December 27, 2023
South Africa: Motorists Urged to Be Cautious When Driving in Wet Weather
The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has advised motorists to exercise extreme caution when driving in rainy conditions. Read more »
December 21, 2023
South Africa: Public Urged to Follow Instructions of Firefighting Authorities in Simon's Town
The public has been urged to follow instructions from firefighters managing the wildfire in Simon's Town. Read more »
December 19, 2023
South Africa: Nrf Increases Funding for Postdoctoral Fellows
The National Research Foundation (NRF) announced on Tuesday its decision to increase the annual value of grants awarded to postdoctoral fellows. Read more »
Egypt: President Ramaphosa Congratulates Egyptian President On Re-Election
President Cyril Ramaphosa has congratulated the President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, on his re-election as president of that country. Read more »
South Africa: Reduce Food Waste This Christmas
With the holiday season often being a time of abundance and indulgence, the City of Cape Town has urged residents to join in the effort to reduce food waste during the upcoming… Read more »
South Africa: Anti-Corruption Forum Welcomes SAPS Progress Against Construction Mafia
The Infrastructure Built Anti-Corruption Forum (IBACF) has welcomed the progress made by the South African Police Service (SAPS) and other law enforcement agencies on the progress… Read more »
South Africa: Closing Date for Draft SA Petroleum Company Bill Public Comments Extended
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) has extended the closing date for comments on the draft South African National Petroleum Company (SANPC) Bill. Read more »
South Africa: Health Intensifies Emergency Services During the Festive Season
The Department of Health has announced that it has intensified Emergency Medical Services (EMS) with over 1 540 ambulances deployed across the country's major routes and strategic… Read more »
South Africa: Durban Beaches 'Safe for Swimming', Mayor Says
As thousands of holidaymakers are expected to descend on Durban shores for the festive season, eThekwini Municipality Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda has assured visitors and residents that… Read more »
December 18, 2023
South Africa: Joining Foreign Armed Forces Could Lead to Prosecution, Government Warns
South Africans have been urged to avoid joining foreign armed forces, which may contribute to the violation of domestic and international law. Read more »
South Africa: Young Men Urged to Consider Nursing As a Career
KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC, Nomagugu Simelane, has urged young men to consider pursuing a career in the nursing profession. Read more »
South Africa: N West Premier Condemns Fatal Shooting of Nine People in Rustenburg
North West Premier Kaobitsa Bushy Maape has condemned the fatal shooting of nine people on Saturday at Popo Molefe informal settlement, near Rustenburg, in the North West. Read more »
December 12, 2023
South Africa: Seeds for a Better 2024 Have Been Sown - President Ramaphosa
Although South Africa continues to face challenges from various quarters, the ground work for a better 2024 has been laid. Read more »
South Africa: Cranes Added At Transnet's Cape Town Container Terminal to Boost Productivity
Transnet's Cape Town Container Terminal (CTCT) has received a delivery of seven pre-used rubber-tyred gantry cranes (RTGs). Read more »
South Africa: Process to Procure Nuclear Energy to Begin
South Africa will soon begin the procurement process for some 2 500MW of nuclear energy. Read more »
December 07, 2023
South Africa: Date Set for Final Voter Registration Weekend
The Electoral Commission has announced the dates for the second and final voter registration weekend ahead of the 2024 National and Provincial Elections. Read more »
December 06, 2023
South Africa: Mchunu Reaffirms Commitment to Deliver Quality Water Services
Water and Sanitation Minister Senzo Mchunu has reaffirmed the department's commitment to continue efforts to ensure that citizens receive quality water services. Read more »
South Africa: Parliament Passes Key Bills
The National Assembly on Tuesday passed several Bills, including the National Prosecuting Authority Amendment Bill, the Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech… Read more »
December 05, 2023
South Africa: IEC Welcomes Constitutional Court Judgement
The Electoral Commission has welcomed Monday's judgement by the Constitutional Court in relation to the challenges to the Electoral Amendment Act. Read more »
South Africa: No Sensitive Information Taken During NPA Offices Break in
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has moved to assure the country that no sensitive information, dockets or files were taken during a break in at the Director of Public… Read more »
December 04, 2023
South Africa: White Paper On Electric Vehicles Released
Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Ebrahim Patel has released a White Paper that outlines a comprehensive electric vehicle (EV) roadmap for South Africa and the structure of… Read more »
South Africa: Rail Agency's Long-Distance Trains Resume Service
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has announced that the long- distance Mainline Passenger Services (MLPS) under its rail division has resumed the Johannesburg to… Read more »
South Africa: Our Plan to Tackle Climate Action Must Leave No One Behind - President
As the country grapples with an energy crisis, President Cyril Ramaphosa has used the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Dubai, known as COP28, to emphasise that the… Read more »
December 03, 2023
South Africa: Matric Final Exams Enter Last Week
Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga says the department has done all it can to ensure that the final matric examinations for this year go smoothly. Read more »
South Africa: Developing Countries Must Stand As One - President Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged member countries of the G77+China to "stand together in solidarity, to support each other and to speak with one voice at COP 28". Read more »