South Africa: Call for Calm Amid Accommodation Situation At Higher Learning Institutions

The Portfolio Committee on Higher Education has raised concern over the ongoing accommodation crisis at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) and the Nelson Mandela… Read more »

South Africa: 'We Won't Backdown' - Kubayi On War Against Corruption

The South African government will continue to stand resolute, refusing to flinch or retreat in the war against corruption. Read more »

South Africa: Lamola Speaks On Deployment of South Africa Troops to the DR Congo

International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Ronald Lamola, has dismissed the proposal to withdraw South African soldiers from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), stating… Read more »

South Africa: National Treasury Calls On Investors to Join Global Investor Call

The National Treasury has encouraged investors interested in participating in the upcoming Global Investor Call (GIC) after the tabling of the budget, to submit their questions… Read more »

South Africa: Over 90 Communities to Benefit From Lubisi Water Project

Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina has officially handed over the Lubisi Water Treatment Works in the Chris Hani District Municipality, in the Eastern Cape. Read more »

South Africa: Manhunt Launched for Escaped Pollsmoor Inmate

The Department of Correctional Services has launched a manhunt for an inmate who escaped from the Pollsmoor Correctional Centre in the Western Cape. Read more »

South Africa: Tributes Continue to Pour in for Nuclear Scientist Senamile Masango

Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, says the late Senamile Masango, was a beacon of hope and inspiration to… Read more »

South Africa: Minister Welcomes SIU Head's Re-Election to Global Anti-Corruption Association

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has congratulated Head of the Special Investigating Unit, Advocate Andy Mothibi on his re-election to the… Read more »

South Africa: Nzimande Mourns Passing of SA's Most Distinguished Young Scientist

The Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande, has joined the Presidency in mourning the passing of Senamile Masango, one of the country's most… Read more »

South Africa: Gauteng's First MitraClip Implants a 'Gamechanger' for Heart Valve Treatment

The Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital (CMJAH) has performed the first successful MitraClip implants on three State-funded patients in the province. Read more »

South Africa: Tributes Pour in for Nuclear Scientist Senamile Masango

The Chairperson of the Human Resource Development Council (HRDC), Deputy President Paul Mashatile, has described the late pioneering nuclear scientist, Senamile Masango, as someone… Read more »

South Africa: Residents Urged to Handle Waste Disposal Wisely

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) has called on residents and businesses to exercise caution and follow protocols for the safe handling and disposal of all types of waste,… Read more »

South Africa: Completion of Dome Structure for National Assembly Sittings Welcomed

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has welcomed the completion of a dome structure for National Assembly sittings ahead of the replies to the State of the… Read more »

South Africa: Govt Commits to 'Finding Diplomatic Solutions' After Trump's Executive Order

The South African government says it remains committed to finding diplomatic solutions to any misunderstandings or disputes arising from the recently promulgated Expropriation Act… Read more »

Africa: Mashatile Applauds South Africa's Leading Citizens At Ubuntu Awards

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has praised the winners of the annual Ubuntu Awards as a source of inspiration for active citizenry. Read more »

Namibia: Condolences for Namibia Following Passing of Former President Nujoma

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his condolences to the people and government of Namibia following the passing of former President Dr Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma. Read more »

South Africa: SONA in Numbers - 2025

14 South African soldiers died as part of a mission to bring peace to the Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. Read more »

South Africa: Public Works Welcomes SONA Commitments

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has welcomed President Cyril Ramaphosa's State of the Nation Address (SONA) delivered on Thursday night. Read more »

South Africa: All Eyes On President Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa will tonight outline the roadmap for the country for the year ahead, as he takes to the Parliamentary podium to deliver the State of the Nation Address… Read more »

South Africa: National Flag to Be Flown At Half-Mast for 14 Fallen Soldiers

In a solemn moment during the State of the Nation Address (SONA), President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday evening, led the nation in mourning the tragic loss of 14 South African… Read more »

South Africa: Ministers Welcome President's Focus On Economic Growth, Job Creation

Government Ministers have thrown their weight behind President Cyril Ramaphosa's State of the Nation Address (SONA), which focused on economic growth, job creation, infrastructure… Read more »

South Africa: Government Takes Steps to Resolve Water Crisis

Government has undertaken a series of decisive actions to resolve the water crisis, to enable citizens to get water in the areas they live. Read more »

South Africa: New Wave of Reforms to Propel SA Economy

Over the next year, government will unleash a second wave of reforms aimed at unlocking the potential of South Africa's economy. Read more »

South Africa: Government Puts Shoulder to the Wheel to Build a Thriving Economy

Growing the economy and job creation are at the top of the seventh administration's agenda, President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Thursday. Read more »

South Africa: G20 Provides Opportunity to Drive Developmental Agenda

South Africa's Presidency of the Group of 20 (G20) presents a unique opportunity not only for the country itself, but also for the African continent and the Global South to foster… Read more »