June 25, 2023
South Africa: Eskom Welcomes Decision On Minimum Emission Standards
Eskom has welcomed the decision by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment's National Air Quality Officer to grant the organisation a postponement in terms of the… Read more »
South Africa: Infrastructure Investment Critical for Success of AfCFTA
Deputy President Paul Mashatile says the success of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) depends on the investment in infrastructure in the areas of electricity… Read more »
June 23, 2023
South Africa: Fort Hare Council Called to Ensure Good Governance
Higher Education, Science and Innovation Minister, Dr Blade Nzimande, has called on the Fort Hare University Council to ensure that management upholds the principles of good… Read more »
South Africa: Well Wishes for Banyana Banyana for 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup
Banyana Banyana's presence at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup sends a powerful message that women can achieve anything they set their minds on, says Minister of Sport, Arts and… Read more »
June 22, 2023
Southern Africa: South Africa-Mozambique Electricity Agreement Welcomed
Cabinet has welcomed the signing of an agreement that will see Mozambique supply South Africa with 100 megawatts of electricity within the next three months upon the signing of the… Read more »
South Africa: Cabinet Congratulates Wheelchair Tennis Players, Comrades Marathon Winners
Cabinet has congratulated South African wheelchair tennis players Donald Ramphadi and Kgothatso Montjane, who emerged as Grand Slam champions in their respective divisions at the… Read more »
South Africa: Cabinet Approves Publication of Draft Marriage Bill
Cabinet has approved the publication of the Draft Marriage Bill of 2022 for public comment. Read more »
South Africa: Cabinet Salutes Firefighters Deployed in Canada
Cabinet has saluted the 400 South African firefighters deployed to Canada to assist in saving lives, homes, businesses and vegetation in the Canadian province of Alberta. Read more »
June 21, 2023
South Africa: 12 Vehicle Examiners to Appear in Limpopo Court for Fraud
Twelve examiners of vehicles and administration clerks are set to appear before the Polokwane Commercial Crimes Court in Limpopo on multiple counts of fraud related to the issuing… Read more »
South Africa: Komati Power Station Repurposing Forges Ahead
The Komati Power Station's transition from a coal fired station to a repurposed, multifaceted hub is well underway, with Eskom issuing a tender notice for a service provider to… Read more »
South Africa: Western Cape Water Supply System Reaches 90 Percent Capacity
The Western Cape Water Supply System (WCWSS), which comprises the six largest dams in the Western Cape, has hit 90% capacity. Read more »
South Africa: Plans in Place to Avoid 'Highly Improbable' Blackout
Chairman of the Management Committee National Rationalised Specifications (NRS) Association of South Africa, Vally Padayachee, says the country remains very distant from an… Read more »
South Africa: Govt Adopts Two-Step Approach to Digital Migration
Government has resolved to adopt a two-step approach in implementing the analogue switch-off as part of the Broadcast Digital Migration programme. Read more »
South Africa: SA Strengthens Efforts to End Aids Among Children By 2030
South Africa is sharpening up its HIV prevention efforts by focusing on pregnant and breastfeeding women, children and adolescents as part of the Global Alliance to End AIDS in… Read more »
South Africa: Climate Experts Urge SA to Prepare for Looming El Niño
South African climate experts have called on governments, businesses and communities to increase their awareness of the pending El Niño that is currently manifesting in the… Read more »
South Africa: Eskom, the Netherlands to Collaborate On Grootvlei Power Station Transition
State power utility Eskom says it has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with The Kingdom of Netherlands to collaborate in job creation, economic growth initiatives and improvement of… Read more »
South Africa: Skills Centre a Beacon of Hope for Ugu District Youth
The youth from Ugu District Municipality in the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, will no longer have to travel long distances to access the necessary tools and knowledge to succeed in… Read more »
South Africa: Government Brings Tourism Opportunities to Young People
The Department of Tourism in collaboration with the Department of Small Business Development and the Free State Department of Economic Development will host a community engagement… Read more »
South Africa: Health Dept's Maja Appears in Court Over Digital Vibes Tender Scandal
The National Department of Health says it has noted the media reports about one of its senior officials, Popo Maja, who appeared in court on Wednesday, 21 June. Read more »
South Africa: SA to Participate in the New Global Financing Pact Summit
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to attend and participate in the New Global Financing Pact Summit to be held in Paris, France, on 22 and 23 June 2023. Read more »
South Africa: SA's Top Tech Talent Invited to Apply for Brics 'Skills Olympics'
Applications for the 2023 BRICS Future Skills Challenge are now open. Read more »
South Africa: SA Sets Sights On Green Energy Opportunities With Netherlands, Denmark
President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed the enthusiasm of the Netherlands and Denmark in working with South Africa to strengthen economic relations, including exploring… Read more »
June 16, 2023
South Africa: Eskom, Trade Unions Sign 7% Salary Increase Agreement
Eskom and its recognised trade unions have signed a three-year wage agreement. Read more »
South Africa: Frustration At Delays in Poland
Warsaw, Poland: Head of the Presidential Protection Services (PPS), Major General Wally Rhoode, has expressed frustration over delays experienced by a contingent of specialised… Read more »
June 12, 2023
South Africa: No Evidence of Impending Sanctions Against South Africa - Magwenya
Presidential spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, has batted away suggestions that South Africa may be hit with international sanctions due to its non-aligned stance regarding the… Read more »