The Department of Tourism has condemned the fake news published and circulating on social media platforms alleging that Deputy Minister Elizabeth Thabethe supports rhino poaching. "We believe this advent of "fake news" continues to deny our people and consumers of such content the right to access developmental information as provided and shared on a consistent basis by our government and we pledge to continue to seek recourse through existing internet governance mechanisms and processes," … [Read more...] about Pro-poaching statement is fake news
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R1.23 Million Eastern Cape Craft collection store
In what is seen to be a major boost to the tourism and creative industries, the creative works of more than 80 craft enterprises drawn from throughout the Eastern Cape have found a new home at the newly-launched Eastern Cape Craft Collection store in Nahoon, East London on Friday. The store which came at an investment of R1,238 million, was officially launched by the Deputy Minister of Small Business Development Elizabeth Thabethe, MP. The store will play host to exquisite authentically … [Read more...] about R1.23 Million Eastern Cape Craft collection store
Partnerships needed to win war against alcohol, drug abuse
Port Elizabeth - The Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry, Elizabeth Thabethe, says government alone cannot win the war against liquor and drug abuse. "Members of community, as well as liquor traders and distributors must join forces with government in order to combat the scourge of alcohol and drug abuse that is plaguing the country," Thabethe said. Thabethe was speaking in Motherwell, Port Elizabeth on Friday during the launch of the third annual Sobriety Week, a national campaign aimed … [Read more...] about Partnerships needed to win war against alcohol, drug abuse
