November 07, 2023
South Africa: Over 7 400 Malaria Cases Recorded, 17% Locally Acquired
South Africa has recorded over 7 400 malaria cases between January and October this year, with only 17% of these having been locally acquired. Read more »
South Africa: Govt Delegation Attends in Africa Sanitation Conference
Water and Sanitation Minister Senzo Mchunu is leading a department delegation to the 7th Africa Sanitation (AfricaSan) Conference in Swakopmund, Namibia. Read more »
November 06, 2023
South Africa: Govt Recalls All Diplomats From Israel for Consultation
Cabinet has decided to recall all South African diplomats from Tel Aviv for consultation. Read more »
South Africa: Mashatile Commits to Deepen Trade With China, Increase Value-Added Products
Deputy President Paul Mashatile says South Africa will continue to explore various avenues of strengthening and deepening long-standing economic, trade and people-to-people… Read more »
Africa: AGOA Benefits Extend Beyond Trade
Economies in Sub-Saharan countries stand to benefit far more from the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) than notable trade statistics, says President Cyril Ramaphosa. Read more »
South Africa: Govt Calls On Israel to Protect Civilians and Fast-Track Repatriation
The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has once again called on Israel to adhere to its obligations under international law and protect civilians as… Read more »
November 04, 2023
South Africa: Fire Leaves 250 People Homeless
Over 200 people have been left homeless after a fire broke out at the Plastic View informal settlement, the City of Tshwane's Emergency Services Department said. Read more »
Africa: U.S. Reiterates Commitment to Strengthen Relations With Africa
United States of America Trade Representative, Katherine Tai, has reiterated her country's commitment to strengthen the U.S.-Africa trade and investment relationship to deliver… Read more »
South Africa: Electricity Minister to Embark On Eskom Power Station Visits
Minister in the Presidency responsible for Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, is expected to embark on a series of follow-up visits to Eskom power stations. Read more »
South Africa: Patel Supports Call for Reauthorisation of AGOA
Trade, Industry and Competition Minister, Ebrahim Patel, has thrown his weight behind the reauthorisation of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) as swiftly as possible… Read more »
November 03, 2023
South Africa: Voter Registration Weekend - Home Affairs Extends Operating Hours for ID, Passport Collections
The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) is extending operating hours ahead of the voter registration weekend to allow for the collection of IDs and passports. Read more »
South Africa: AGOA an Opportunity to Elevate Labour Standards and Social Justice Issues
The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Forum creates a significant opportunity to elevate issues associated with labour standards and social justice. Read more »
November 02, 2023
South Africa: My Leadership Lessons From the 2023 Rugby World Cup Finals
First, I must declare that I am not much into the sport of rugby. In fact, I don't understand half the rules of the game. Having watched it since the last success by the team, I… Read more »
South Africa: Malaria Season - Travellers Warned to Take Precautions
The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) is urging people travelling to malaria-endemic areas to take the appropriate precautions this summer. Read more »
South Africa: Ramaphosa Welcomes World Champion Rugby Players to Union Buildings
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the 2023 Rugby World Cup (RWC) win has demonstrated the power of transformation. Read more »
South Africa: Government Recognises Media's Role in Advancing Democracy
The South African government has joined calls for the protection of journalists' rights, particularly during a time when South Africa is preparing for national elections. Read more »
South Africa: Springboks Win Symbolises Unity - Sport Minister
Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Zizi Kodwa says the significance of the Springboks' 2023 Rugby World Cup (RWC) win extends beyond the rugby field; it symbolises unity and… Read more »
South Africa: AGOA Trade and Economic Cooperation Forum
Growing business, trade and investment ties between sub-Saharan African nations that are part of the Africa Growth and Opportunity Act and the United States (US) holds enormous… Read more »
South Africa: SARS Welcomes MTBPS Revenue Revision
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has welcomed the tabling of the Medium Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS), despite the statement's downward revision of revenue… Read more »
South Africa: Measures in Place to Ensure Safe and Secure Agoa
The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NatJOINTS) has put measures in place to ensure the 20th African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Forum takes place in a… Read more »
November 01, 2023
South Africa: Fiscal Consolidation Needed to Ensure Good Financial Health #MTBPS2023
Government will adopt a "prudent fiscal stance" which will aim to balance spurring economic growth, supporting society's most vulnerable groups, stabilising public finances and… Read more »
South Africa: State-Owned Enterprises' Financial Health Remains 'Poor' #MTBPS2023
The Medium Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) has revealed how South Africa's weak growth combined with arduous debt repayment obligations and other factors continue to affect… Read more »
South Africa: Reforms Can Enhance GDP #MTBPS2023
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says the Medium Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) prioritises reforms aimed at enhancing the growth of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Read more »
South Africa: Govt Forges Ahead With Restructuring the State #MTBPS2023
Work is underway to reconfigure the structure and size of the State as part of government's efforts to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of public spending. Read more »
South Africa: Govt Addressing Deficiencies That Led to Grey Listing #MTBPS2023
Government is working hard to address deficiencies in the fight against organised crime and illegal financial flows, says Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana. Read more »