August 08, 2023
South Africa: Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga Calls for Speedy Resolution of Taxi Impasse in Cape Town
Government is deeply concerned about the ongoing conflict involving the minibus-taxi industry and the City of Cape Town, which has escalated into a strike as a result of impounding… Read more »
South Africa: Premier Alan Winde Chairs Extended Provincial Cabinet Meeting As Efforts to Respond to Mini-Bus Taxi Strike Continue
Premier Alan Winde chaired an extended meeting of the Western Cape Cabinet this morning where he receives updates on the ongoing minibus taxi strike. Apart from provincial Cabinet… Read more »
August 02, 2023
South Africa: Electoral Commission Calls for Public Comment On Regulations Supporting Electoral Amendment Act
The Electoral Commission recently published a myriad of draft regulations for public comment. This is a sequel to the promulgation of the Electoral Amendment Act. The Amendment Act… Read more »
July 20, 2023
South Africa: Gauteng Legislature Urges Residents to Refrain From Vigilantism
Committee urges residents to refrain from vigilantism Read more »
July 18, 2023
South Africa: Presidency Welcomes Publication of Answering Affidavit in ICC Warrant Matter
The Presidency welcomes the decision of the Johannesburg High Court ordering that the answering affidavit related to the International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant matter be made… Read more »
South Africa: President Cyril Ramaphosa to Enact Sign Language As 12th Official Language
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Wednesday, 19 July 2023, sign into law the South African Sign Language Bill during a ceremony at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. Read more »
July 13, 2023
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Welcomes Constitutional Court Decision On the Suspension of Public Protector
President Cyril Ramaphosa has noted and welcomed the judgement by the Constitutional Court, affirming the President's adherence to due process and fairness, in the process of… Read more »
July 05, 2023
South Africa: President Cyril Ramaphosa Welcomes Decision On Zuma Private Prosecution
President Cyril Ramaphosa has noted and welcomed the judgement by the Johannesburg High Court setting aside the private prosecution instituted by former President Jacob Zuma. Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Welcomes Decision On Zuma Private Prosecution
President Cyril Ramaphosa has noted and welcomed the judgement by the Johannesburg High Court setting aside the private prosecution instituted by former President Jacob Zuma. Read more »
July 06, 2023
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Saddened By Tragic Loss of Life At Angelo Informal Settlement
President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed deep sadness to the devastating and tragic loss of innocent lives at the Angelo Informal Settlement, in Boksburg. Read more »
July 04, 2023
South Africa: Deputy President Paul Mashatile On Incident Involving His VIP Protection Service
The Deputy President has become aware of an unfortunate incident involving between members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) who are attached to his protection detail and… Read more »
South Africa: Police On Process of Tracing Victims Allegedly Assaulted By SAPS Members
The process to trace the victims who are seen to be allegedly assaulted by South African Police Service (SAPS) members is underway. After being made aware of the incident captured… Read more »
June 29, 2023
South Africa: Home Affairs On Zimbabwean Exemption Permits
Press statement on the judgments delivered by the Full Court, Gauteng Division, Pretoria on 28 June 2023 dealing with Zimbabwean exemption permits Read more »
South Africa: Proposed Reforms to Whistleblowing Legislation Released for Public Comment
Proposed reforms to whistleblowing legislation released for public comments Read more »
June 27, 2023
South Africa: Road Traffic Management Corporation Arrests Four Individuals At Gauteng Driving License Testing Centre for Alleged Learner License Fraud
Four individuals arrest at a Gauteng Driving Licence Testing Centre for alleged Learner Licence fraud Read more »
June 20, 2023
South Africa: SIU Considers Legal Options Following Interim Interdict On Fort Hare University Investigation
SIU considering legal options following the interim interdict on Fort Hare University investigation Read more »
June 13, 2023
South Africa: Minister Expresses Concern Over Treatment of MTN, Tigerbrands in Cameroon
Minister Pandor expresses concern regarding the treatment of South African businesses in Cameroon Read more »
June 09, 2023
South Africa: Treasury On Publication of Draft Legislation for the 'Two Pot' Retirement System for Public Comment
Publication of the draft legislation for the "two pot" retirement system for public comment Read more »
June 02, 2023
South Africa: Transport MEC Strongly Condemns Attacks On E-Hailing Operators
Gauteng MEC for Transport and Logistics Kedibone Diale-Tlabela has strongly condemned the attacks on e-hailing drivers and burning of cars at Maponya Mall in Soweto on Thursday, 01… Read more »
May 25, 2023
South Africa: Minister Ronald Lamola Commends Law Enforcement Agencies On the Arrest of Rwandan Fugitive
The Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Ronald Lamola, has commended the country's law enforcement agencies on the arrest of Rwandan fugitive Fulgence Kayishema. Read more »
May 03, 2023
South Africa: Police Apologises for Leaking Personal Information of Krugersdorp Rape Victims
National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola has tendered a public apology to the victims of the Krugersdorp attack where eight women were raped in July 2022. Read more »
April 27, 2023
South Africa: Premier Alan Winde On Visit By Russian President Vladimir Putin
If Putin comes to Western Cape, LEAP officers will be instructed to arrest him Read more »
April 25, 2023
South Africa: South Africa Remains a Participant in the International Criminal Court
Based on public discussion and pronouncements on South Africa's participation in the International Criminal Court (ICC), the Presidency wishes to clarify that South Africa remains… Read more »
April 17, 2023
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Assents to the Electoral Amendment Bill
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the Electoral Amendment Bill of 2022. Read more »
South Africa: President Ramphosa Assents to the Electoral Amendment Bill
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the Electoral Amendment Bill of 2022. Read more »