South Africa: SARS Refutes Hacking Claim

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has refuted claims that it suffered a breach of its systems. Read more »

Africa: Africa Urged to Strengthen Space Governance for Global Space Economy Participation

Africa's meaningful participation in the rapidly expanding global space economy will depend not only on technological advancement, but also on strengthening the continent's legal,… Read more »

South Africa: Steenhuisen Calls for Urgent Climate Resilience in Agriculture

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen says resilience is no longer an abstract concept for agriculture but an "operational necessity" as climate change, failing logistics… Read more »

South Africa: Chikunga to Launch 1956 Women's March Commemoration

Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, will on Friday, 29 May, officially launch the 70 Years Commemoration of the 1956… Read more »

South Africa: Meth Corrects Misinformation Regarding UIF Online Claims Platform

Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has reassured workers and beneficiaries that no Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) applications have been lost following the… Read more »

South Africa: Tau Visits Biovac Facility

Africa is increasingly becoming a producer, innovator, and strategic partner in global healthcare manufacturing, says Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau. Read more »

Africa: Manamela Secures Business Backing for South Africa's Skills Revolution

The Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela, has secured commitments from private sector leaders to partner with government in advancing South Africa's skills… Read more »

South Africa: Tourism Sustains Jobs, Drives International Arrivals

Tourism Minister Patricial de Lille says tourism sustained 954,000 direct jobs in the economy in 2024, meaning tourism now supports 1 in every 18 jobs in South Africa and for every… Read more »

South Africa: DTIC Dismantles Barriers to Inclusive Growth

The Chief Director of Transformation and Competition at the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), Takalani Tambani, says the department will continue to… Read more »

South Africa: Morolong Successfully Concludes School Shoes Donation Drive in the North West

Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Kenny Morolong, has successfully concluded his philanthropic school shoe donation drive at four schools in the Greater Taung Local Municipality,… Read more »

South Africa: Police Arrest 142 Following Looting and Public Violence in Mangaung

Free State police have arrested 142 people following incidents of looting, public violence and damage to property in several areas of Mangaung. Read more »

South Africa: Authorities Crack Down On Pretoria Weight Loss Production Pharmacy

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) and the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) have ramped up a nationwide crackdown on the illegal manufacturing and… Read more »

South Africa: Govt Calls Urgent Meeting on Anti-Immigrant Protests

The Justice, Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS) Ministers will on Monday convene an urgent meeting to discuss the rising protests on immigration and illegal foreigners in the… Read more »

Africa: South Africa Joins Efforts to Combat Ebola Outbreak

South Africa has pledged an initial $5 million contribution to support a $319 million continental preparedness and response plan, as Africa mobilises to combat its second-largest… Read more »

South Africa: Western Cape Holds Public Consultations On Eviction Law Amendments

Communities in the Western Cape will have a chance to make their voices heard on the Prevention of Illegal Eviction from and Unlawful Occupation of Land (PIE) Amendment Bill. Read more »

Southern Africa: SADC Pushes for Regional Self-Reliance Amid Energy, Debt and Migration Pressures

Southern African Development Community (SADC) leaders have called for greater regional self-reliance, collective investment and deeper economic integration as the region confronts… Read more »

Southern Africa: Lamola Champions Bold Collective Action At SADC Foreign Ministers Retreat

International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola says the future of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) will be determined by the region's ability to… Read more »

South Africa: Call to Vaccinate As 3.5 Million FMD Vaccine Doses Arrive

With the arrival of the first batch of a 3.5 million-dose consignment of Biogénesis Bagó Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccines, Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen… Read more »

Southern Africa: SADC Sets Regional Roadmap for Resilience Amid Global Geopolitical Shocks

Southern African Development Community (SADC) Foreign Ministers have committed to a coordinated regional response aimed at strengthening economic resilience and shielding member… Read more »

South Africa: South Africa Pushes for People-Centred Biodiversity Action Ahead of COP17

South Africa has concluded its National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) Consultative Conference with renewed calls for inclusive, community-driven biodiversity… Read more »

South Africa: SanParks Tightens Security After Tourists Found Dead in Kruger National Park

South African National Parks has announced plans to strengthen security measures in isolated areas of the Kruger National Park following the tragic discovery of two tourists who… Read more »

South Africa: Western Cape Pushes Ahead With Recovery Efforts Following Severe Weather

Recovery and mop-up operations are continuing across the Western Cape following severe weather incidents that caused widespread damage to infrastructure, disrupted electricity… Read more »

South Africa: Public Comment On Whistleblowers Bill Closed, Parly Public Process to Follow

The opportunity for public comments on the Protected Disclosures Bill will not be extended with the window to do so having closed last week, the Department of Justice and… Read more »

South Africa: Parliament Marks 30 Years of the Constitution

National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza has hailed South Africa's Constitution as the foundation of the country's democratic success, while urging citizens and leaders to confront… Read more »

South Africa: SA Works to Strengthen Local Government

Local government, which is at the coalface of service delivery, has for many years faced challenges that many would deem insurmountable, writes Neo Semono. Read more »