in the commission of the crime was also seized.
The four suspects are expected to appear before a magistrate’s court soon, while further investigations continue. – SAnews.gov.za
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Fri, 03/14/2025 - 09:54
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New fleet to aid Nelson Mandela Bay waste collection efforts
In a move to enhance waste management services, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has unveiled seven advanced waste collection trucks, which is an investment in the city’s public health infrastructure and an improvement in service delivery efficiency.
Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Public Health, Thsonono Buyeye, commended the arrival of the new fleet, describing it as a crucial financial boost that will ease the financial pressures faced by the municipality’s waste management department.
The municipality is located in the Eastern Cape.
Speaking at the unveiling ceremony held on Wednesday, Buyeye said the introduction of the state-of-the-art waste collection compactor trucks serves as a significant step forward poised at improving waste management services.
“This investment demonstrates our unwavering commitment to providing efficient and effective services, thus underscoring the department’s dedication to maintaining a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment [for all residents],” Buyeye said.
The MMC explained that, as part of the city's strategy to reduce its reliance on outsourced waste collection services, the municipality has implemented a three-year fleet recapitalisation plan, which allocates R30 million annually starting this year.
“This acquisition will significantly alleviate financial pressures on the municipality, which previously spent substantial amounts outsourcing waste management collection trucks, compromising its ability to deliver other essential public health services,” the MMC said.
He added that the arrival of the trucks will significantly reduce the city’s financial burden previously placed on the municipality, due to outsourcing waste management.
The new trucks are equipped with cutting-edge technology and enhanced capacity, enabling them to manage larger volumes of waste with greater speed and efficiency. The advanced lifting gear of the trucks allows them to effortlessly collect a wider range of waste types, ultimately enhancing the waste collection and management process.
"As a municipality, we are thrilled, considering that the arrival of these trucks will significantly enhance our service delivery. Unfortunately, vandalism of municipal fleet, including waste collection fleet has been a great challenge.
“However, we are positive that together with law enforcement, and the community, we can protect these valuable waste compactor trucks, as our goal is to ensure that public health services reach every corner of our city,” Buyeye said.
Measures to prevent vandalism and theft
To address the persistent issue of vandalism, the MMC said the municipality has implemented a comprehensive security strategy to protect the new waste management fleet.
He said the municipality is also investigating recent incidents of vandalism that have affected the city’s existing waste collection vehicles.
He said a robust security strategy has been put in place to safeguard against vandalism and theft, ensuring its longevity and effectiveness.
The municipality also urged residents to work with the municipality, and law enforcement to protect and safeguard municipal assets that service all residents.
“This collective effort is crucial in preventing vandalism and theft, which severely impacts the delivery of essential waste management services, particularly in high-crime areas,” Buyeye said. – SAnews.gov.za
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Fri, 03/14/2025 - 11:14
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Dear Editor Following revelations in Parliament this week, including the alarming finding of a 140 000-case backlog at the South African Police Service’s (SAPS) Forensic Science Laboratory, the Democratic Alliance (DA) will be formally requesting that the Auditor-General (AG) conduct a full forensic audit into SAPS’s DNA processing and forensic laboratories, as well as the …
Roundtable thrashes out job creation measures
Strengthening collaboration between government and private sector is crucial for driving economic growth and creating sustainable employment, said the Department of Employment and Labour.
This as the department in collaboration with the North West Provincial Government, organised labour, business, and social partners, convened a round table to address key labour challenges and strategies for economic growth.
Thursday’s session focused on identifying obstacles hindering economic expansion and job creation, with stakeholders highlighting government red tape as a major impediment to progress.
Participants emphasised the importance of strengthening advocacy for existing government and private sector programmes to drive sustainable employment.
In response to concerns raised by some attendees, Deputy Minister of Employment and Labour, Judith Nemadzinga-Tshabalala, stated that to tackle the unemployment crisis, the department through its Public Employment Services (PES) Division has been working to facilitate job creation in collaboration with government, business, labour, and civil society.
She highlighted Career and Jobs Fairs as a key initiative in addressing unemployment, providing a vital platform for job seekers to connect with potential employers.
