July 25
South Africa: SA Firefighters to Help Fight Canadian Fires
The Working on Fire-Kishugu Joint Venture (WOF-Kishugu JV) is deploying a team of more than 200 firefighters and management to the Canadian province of Alberta to assist with fire… Read more »
South Africa: Condolences for Knysna Fire Victims
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has extended his condolences to the families of the three people who tragically lost their lives in a fire at… Read more »
South Africa: Well Wishes for New Sanef Chairperson Nwabisa Makunga
Government has congratulated Nwabisa Makunga who is the current Deputy Chairperson of the South African National Editors Forum (SANEF) on her appointment as Chairperson of the… 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 »
July 24
South Africa: New Law On Climate Change Response Welcomed
The Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) has welcomed the signing of the Climate Change Bill by President Cyril Ramaphosa, into law. Read more »
July 23
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 »
South Africa: SA's Response to Climate Change Outlined in New Law
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the Climate Change Bill, which sets out a national climate change response, including mitigation and adaptation actions, which also… Read more »
July 22
South Africa: 'We Will Succeed' - President Ramaphosa On Prospects of GNU
President Cyril Ramaphosa has brushed off naysayers and reiterated the Government of National Unity's (GNU) determination to succeed, despite ideological differences and South… Read more »
July 18
South Africa: GNU to Add More Tax-Exempt Food Items
As South Africa grapples with high poverty levels and the cost of living, the Government of National Unity (GNU) will look to expand the range of essential food items exempt from… Read more »
South Africa: Cabinet Prepares Session for Translating GNU Priorities into 5-Year Plan
Cabinet will be convening a further strategy session to consider the Medium-Term Development Plan, which will translate the Government of National Unity priorities into a detailed… Read more »
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 »
South Africa: Efforts to Professionalise the Public Service Underway
The Government of National Unity has committed to proceeding with the work already underway to professionalise the public service as well as ensure that government attracts into… Read more »
South Africa: Government Pushes for Affordable Healthcare for All
Equitable, accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare, will be high on the agenda of the seventh administration, over the next five years. Read more »
South Africa: Train Commuters Receive Blankets On Mandela Day
Christmas came early for train commuters at the Cape Town train station this morning, when Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni handed over blankets to them. Read more »
South Africa: Security Measures in Place for Opening of Parliament Address
The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) is satisfied with the security measures that have been put in place for the Opening of Parliament Address… Read more »
South Africa: All Eyes On SA's First Citizen
Many South Africans are expected to be glued to their screens this evening, 18 July 2024, as they eagerly wait to hear from President Cyril Ramaphosa, when he delivers the Opening… Read more »
South Africa: Its Still in Our Hands - Marathon Surgeries Underway for Mandela Day
With the world today marking Mandela Day, the Gauteng Department of Health is embarking on the second edition of its Surgical Marathon initiative in honour of the memory of the… Read more »
July 17
South Africa: Opening of Parliament 'A Significant Event' for the Country's Democratic Process
Speaker of the National Assembly Thoko Didiza says the Opening of Parliament is a significant event for the country's democratic process, convened by the President in accordance… Read more »
South Africa: Opening of Parliament to Feature Tshivenda Imbongi
The upcoming Opening of Parliament Address (OPA) will feature the cultural tradition of an Imbongi, bridging the country's rich heritage with democratic present, says Speaker of… Read more »
South Africa: Locals Nostalgic As Opening of Parliament Draws Close
With the hours ticking closer to the Opening of Parliament Address (OPA), parliamentary officials are busy finalising preparations for Thursday night's ceremony. Read more »
South Africa: Heavy Rains Expected for Opening of Parliament Address
Heavy rains and cold weather is expected in Cape Town tomorrow evening as President Cyril Ramaphosa convenes a joint sitting of the newly established two Houses of Parliament to… Read more »
South Africa: Opa Paints a Picture of the Next Five Years
National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza has encouraged South Africans to watch the Opening of Parliament Address (OPA) to hear how their vote will work for them in the coming five… Read more »
South Africa: Several Roads Closed in City Centre for the Opening of Parliament
The City of Cape Town has announced the closure of several roads near the Cape Town City Hall before the Opening of Parliament on Thursday. Read more »