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 »
South Africa: Rand Water Concludes Month-Long Maintenance Project
Rand Water will this evening wrap up the final phase of its month-long proactive maintenance, which commenced last month. Read more »
South Africa: Fund Members Urged to Get Financial Advice On Pension Fund Withdrawals
With the President signing into law the Pension Funds Amendment Act (31 of 2024), National Treasury has urged fund members to seek trustworthy financial advice to consider the… Read more »
July 29
South Africa: No 'Secret Meetings' Held to Discuss Climate Change Commitments
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has asserted that it has not conducted any "secret meetings" with business on the review of the country's climate… Read more »
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: Unesco Inscribes More World Heritage Sites for South Africa
The Presidency has welcomed the latest inscription of South African human rights and liberation struggle sites in the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural… Read more »
South Africa: Call for Inclusion of Young Professionals in Finding Solutions to Water Challenges
The National Water and Sanitation Youth Indaba has thrust into the spotlight the inclusion of young professionals in research and innovation to improve the water sector. Read more »
South Africa: Governments Urged to Prioritise Testing, Treatment and Vaccinating Against Hepatitis
A liver performs over 500 vital functions every single day to keep us alive, that is the reason that the World Health Organisation (WHO) believes testing, treating and preventing… Read more »
South Africa: Corrupt Home Affairs Official to Appear in Court
A 46-year-old Department of Home Affairs official is expected to appear in the Lindley Magistrates' Court on Monday for alleged corruption. Read more »
South Africa: Public Procurement Act to Direct Public Funds to Where They Are Intended
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the newly signed Public Procurement Act is another important step in ensuring that public funds are put to use where intended. 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 26
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Appoints Justice Maya As Next Chief Justice
In a significant milestone for the country, President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed current Deputy Chief Justice Mandisa Maya, as Chief Justice of the Republic of South Africa with… Read more »
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 »