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The Remarkable Rise of Artisans in South Africa: Skills, Jobs and Opportunities in the Public and Private Sector

The rise of Artisans in South Africa, skill trades filling gaps in the public and private sector. Artisans are increasingly being recognised for their valuable contribution to South Africa’s infrastructure development, economic growth and industrial future. Across municipalities, the private sector and government, the importance of skilled artisans is gaining renewed attention. According to Ogodiseng...
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Intelligence-led drone operation leads to arrest of smash-and-grab suspects

A successful intelligence-led operation by the City’s Law Enforcement and Metro Police Departments, and drone surveillance technology has resulted in the arrest of five suspects linked to multiple smash-and-grab incidents in Elsies River. Watch: https://youtu.be/QDd9BrnWiBA Following the incidents over the last few weeks, intelligence teams analysed available data and reviewed CCTV footage to identify and...
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BLITSNUUS met Koedoe

Blitsnuus met Koedoe om 09:00 Duisende kinders buite die skoolstelsel in Suid-Afrika Volgens ’n nuwe verslag was daar na raming sowat 405 000 kinders tussen die ouderdomme van sewe en 18 wat in 2024 nie by enige onderwysinstelling ingeskryf was nie. Byna 140 000 van hierdie kinders val boonop binne die verpligte skoolgaande ouderdomsgroep. Kenners...
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EVENTS DIARY

Events Diary for September upcoming events in Cape Town – for more information or to book – womeninmedia@happeningnews.co.za 5 September Ready, Set, Grow: A Supportive Morning for Expectant & Current Parents, focused on confidence, skills, and support  Read: https://www.happeningnews.co.za/2026/08/31/ready-set-grow-parent-morning/ https://www.quicket.co.za/events/378356-ready-set-grow-a-supportive-morning-for-expectant-new-parents-focused-on-confid/# 9 September From Paper to Possibilities: Badisa Conference & AGM 2026 https://www.quicket.co.za/events/385743-from-paper-to-possibilities-badisa-conference-agm-2026/# 12 September Fireside...
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