“These Jobs Fairs serves as a bridge between job seekers and potential employers, ensuring that unemployed individuals, particularly the youth will gain direct access to job opportunities, training programmes and skills development initiatives.
“The Jobs Fairs play a crucial role in empowering unemployed work seekers by offering a structured and supportive environment where they can explore various career paths, receive guidance on employability, and interact with industry professionals,” Nemadzinga-Tshabalala said.
North West Premier Lazarus Mokgosi reiterated the province’s commitment to youth empowerment, aligning with the seventh administration’s priority agenda.
“Youth empowerment remains an apex priority of the 7th administration and in my acceptance speech last year as well as the Province’s 2025 Policy Statement, I highlighted a litany of intervention measures to address this scourge.
“However, addressing a problem of this magnitude needs all of us to work together as government, the private sector, labour, business, civil society, Dikgosi and all other stakeholders to respond to this challenge,” the Premier said.
Thursday’s session is expected to be followed by a handover of the Labour Activation Programme (LAP) contracts by the Minister of Employment and Labour, Nomakhosazana Meth at the Rustenburg Civic Centre on Friday, 14 March 2025.
The handover will run simultaneously with a Jobs/Career Fair where jobseekers and unemployed graduates will receive career counselling and apply for available opportunities on the Employment Services South Africa (ESSA) portal, among other services that will be rendered.
ESSA is an online recruitment service of the Department of Employment and Labour, available to all South African citizens. – SAnews.gov.za
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Fri, 03/14/2025 - 10:08
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Tuberculosis (TB) remains a pressing global health challenge, with children among the most vulnerable to its severe impacts. Each year, TB Awareness Month in March is a crucial opportunity to raise awareness about this infectious disease, emphasising the importance of prevention, early detection, and community education. TB is often thought of as an adult disease. …
Two arrested for murder, attempted murder and possession of drugs
The police’s Anti-Gang Unit have arrested two people in two separate incidents of murder, attempted murder and possession of drugs in Nigel and Naturena in Gauteng.
In the early hours of Wednesday, members of the Anti-Gang Unit (AGU) acted on intelligence regarding a wanted suspect linked to a murder and attempted murder case in Nigel.
Upon arriving at an identified place in Nigel, a 25-year-old man was found and identified as the wanted suspect.
In a separate incident on the evening of Tuesday, members received information regarding another wanted suspect connected to a murder case reported at SAPS Langlaagte.
“Initial leads directed the team to Westbury, however, the suspect was not located at that address and the team was further led to a residence in Naturena,” the police said in a statement.
While there, they encountered a 26-year-old female who identified herself as the wanted suspect’s girlfriend.
During their inquiry about the suspect’s whereabouts, the members were informed that he had been arrested the previous day on unrelated charges.
Upon requesting permission to search her, the female voluntarily disclosed that her bag contained illegal substances.
A subsequent search revealed over 300 mandrax tablets, ziplock bags containing crystal meth, with an estimated street value of R15 050 and cash. The female suspect was arrested for possession of drugs. – SAnews.gov.za
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Fri, 03/14/2025 - 10:13
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Dear Editor The DA welcomes an historic agreement between the fishing industry and conservation organisations that will put fishing closures in place to protect the critically endangered African Penguin, as announced yesterday by Minister Dion George. This agreement to put fishing closures in place is an important and urgent win for a species that, without …
South Africa-European Union Summit concludes
President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed the European Union’s €4.7 billion Global Gateway Investment Package aimed at supporting strategic investment projects.
The President was speaking during a press briefing following the 8th South Africa-European Union Summit held in Cape Town on Thursday.
The package is aimed at supporting:
• A clean and just energy transition in South Africa
• Digital and physical connectivity infrastructure
• The local pharmaceutical industry.
“The investment package covers areas such as critical raw mineral processing, green hydrogen, renewable energy, transport and digital infrastructure, local vaccine and pharmaceutical production, and resources for skills development.
“To boost the competitiveness of our economies, we agreed to launch negotiations towards a Clean Trade and Investment Partnership. This will support the development of cleaner value chains for raw materials and local beneficiation, renewable and low carbon energy, and clean technology,” President Ramaphosa said.
