September 13, 2023
South Africa: Govt, Labour Cement Cooperation to Uplift Economy
Government and organised labour have agreed to work much more closely to speed up efforts for a more inclusive economy, job creation, and addressing poverty and inequality. Read more »
September 10, 2023
South Africa: Condolences for Earthquake Victims in Morocco
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has on behalf of President Cyril Ramaphosa, as well as the Government and people of South Africa, joined the international community in expressing… Read more »
South Africa: Economic Recovery Measures Improve Economy
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has attributed the growth in gross domestic product (GDP) to the economic recovery measures that were implemented by government to support the… Read more »
South Africa: Govt Welcomes Efforts to Accelerate Progress of SDGs
South Africa has welcomed the Indian Presidency's efforts to accelerate progress on the Sustainable Development Goals. Read more »
September 08, 2023
South Africa: Deputy President Calls On Social Partners to Tackle Joblessness, Climate Change
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has called on social partners to work with government to deal with the country's pressing issues, especially unemployment and climate change. Read more »
South Africa: Govt Working to Address eThekwini Challenges
Deputy President Paul Mashatile says the government is working with various departments and stakeholders to help the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality to address its challenges. Read more »
South Africa: SABC, Multichoice Agree On Rights to Broadcast Rugby World Cup
The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Zizi Kodwa has welcomed the agreement between the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) and MultiChoice regarding the… Read more »
September 05, 2023
South Africa: Public Protector Urged to Respect Constitutional Process On Suspension
President Cyril Ramaphosa has outlined to suspended Public Protector Adv. Busisiwe Mkhwebane the constitutional processes that pertain to her suspension or potential removal from… Read more »
South Africa: Affected Residents Asked to Come Forward for Joburg Fire Inquiry
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has appointed a commission of inquiry -- led by Justice Sisi Khampepe -- into the Usindiso Building fire in Johannesburg, which claimed the lives of… Read more »
September 04, 2023
South Africa: Spotlight On Inner City Housing Challenge in Fire Aftermath
The fatal Usindiso Building fire in Johannesburg last week has highlighted the need to resolve South Africa's inner city housing challenge and root out "rampant criminality" in… Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa to Give Update On Lifestyle Audits
President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to outline progress made in the implementation of lifestyle audits for members of the executive and the enhancement of service delivery to… Read more »
South Africa: Water Dept Engages Public On Government Waterworks Draft Regulations
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) will this week host public consultations on draft regulations relating to access and usage of government waterworks for recreational… Read more »
August 29, 2023
South Sudan: Deputy President Mashatile Arrives in South Sudan
Deputy President Paul Mashatile arrived in Juba on Monday to assess the latest developments in the implementation of the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in the… Read more »
August 18, 2023
South Africa: Operation Shanela Helps to Drive Crime Down
The police's intensive campaign, Operation Shanela, continues to make a positive contribution to the decline of crime in the country, the latest crime stats have revealed. Read more »
South Africa: SA Records a Decrease in Murder Rate
Police Minister Bheki Cele says while there are still unacceptably high crime levels, violent crime levels are starting to show a decrease. Read more »
August 24, 2023
South Africa: Expanded Brics Expected to Have a Firmer Say On International Agenda
With its large footprint in combined population size and strong world Gross Domestic Product, the BRICS group of countries is expected to shape the international agenda in the… Read more »
August 23, 2023
South Africa: Young People Call for Establishment of Brics Youth Council
Making their voices heard at the 15th BRICS Summit, young people across the member states have called for the establishment of a BRICS Youth Council. Read more »
South Africa: Innovation Key to Thriving in a Changing World, Says Minister Patel
Business as usual is no longer an option, and the ability to innovate and adapt in a world characterised by volatility and fractiousness is the key to thriving, says Trade,… Read more »
South Africa: Chinese Donation to Aid in Load Shedding
At least 500 public facilities around the country are set to benefit from a donation from China which will allow them to have uninterrupted alternative power supply and shield them… Read more »
South Africa: Creecy Lobbies for Funding of Environmental Challenges #AfricaClimateHope
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Barbara Creecy has called on developed countries to meet their commitments to fund the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund, which… Read more »
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 »
August 15, 2023
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 14, 2023
South Africa: President Congratulates Newly Crowned Miss SA Natasha Joubert
President Cyril Ramaphosa has congratulated the newly crowned Miss South Africa 2023 Natasha Joubert who won at the spectacular pageant finale held at the Sunbet Arena at Time… Read more »
South Africa: 'Tangible Progress' in Implementation of State Capture Commission Recommendations
President Cyril Ramaphosa says "significant progress" has been made to implement government's plan in relation to the recommendations set out by the State Capture Commission. Read more »
South Africa: Minister Creecy Pays Tribute to Two Senior Environmental Officials
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Barbara Creecy has expressed her condolences to the family, colleagues and friends of two senior environmental… Read more »