August 12
South Africa: Emergency Spillway Under Construction to Avoid Further Riverlands Disaster
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has given the City of Cape Town permission to construct an emergency spillway on the fourth and remaining farm dam reported to be on… Read more »
August 08
South Africa: Rapid Response Team to Deal With Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreaks
Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has established a rapid response team to deal with all current outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD). Read more »
South Africa: Existing Employment Equity Act Provisions Remain Relevant
The existing Employment Equity (EE) Act provisions for the 2024 Employment Equity reporting period are still applicable, pending the signing of the EE amendments. Read more »
South Africa: Consistent Electricity Supply 'A Step Closer'
Consistent electricity supply in South Africa is now "one step closer" due to the diligent and dedicated implementation of the Energy Action Plan (EAP). Read more »
August 05
South Africa: Eskom Delivering 'Exceptional' Performance but Minister Remains Cautious
Minister of Energy and Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has warned that although Eskom has delivered exceptional performance to keep load shedding at bay, the country is "not… Read more »
South Africa: Fuel Price Decreases in August
The Department of Minerals and Petroleum Resources has announced decreases for all grades of fuel for the month of August. Read more »
August 02
South Africa: MTN Loses Special Tribunal Application
Telecommunications giant MTN has lost a Special Tribunal exception application in connection with the alleged irregular supply of mobile devices for COVID-19 screening to the… Read more »
August 01
South Africa: Government Focuses On Growing the Economy
As part of ongoing efforts to create an enabling environment for sustainable and inclusive growth, government will continue to focus on stabilising debt and debt-service costs,… Read more »
South Africa: Just Energy Transition Must Not Leave Communities Behind - Ramokgopa
Minister of Energy and Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has insisted that as South Africa continues to transition from a carbon intensive economy to a green economy,… Read more »
July 30
South Africa: Strong Bipartisan Backing From the US for the Reauthorisation of AGOA
South Africa's position at the 21st African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Forum was to reset and create partnerships with an emphasis on industrialisation, building a capable… Read more »
July 29
South Africa: Minister Ramokgopa Commits to Finding 'Enduring, Lasting Solution' to Rising Electricity Costs
Minister of Energy and Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has moved to assure South Africans that the department is committed, together with the South African Local Government… Read more »
South Africa: Labour Minister Welcomes Signing Into Law of Companies Amendment Act
Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has commended the signing into law of the Companies Amendment Act by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Read more »
South Africa: Northern Cape Police Arrest Seven for Illegal Mining
Seven suspects have been arrested for illegal mining in police operations in the Northern Cape. Read more »
July 24
South Africa: Prasa Board Reinstates Zolani Matthews
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) board has reinstated Zolani Kgosietsile Matthews as the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), in compliance with the judgement by… Read more »
July 23
South Africa: Electricity System Still Vulnerable Despite 120 Days With No Load Shedding
While this week marks 120 days without load shedding in South Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa says it is too soon to claim victory. Read more »
South Africa: New Law Paves Way for Establishment of One-Stop-Shop for Small Businesses
President Cyril Ramaphosa has assented to the National Small Enterprise Amendment Bill, which streamlines the support services government provided to small and medium businesses as… Read more »
Africa: 200 Oil Producers, Stakeholders From Southern Africa Gather in Pretoria
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) will this week host the 3rd South African Conference on Essential and Vegetable Oils, bringing together 200 oil producers… Read more »
July 18
South Africa: Modern Technology to Help Fight Crime
A heightened focus on the use of modern technology to help with crime prevention efforts will continue to be a key priority of the seventh administration. Read more »
July 16
South Africa: Home Affairs Critical in Ensuring Economic Growth
Work is underway to position the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) as a powerful engine for economic growth. Read more »
July 15
South Africa: Transport Department, Taxi Industry to Work Together This Term, Says Creecy
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has committed to working with the taxi industry to ensure that the industry fulfils its role in the transport ecosystem with greater safety. Read more »
South Africa: South Africa Aims for Zero Emissions By 2050
President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa aims to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Read more »
July 14
South Africa: Nuclear Power Build Will Be At a Scale 'We Can Afford' - Minister Ramokgopa
Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, says South Africa will seek to build a nuclear plant for electricity generation at "a scale and speed that we can… Read more »
July 12
South Africa: Dirco Tables Budget Vote
To boost economic growth, the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), says it will intensify its efforts to help South African companies and State-owned… Read more »
South Africa: Dirco Faces Critical Staffing Shortage Due to Budget Cuts
International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola says his department, which is facing a critical staff shortage, must do more with less due to resource constraints. Read more »
July 11
South Africa: Govt Working Hard to Prevent Cybercrime - Ntshavheni
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has assured the public of government's commitment to prevent cybercrime. Read more »