March 26
South Africa: Former Steinhoff Director Appears in Court for Fraud, Racketeering
Former Steinhoff director Stephanus Grobler has appeared in court on charges of racketeering, three counts of fraud worth R21 billion, manipulation of financial statements and… Read more »
South Africa: Have Your Say in Ethekwini Service Delivery Plan
Residents of eThekwini are invited to submit their comments on the draft Integrated Development Plan (IDP) for the 2024/2025 financial year - a key city strategy that informs and… Read more »
South Africa: Higher Education Deregisters Four Private Institutions
The Department of Higher Education and Training has cancelled the registration of four Educor institutions after failing to submit proof of their financial viability to the… Read more »
South Africa: Pay Your Customs Tax!
Taxpayers have been reminded to settle their tax and customs payments as well as their tax and customs debt to the South African Revenue Service (SARS) by or on Thursday this week. Read more »
South Africa: Minister Conducts Site Inspection At Lighthouse Precinct Project
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille visited the Lighthouse Precinct project in the Cape Agulhas National Park on Tuesday to inspect progress on site and to impress on all… Read more »
South Africa: Call for Inclusivity in Efforts to Grow Biodiversity Economy
President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasised that previously disadvantaged individuals and communities must be at the centre of efforts to fully harness the benefits of the… Read more »
March 25
South Africa: Progress Made At Troublesome Power Stations
Eskom Group Executive for Generation, Bheki Nxumalo, says although challenges continue, at least five power stations identified for attention and intervention are beginning to show… Read more »
South Africa: New Generation Capacity Remains in Focus
Minister in the Presidency for Electricity Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says as government and Eskom continue to resolve challenges at the power utility, government is also seized with… Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa to Address 12th Proudly SA Localisation Dinner
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Tuesday deliver a keynote address at the Localisation Dinner at the conclusion of the 12th Annual Buy Local Summit at the Sandton Convention… Read more »
South Africa: Policy Dialogue to Place GBVF Under the Spotlight
The Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, will this week host a policy dialogue on the prevention of… Read more »
South Africa: Call to Transform the Biodiversity Sector
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Barbara Creecy has called for the urgent transformation of the biodiversity sector. Read more »
March 24
South Africa: Fight Against TB Gets $94 Million Boost
South Africa's ongoing efforts to respond to Tuberculosis (TB) have been strengthened with funding of $94 million for the next five years. Read more »
South Africa: Embassy Staff, Students Confirmed Safe After Attack in Russia
The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) has confirmed that South African embassy staff and students who are based in Russia are safe following a terrorist… Read more »
March 19
South Africa: South Africa to Commemorate Human Rights Day
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Thursday deliver a keynote address at the national commemoration of Human Rights Day to be held in Sharpeville, Sedibeng District Municipality, in… Read more »
March 18
South Africa: Human Rights for Only Some, Are Human Rights for None - President
Ahead of Human Rights Day later this week, President Cyril Ramaphosa has reminded the country that "we cannot truly be free until all people are free". Read more »
South Africa: Stage 2 Load Shedding Implemented 'Until Further Notice'
Eskom has implemented Stage 2 load shedding with effect from 5am today. Read more »
South Africa: South Africa and Zimbabwe Enter Landmark Water Sharing Deal
Water and Sanitation Minister Senzo Mchunu and the Zimbabwean Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries and Rural Development, Dr Anxious Jongwe Masuka, have signed an agreement… Read more »
March 17
South Africa: A Visionary and a Freedom Fighter - President Ramaphosa Pays Homage to King Dinuzulu
President Cyril Ramaphosa has lauded King Dinuzulu ka Cetshwayo as a visionary and freedom fighter, who fought and greatly sacrificed for the freedom enjoyed by the country today. Read more »
South Africa: Dr Phil Mjwara Takes a Bow As Director-General of Science and Innovation
Higher Education, Science and Innovation Minister, Professor Blade Nzimande has announced the retirement of Dr Phil Mjwara, the country's longest-serving Director-General, from his… Read more »
March 14
South Africa: SAA, Takatso Deal Collapses - Don't Worry About Your Jobs, Gordhan Says
Following three years of negotiation, Minister of Public Enterprises Pravin Gordhan has announced the termination of negotiations for the transaction to sell 51% of South African… Read more »
South Africa: SA Engages US On Efforts to Exit Grey List
Deputy Minister of Finance, Dr David Masondo, has reiterated to his counterparts in the United States of America (USA) that government is working hard to get South Africa out of… Read more »
South Africa: Ports Regulator of South Africa and B-Bbee Commission Sign MOU
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at addressing transformation in the ports sector has been entered into between the Ports Regulator of South Africa (PRSA) and the… Read more »
South Africa: Concern Over Learner Dropouts and Repetition
President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed concern over the persistently high rates of learner dropouts and repetition urging stakeholders within the education sector to intensify… Read more »
South Africa: Progress Report On Lifestyle Audits for Senior Government Managers Finalised
Cabinet has received a progress report on lifestyle audits of senior management service members. Read more »
South Africa: Godongwana Announces Increase in R350 Grant
The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant - popularly known as the R350 grant - is expected to be raised to R370 from April this year. Read more »