Furthermore, the partnership will also serve as a platform for “regulatory cooperation between the European Union and South Africa in areas of mutual interest related to clean supply chains”.
“This partnership is expected, for example, to deliver short and long term solutions to enable Sasol to export sustainable fuel, especially aviation fuel, to the European Union,” the President added.
Strengthening ties
President Ramaphosa noted that the summit – the first such held in seven years – reflects mutual commitment to “enhancing our Strategic Partnership for the mutual benefit of our people”.
As a regional bloc, the European Union (EU) is South Africa’s biggest trading partner recording some €49.5 billion in total trade in 2023 with EU foreign direct investment into South Africa reaching around €71 billion in 2022.
“Today’s Summit focused on strengthening our trade and investment relations, which are vital for the growth of our economies and the achievement of our development goals,” the President noted.
Discussions also focussed on other areas including green energy, science and health.
“We have prioritised the transition to green energy, ensuring that this process is just and inclusive and safeguards the livelihoods of those most affected by the transition. We also had discussions on our robust cooperation in education; science, technology and innovation; and health.
“We have recognised the vital importance of developing the skills and capabilities of young people, starting from early childhood development through to the training of young people in the skills of the future,” President Ramaphosa explained.
Global developments
On the global stage, President Ramaphosa said, “we reaffirmed our commitment to multilateralism, the rule of law and the central role of the United Nations in maintaining global peace and security”.
“We also expressed our resolve to resist actions that undermine multilateral cooperation. We reinforced our belief that the institutions of global governance must be reformed to make them representative and fit for purpose.
“We agreed that addressing the root causes of conflict is essential for achieving durable peace, security and stability in Africa.”
Turning to the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), President Ramaphosa said South Africa calls on parties to assist in addressing the “dire situation of the people” caught in the blaze of the war.
“As South Africa, we have made a call for a humanitarian intervention for displaced people in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.
“As we work to achieve a ceasefire and achieve a peaceful resolution of the conflict in the DRC, we are calling on the United Nations, African Union and EU to help to address the dire situation of the people affected by the fighting,” he said.
Reflecting on the outcomes of the Summit, President Ramaphosa described it as having further strengthened the strategic partnership.
“Today’s Summit has further strengthened our Strategic Partnership, which will support our efforts to drive inclusive economic growth, create jobs, eradicate poverty and address global challenges in a spirit of solidarity, collaboration and partnership.
“On behalf of the Government and people of South Africa, it has been a pleasure to host you today, reaffirming our commitment to building strong, mutually beneficial relations with the European Union,” President Ramaphosa concluded.
In his opening remarks at the summit, the President said that as one of South Africa’s most important trade and investment partners, the European Union can play a catalytic role in unleashing the productive capacity of our economy and equip our people, especially the youth, to participate in the economy of the future.
READ | President Ramaphosa engages EU on new investment package
“We hope we can continue to rely on the support of the European Union and its member states in our efforts to alleviate poverty, transition to a low-carbon economy, invest in climate-resilient infrastructure and grow our industrial capacity,” the President explained. – SAnews.gov.za
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FW de Klerk Foundation Human Rights Report Card for 2024. This Human Rights Day, the FW de Klerk Foundation invites you to examine the degree to which rights and freedoms in the Bill of Rights are being enjoyed in practice through its annual Human Rights Report Card.
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Finance Minister on Wednesday said construction of Mkhomazi Water Project, which includes a new dam, will only start in November 2027
The exciting indigenous gardens of Renishaw Hills in Scottburgh are a testament to the visionary behind them – Dr Elsa Pooley. And it will be against this backdrop that guests will get the chance to listen to this renowned botanist, landscaper, and author discuss her latest book, with co-writers Geoff Nichols and Andrew Hankey also …
Denise van Huysteen, on behalf of the Nelson Mandela Bay Chamber of Commerce, comments on the 12 March Budget announcements: “The rapid global geopolitical shifts from a trade, healthcare and Just Transition perspective, and the onset of trade wars, will have major implications for South Africa’s economy. In these unprecedented times, our country needs to […]
Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, in partnership with the African First Ladies, announced the winners of Merck Foundation's Song Awards 2023 under two themes - “More Than a Mother” and “Diabetes and Hypertension.”
