The South African economy contracted by 7-percent in 2020 – that’s according to data released by Stats SA. The fourth-quarter GDP increased by one-point 5 percent on a quarter-on-quarter basis, with growth bolstered by the easing of lockdown restrictions. Overall, economists expect growth to rebound in 2021, with support coming from the rollout of Covid-19 vaccines.

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The Western Cape has recorded 16 additional deaths, bringing the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in the province to 11 305. By one o’clock this afternoon (Tues 9 March) there were 2 914 active Covid-19 infections in the Western Cape with a total of 276-thousand 664 confirmed Covid-19 cases.
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Specialised hazardous materials (Hazmat) equipment handed over

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 The Western Cape Government has handed over specialised hazardous materials (Hazmat) equipment to the Cape Winelands District Municipality. This is as part of its...

Team on board S.A. Agulhas II arrive safely at Marion Island

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Major review finds vaping leads to poorer respiratory health among children

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 A major review by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health has found consistent evidence linking vaping among children and young people to...