August 21, 2023
South Africa: SA, China Cooperation Can Bring Mutual Benefit for the Future
Cooperation between China and South Africa can be a source of development and mutual benefit between both countries. Read more »
Africa: Brics a Chance to Further Electricity Sector Cooperation
Minister in the Presidency for Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, is expected to host and participate in various engagements as part of strengthening the electricity sector… Read more »
Africa: Heads of State Arrive for Brics Summit
A few African Heads of State have already touched down at the OR Tambo International Airport ahead of the much-anticipated 15th BRICS Summit that will kick start on Tuesday, 22… Read more »
August 20, 2023
South Africa: Maintenance, Debt Servicing Key to Electricity Distribution - Minister
The Minister in the Presidency responsible for Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has emphasised the importance of infrastructure maintenance and the servicing of municipal… Read more »
August 16, 2023
South Africa: Three Suspects Arrested for Illegal Mining in Limpopo
Police in Driekop, in the Sekhukhune District -- in collaboration with Mecklenburg, Burgersfort, Tubatse SAPS, as well as Public Order Policing (POPS) in Limpopo -- have… Read more »
South Africa: Brics Bank Issues Debut Bond in South African Market
The New Development Bank (NDB) has successfully issued its debut ZAR bond in the South African bond market, becoming the highest rated issuer to issue in this market since 2015. Read more »
August 15, 2023
South Africa: Minister Sends Condolences to Families of Tsitsikamma Accident Victims
Minister of Transport Sindisiwe Chikunga has expressed her deep regret and sadness at the loss of life resulting from a collision between two vehicles on the N2 near Tsitsikamma in… Read more »
South Africa: SIU Files Leave to Appeal in Telkom Case
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is expected to file an application for leave to appeal a High Court judgement which deemed its authorisation to investigate the affairs of… Read more »
August 13, 2023
South Africa: Phase 1 of Vereeniging Taxi Rank Finally Open to Commuters
Gauteng MEC for Transport and Logistics, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, has officially handed over the first phase of the Vereeniging Intermodal Taxi Facility (Taxido) to the locals and… Read more »
South Africa: Electricity Minister Optimistic About the Future As Eskom Generation Capacity Improves
Eskom has recorded a significant improvement with its energy generation moving from an average of 28 000 megawatts (MW) to close to 29 000 MW in the past week, Electricity… Read more »
August 10, 2023
South Africa: Finance Minister Welcomes Cabinet Approval of DG Appointment
Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana has welcomed Cabinet's approval of the appointment of Dr Duncan Pieterse as the new Director-General of the National Treasury for a period of… Read more »
Africa: Africa CDC Donates Vaccine Manufacturing Equipment to SAHPRA
The Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) on Thursday officially handed over equipment worth US $750 000 (R14 083 950) to the South African Health Products… Read more »
South Africa: SA Universities At Risk of Losing 10% of Academics As They Near Retirement
Higher Education, Science and Innovation Minister, Dr Blade Nzimande, has cast the spotlight on investing in young scholars, as a number of academics in public universities are… Read more »
South Africa: Government Launches Loan to Invest in Solar Equipment
The National Treasury has launched the Energy Bounce Back Loan Guarantee Scheme (EBB) - an initiative aimed at alleviating the impact of continuing difficulties resulting from… Read more »
South Africa: Government to Close Open Shafts, Mine Holes
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) has committed to closing all derelict open shafts and mine holes in Riverlea by the end of September 2023, while finalising… Read more »
South Africa: Cabinet Has Zero Tolerance for Violation of Traffic Laws
Cabinet has directed the Minister of Transport, Sindisiwe Chikunga, to ensure that any taxi operating in contradiction with the laws of the Republic is removed from the road. Read more »
August 08, 2023
South Africa: DTIC to Host 8th the SA-China Joint Economic and Trade Committee
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) will host the 8th session of the South Africa - China Joint Economic and Trade Committee on Wednesday and Thursday. Read more »
South Africa: Boost for Kwanongoma Infrastructure Projects
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport and KwaNongoma Local Municipality have committed to work together to accelerate service delivery, especially the delivery of transport… Read more »
South Africa: Chikunga Warns Perpetrators Behind Cape Town Violence
Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga says that those who perpetuate criminality in the City of Cape Town must face the full might of the law. Read more »
August 07, 2023
Africa: BRICS Summit Set to Benefit Africa and Global South
International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Dr Naledi Pandor, says she is confident that the upcoming BRICS Summit will strengthen the bloc's partnership and benefit the… Read more »
August 08, 2023
South Africa: Over 53,000 Appeals Approved for 2023 Academic Year
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) says a total of 53 206 student appeals have been approved for the 2023 academic year, pending registration at a public university… Read more »
South Africa: Winde Calls for Immediate End to Taxi Strike
Western Cape Premier Alan Winde says the safety of residents and road users is of paramount importance as the minibus taxi strike continues to wreak havoc in the province. Read more »
South Africa: Young Women Urged to Explore Opportunities in Oceans Economy
Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, has encouraged young people to explore career opportunities in the oceans… Read more »
August 07, 2023
South Africa: Load Shedding to Alternate Between Stage 1, 2 and 4
Eskom is expected to implement alternating stages of load shedding throughout this week. Read more »
South Africa: Western Cape Premier Counting the Cost of Cape Town's Taxi Strike
Western Cape Premier Alan Winde says the provincial government remains gravely concerned at the devastating impact caused by the strike called by the South African National Taxi… Read more »