June 07, 2023
South Africa: Govt, Organised Business to Work Together to Tackle Eskom, Crime, Economic Crisis
The South African Government and organised business have agreed to urgently work together in partnership to remove obstacles to inclusive economic growth and job creation. Read more »
June 06, 2023
South Africa: SA's GDP Grows By 0.4 Percent in First Quarter
Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) announced on Tuesday that the country's gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 0.4% in the first quarter of 2023. Read more »
South Africa: Power Station Improvements Lead to Lower Load Shedding Stages
Eskom will implement Stage 3 load shedding this afternoon following further improvement in the power utility's power stations. Read more »
Africa: Heads of State Are Preparing for Peace Mission to Ukraine and Russia - Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa along with six African Heads of State will in the coming weeks travel to Ukraine and Russia on an African Peace Initiative concerning the war in Ukraine. Read more »
South Africa: Report Shows Decline in Drinking Water Quality
The 2023 Blue Drop Watch Report has revealed that there has been a deterioration in drinking water quality since the last blue drop report was done. Read more »
South Africa: Ninety Municipalities Ordered to Address Water Challenges
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has issued non-compliance notices to 90 municipalities instructing them to correct the shortcomings identified in the Green Drop… Read more »
South Africa: SA, Portugal Sign Agreement On Defence Cooperation
South Africa and Portugal have signed an Agreement on Defence Cooperation, which is expected to provide a legal framework for closer cooperation for the two countries. Read more »
South Africa: Prasa Chairperson Relieved of His Duties
The Ministry of Transport has announced that Leonard Ramatlakane has been relieved of his duties as a Board Member and Chairperson of the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa… Read more »
South Africa: Public Enterprises Director General Dismissed
The Director General of the Department of Public Enterprises, Kgathatso Tlhakudi, has been dismissed following an inquiry into a complaint laid against him with the Public Service… Read more »
South Africa: Eskom Responds to Allegations of Sabotage By Top Executive
State power utility Eskom says it remains committed to rooting out fraud and corruption within the utility. Read more »
June 02, 2023
Sudan: BRICS Ministers Reflect On Russia-Ukraine War, Sudan Conflict
The Foreign Affairs Ministers of the five-nation grouping, BRICS, on Thursday said they appreciate the proposals put forth for mediation aimed at a peaceful resolution of the… Read more »
June 04, 2023
South Africa: Ramaphosa to Host Portuguese President On a State Visit
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Tuesday host the President of the Portuguese Republic, Marcelo Rebelo De Sousa, on a State Visit to South Africa. Read more »
South Africa: Ramaphosa Sends Condolences to India Following Horrific Train Accident
On behalf of the Government and the people of South Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent a message of condolences to India following the train accident that claimed the lives… Read more »
South Africa: Health Department Warns of Rising Cases of Influenza
The Department of Health has alerted the public of an increasing circulation of influenza, also known as "flu", around the country since the beginning of May 2023. Read more »
June 02, 2023
South Africa: Phaahla Appoints Prof Taole Mokoena As New Health Ombud
Minister of Health, Dr Joe Phaahla, on Thursday announced the appointment of the new Health Ombudsman, Professor Taole Resetselemang Mokoena, effective from 1 June 2023. Read more »
South Africa: Former Eskom Employees, Industry Experts to Start Work At Power Stations to Ease Load Shedding
Minister in the Presidency responsible for Electricity, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, announced on Friday that technical experts supported by the Resource Mobilisation Fund (RMF) will be… Read more »
South Africa: SA Deploys Firefighters to Assist Canada
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment's Working on Fire programme is deploying a team of more than 200 firefighters and management to the Canadian province of… Read more »
June 01, 2023
South Africa: Self-Taught Cheesemaker Serves Exquisite Delicacies
The search for great tasting artisan cheese and healthy, non-processed food is growing in South Africa and Mahlatse Mailula (32) is among local food manufacturers who are meeting… Read more »
South Africa: Honouring the Youth By Taking Advantage of Government Opportunities
With the youth now facing new challenges, government interventions targeted at helping young people are making a difference in the lives of many. Read more »
South Africa: Revived Farm Scoops Presidential Award
When a State-leased family farm lay fallow after its subsistence farmer patriarch passed on, the entrepreneurial spirit of his daughter-in-law kicked-in, and she worked hard to… Read more »
South Africa: International Children's Day - Caring for Society's Most Vulnerable
In commemoration of International Children's Day, the Department of Social Development encourages all social partners, including parents, caregivers, civil society organisations… Read more »
South Africa: Govt to Complete Lifestyle Audits of SMS Members By 2024
In a bid to root out malfeasance in the public service, government plans to complete lifestyle audits of all members of the Senior Management Service (SMS) by early 2024. Read more »
South Africa: Schools Urged to Play a Role in Reporting Child Abuse
The Department of Basic Education (DBE) encourages teachers to play a proactive role in identifying and supporting children who raise reasonable suspicion of sexual abuse, as part… Read more »
South Africa: Farmer Finds Treasure in Sunflowers
With government support having helped to propel his farming venture, a Limpopo farmer is now using his knowledge to inspire young people to pursue successful careers in farming. Read more »
South Africa: Measures Announced to Fix Water Pollution in Hammanskraal
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) and the City of Tshwane have announced measures that will resolve the pollution of water sources in the Rooiwal wastewater treatment… Read more »