August 18
Africa: Progress Made in China-Africa Trade
With trade between China and Africa reaching a record high of $282.1 billion last year, China's Ambassador to South Africa Wu Peng has highlighted the effects of enhancing… Read more »
August 19
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Mourns Passing of Prof Muxe Nkondo
President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent his deep condolences to the family, friends and associates, nationally and internationally, of the late Prof Muxe Nkondo, who passed away in the… Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa to Attend Farewell Dinner in Honour of Chief Justice Zondo
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Tuesday attend a farewell dinner held in tribute to Chief Justice Raymond Zondo, who is retiring at the end of August 2024. Read more »
South Africa: Mpox Is Under Control - Department of Health
The Department of Health has assured South Africans that the current Mpox outbreak remains under control. Read more »
August 18
South Africa: Minister to Buthelezi to Hand Over Title Deeds to Etwatwa Community
Public Service and Administration Minister, Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi, is expected to visit service delivery sites and hand over title deeds to residents of Etwatwa in the Ekurhuleni… Read more »
South Africa: Mpumalanga Police Make Headway in the Fight Against Crime
Mpumalanga's Acting Police Commissioner, Major General Zeph Mkhwanazi, has expressed delight at a breakthrough made in the fight against cash-in-transit robberies that led to the… Read more »
South Africa: Government Outlines Further Plans to Commemorate Women's Month
Government departments will continue to host a variety of activities to commemorate Women's Month. Read more »
South Africa: A Good Day At the Office for South African Sport
It has been a good weekend for South African sport. Read more »
South Africa: Department Ends Participation of CWP Workers Who Receive Old Age Grants
The Department of Cooperative Governance (DCOG) has announced its decision to end the participation of Community Work Programme workers who also receive old age grants so as to… Read more »
August 17
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Appoints Minister Motshekga As Acting President
Defence and Military Veterans Minister, Angie Motshekga, has been appointed as South Africa's Acting President. Read more »
Southern Africa: President Ramaphosa Arrives in Zimbabwe for Ordinary SADC Summit
President Cyril Ramaphosa has arrived in Harare, in the Republic of Zimbabwe to attend the 44th Ordinary Summit of the Southern African Community (SADC) Heads of State and… Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Signs Electricity Regulation Amendment Act Into Law
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the Electricity Regulation Amendment Act which sets out far-reaching reforms of the country's electricity sector, including the… Read more »
August 18
South Africa: Home Affairs Finalises Deportation of Libyan Nationals
The Department of Home Affairs says it has concluded its preparations to deport the 95 Libyan nationals who were arrested in White River, Mpumalanga, last month. Read more »
Africa: President Ramaphosa Raises Concern Over Rise of Mpox in AU Region
President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed deep concern about the rapid spread of Mpox across the African Union (AU) region, as both cases and deaths continue to surge, reflecting a… Read more »
Southern Africa: SADC Ordinary Summit Expresses Concern Over Attacks On Civilians in Palestine
The 44th Ordinary Summit of the Southern African Community (SADC) Heads of State and Government has noted with concern, the ongoing attacks on civilians in Palestine. Read more »
South Africa: Load Shedding Suspension Continues
Load shedding remains suspended, with Eskom providing uninterrupted power supply for over 142 consecutive days since 26 March 2024, including over 108 days of constant supply… Read more »
August 16
South Africa: BMA Commissioner to Visit Port of Cape Town
The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, will undertake a monitoring and evaluation visit to the Port of Cape Town. Read more »
South Africa: Justice Department Forges Ahead With Plans to Extradite Bushiri and Gupta Brothers
Justice and Constitutional Development Minister, Thembi Simelane, announced on Friday that the department is actively addressing Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters and… Read more »
South Africa: Women Still Face Barriers in Accessing Land
The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) has recommended that the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development takes the lead in ensuring the introduction of… Read more »
South Africa: Nuclear Power Procurement Ministerial Determination Withdrawn
Minister of Energy and Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has announced that the Ministerial Determination for the procurement of 2 500MW of nuclear energy, has been withdrawn. Read more »
South Africa: Investigating Directorate Bolsters Fight Against Corruption
Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Thembi Simelane, says the operationalisation and establishment of the Investigating Directorate against Corruption (IDAC) -… Read more »
South Africa: Govt 'Addressing' Marikana Murder Claims 12 Years Later
Justice and Constitutional Development Minister, Thembi Simelane, says government remains dedicated to addressing claims arising from the Marikana tragedy. Read more »
South Africa: Justice Dept Works to Restore Integrity of State Attorney and Master's Offices
The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is implementing a "robust" turnaround strategy for the Office of the State Attorney, following allegations of fraud,… Read more »
South Africa: Prasa Terminates Employment of Zolani Matthews
The Board of Control (BOC) of the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has announced the termination of Zolani Matthews's employment with immediate effect. Read more »
South Africa: Justice Maya 'Equal to the Task' At Concourt, Says Minister Simelane
Chief Justice designate, Mandisa Maya is "capable" and equal to the task of heading South Africa's apex court - the Constitutional Court. Read more »