The awards were announced by Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and President of Merck Foundation ‘More Than a Mother' campaign, together with African First Ladies, who are also the Ambassadors of Merck Foundation ‘More Than a Mother' campaign.
Senator Dr. Kelej said, “I feel so elated to announce the winners of Merck Foundation's “More Than a Mother” and “Diabetes and Hypertension” Song Awards in partnership with my dear sisters, African First Ladies, who are also the Ambassadors of “Merck Foundation More Than a Mother”. I congratulate and applaud our 13 talented winners.
Songs are a powerful medium for addressing and influencing social and health issues across Africa. This year's entries were exceptional, with lyrics that effectively conveyed impactful messages, sparking meaningful thought and dialogue within communities.”
The theme of “More Than a Mother” Song Awards was to raise awareness on any of the following social issues such as: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, Stopping GBV and/or Women Empowerment at all levels and the theme of “Diabetes and Hypertension” Song Awards was to promote a healthy lifestyle and raise awareness about prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension in the African countries.
Senator Rasha added, “I have always believed that music and art have the power to evoke emotions, which in turn inspire engagement and action. This belief led us to introduce our Song Awards in 2019. To date, we have celebrated close to 50 winners.
Moreover, we have produced over 30 songs and music videos to address many critical and sensitive issues across Africa.”
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Here is the list of Merck Foundation ‘More Than a Mother' Song Awards 2023 winners:
English Language
Theme: Women Empowerment
Theme: Women Empowerment and GBV
Theme: GBV
French Language
Theme: Child Marriage
Theme: FGM
Theme: FGM
Theme: FGM
Theme: GBV and FGM
Theme: Women Empowerment
Theme: GBV and FGM
Here is the list of winners of Merck Foundation ‘Diabetes & Hypertension' Song Awards 2023:
FIRST POSITION:
Theme: Diabetes & Hypertension (English)
Theme: Diabetes & Hypertension (French)
Theme: Diabetes & Hypertension (English)
Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej further added, “I would also like to announce the Call for Applications for the 2025 Edition of the two Merck Foundation Song Awards ‘More Than a Mother' and ‘Diabetes & Hypertension', in partnership with First Ladies of Africa and Asia.
“I invite entries from all Singers, Musicians and young talents, to contribute towards making a difference in society with their inspiring songs with strong and relevant messages about critical and sensitive issues we face in our continent. Be the voice of the voiceless, break the silence and let's all join hands to create a cultural shift”, Senator Kelej added.
Details of Merck Foundation SONG Awards 2025:
1. Merck Foundation Song Awards 2025 “More Than a Mother”
Theme for the awards: Address one or more of the following social issues: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, Stopping GBV and /or Women Empowerment.
Who can apply: All Singers and Musical Artists are invited to create and share a song with the aim to address one or more of the above-mentioned social issues.
Categories: ENGLISH, FRENCH, PORTUGUESE, AND LOCAL LANGUAGE
Submission deadline: 30th September 2025.
2. Merck Foundation SONG Awards 2025 “Diabetes & Hypertension”
Theme for the awards: Promote healthy lifestyle and raise awareness about prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension.
Who can apply: All Singers and Musical Artists are invited to create and share a song with the aim to promote a healthy lifestyle and raise awareness about prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension.
Categories: ENGLISH, FRENCH, PORTUGUESE, AND LOCAL LANGUAGE
Submission deadline: 30th October 2025.
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Hoërskool Garsfontein and Graeme College became the first two teams to book their places in the semifinals of the boys’ section of the Schools SA20 Final Showdown in the Pretoria today. Locals Garsies bagged two bonus point victories on the second day to seal their place as they first defeated St Andrew’s School Bloemfontein by …
Steyn City School sent a clear message to the rest of the teams during the opening day of the girls’ section of the Schools SA20 Final Showdown at the University of Pretoria today. During a thunderstorm-curtailed afternoon, National Under-19 wicketkeeper-batter Karabo Meso showed her class with a crucial unbeaten 26 runs as Steyn City defeated …