Teachers, administration officials to work until Friday:
The Basic Education Department has confirmed that although schools officially close on Wednesday, 18 March 2020, in terms of the Cabinet decision taken on Sunday, teachers will continue to work until Friday, 20 March 2020.
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Government departments urged to take precaution:
The Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) has called on government departments to ensure that all necessary precautions are taken to prevent the spread of Coronavirus among public servants and citizens at frontline service delivery points.
: SAnews – South African News Edwin
Sectors urged to take COVID-19 seriously:
The Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Nathi Mthethwa, has encouraged the cultural and sports sectors to take the measures announced by the President to manage Coronavirus (COVID-19) seriously.
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Emfuleni to pay Eskom debt:
The Emfuleni Local Municipality in Gauteng will pay the R50 million it owes to Eskom by the end of business today.
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President calls on citizens to refrain from panic buying:
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on citizens to refrain from stockpiling on groceries as government intensifies its efforts to contain the Coronavirus (COVID-19).
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