October 26, 2022
South Africa: Nxesi Says 7.5% Average Increase 'Still Available'
Acting Public Service and Administration Minister, Thulas Nxesi, says the final offer of an average of 7.5% by government remains available and has not been withdrawn, as it has… Read more »
October 25, 2022
South Africa: Finance Minister to Table Much-Awaited Medium Term Budget
Economists have called for today's Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) to focus on strengthening the country's debt containment efforts. Read more »
South Africa: SA to Hosts Peace Talks to End the Conflict in the Tigray Region
President Cyril Ramaphosa is honoured that the Government of the Republic of South Africa has been requested to host the African Union (AU) led peace talks between the Government… Read more »
South Africa: Council for Geoscience Has a Major Role to Play
Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, Gwede Mantashe, says the Council for Geoscience (CGS) has a critical role to play not only in the future of mining in South Africa but… Read more »
October 24, 2022
South Africa: Authority Commits to Continue Implementing State Capture Report Recommendations
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) says it is ready to "support and implement" the measures set out by President Cyril Ramaphosa when he laid out government's plans on the… Read more »
South Africa: Government Making Headway in Uprooting Corruption At DLTCs
Transport Minister, Fikile Mbalula, says government is making headway in uprooting malfeasance and corruption at driving licence testing centres (DLTC). Read more »
South Africa: KZN Premier Unveils Bold Plans to Advance Digital Economy
As the economy of KwaZulu-Natal recovers post COVID-19, the civil unrest and flood disasters, Premier Nomusa Dube-Ncube has unveiled an ambitious plan for the province to emerge… Read more »
South Africa: SA Should Invest in Innovative Technology to Defend Borders
The Joint Standing Committee on Defence has emphasised the significance of investing more in innovative technological interventions as force multipliers to enhance the work of the… Read more »
October 25, 2022
South Africa: Land Bank, Dalrrd Relaunch Blended Finance Scheme
The Land Bank, in partnership with the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD), has relaunched the Blended Finance Scheme to assist historically… Read more »
October 24, 2022
South Africa: President Wishes Hindu Community a Happy Diwali
President Cyril Ramaphosa has wished the Hindu community of South Africa a very happy and joyous Diwali. Read more »
October 23, 2022
South Africa: Cabinet Responds to State Capture Report Recommendations
The submission of Cabinet's response to the recommendations of the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Allegations of State Capture, Corruption and Fraud in the Public Sector is a… Read more »
October 21, 2022
South Africa: Leanne Jackson Appointed Chief Ombud
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has appointed Leanne Jackson as the Chief Ombud of the Ombud Council. Read more »
South Africa: SA Will Resolve Energy Challenges, Says President Ramaphosa
South Africa will resolve its electricity challenges, says President Cyril Ramaphosa. Read more »
October 20, 2022
South Africa: President's Saudi Arabia Working Visit a Success
Cabinet has welcomed President Cyril Ramaphosa's recent successful working visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Read more »
Africa: AU Decentralisation Charter Approved for Submission to Parliament
Cabinet has approved the submission to Parliament of the AU Charter on the Values and Principles of Decentralisation, Local Governance and Local Development for ratification. Read more »
South Africa: Cabinet Endorses Withdrawal of 2022 Ministerial Handbook Amendments
Cabinet has endorsed the announcement made by The Presidency to withdraw the amendments made to the Guide for Members of the Executive for 2022. Read more »
South Africa: Number of Hospitals Excluded From Load Shedding Increase to 72
The number of hospitals excluded from load shedding across the country has now increased from 37 to 72 since the last public announcement by Health Minister, Dr Joe Phaahla, in… Read more »
South Africa: Cabinet Welcomes Efforts to Clear Transnet Backlogs
Cabinet has welcomed the commitment by Transnet to focus on clearing backlogs that occurred across the port and rail system during the recent industrial action. Read more »
South Africa: Cabinet Sends Well Wishes to Class of 2022
With the 2022 National Senior Certificate examinations set to begin at the end of the month, Cabinet has urged parents and guardians to play their part by encouraging and… Read more »
South Africa: Cabinet Approves Framework to Professionalise Public Service
Cabinet has approved the National Implementation Framework towards the Professionalisation of the Public Service, says Minister in the Presidency, Mondli Gungubele. Read more »
South Africa: Public Urged to Use Water Sparingly
Cabinet has urged the public to continue adhering to water restrictions and play their part by using the scarce resource sparingly. Read more »
South Africa: Government Pays Tribute to Father Albert Nolan
Government has sent its deepest condolences to the family of anti-apartheid activist and internationally renowned theologian, Father Albert Nolan, who passed away peacefully in his… Read more »
October 19, 2022
South Africa: Sassa Advises Beneficiaries to Keep Verifying Contact Details to Avoid Scammers
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) in Mpumalanga is advising R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant beneficiaries to keep on verifying their contact details, to… Read more »
South Africa: CPI Drops to 7.5%
The annual consumer price inflation (CPI) marginally dipped to 7.5% in September 2022. Read more »
South Africa: Eskom to Implement Stage 3 Load Shedding
While load shedding was reduced from Stage 4 to Stage 2 until 5am this morning, Stage 3 load shedding will kick in this afternoon. Read more »