South Africa: Green Economy, Critical Mineral Endowments South Africa's Key to Prosperity

In a bid to accelerate economic growth and employment, government has its eyes firmly set on the green economy. Read more »

South Africa: President Ramaphosa to Chair National Water Crisis Committee

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the establishment of a National Water Crisis Committee, which he will personally chair. Read more »

South Africa: Cabinet Approves Plan to Drive Growth and Inclusion

President Cyril Ramaphosa in his State of the Nation Address (SONA) has announced that Cabinet has approved a comprehensive implementation plan to drive growth and inclusion in the… Read more »

South Africa: Government Takes Steps to Make High-Speed Rail a Reality

Government is pressing ahead with plans to introduce high-speed rail in South Africa, with proposed routes including Johannesburg to Musina and eThekwini to Johannesburg. Read more »

South Africa: Measures to Protect South Africa's Borders

Government has announced additional measures to strengthen South Africa's borders to curb illegal immigration and to protect the country's security, stability and economic… Read more »

South Africa: Foot-and-Mouth Disease Vaccination Drive Targets 14 Million Cattle

Government is set to vaccinate the national herd of at least 14 million cattle, as South Africa grapples with one of the worst outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) the country… Read more »

South Africa: Government Intensifies Oversight of Midrand Water Supply Interventions

The stabilisation of water supply in Gauteng remains a priority for government as it implements infrastructure upgrades, system balancing and accelerates investment in new storage… Read more »

South Africa: SONA 2026 - President Ramaphosa Charts the Way

The Cape Town City Hall stage is set, the final preparations are underway and the parliamentary gears are turning with one moment in sight: President Cyril Ramaphosa stepping up to… Read more »

South Africa: Guests, MPs Put Their Best Foot Forward

Guests and Members of Parliament have used the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) to tell a story far deeper than fabric and thread and instead used the occasion to tell a… Read more »

South Africa: Government to Push for Stronger Alcohol Legislation

Government will move to strengthen regulatory controls of alcohol in South Africa in a bid to reduce road accidents, crime and other social ills. Read more »

Africa: South Africa Charts Path of Unity, Growth and Reform

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on South Africans to draw on the country's deepest values and collective strength as it confronts challenges including crime and a worsening… Read more »

South Africa: Government Invests in Healthcare Infrastructure

Government will undertake a further step in preparation of the implementation of the National Health Insurance (NHI) by undertaking critical investment in health infrastructure. Read more »

South Africa: Joburg Working to Resolve Water Issues

City of Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero has moved to assure residents that the municipality is hard at work to resolve water supply challenges. Read more »

South Africa: 'We Are Turning the Corner' - President Ramaphosa Ahead of SONA 2026

President Cyril Ramaphosa says while many South Africans believe the country is turning the corner, government remains mindful of the "huge problems" that still need urgent… Read more »

South Africa: Parliament Ready for Landmark 2026 SONA

Parliament is gearing up for one of the most significant events on South Africa's democratic calendar as preparations gather pace for the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) -… Read more »

South Africa: Reflections Ahead of SONA 2026

As South Africans prepare to listen and watch the State of the Nation Address (SoNa) on 12 February 2026 at 7pm, the country does so at a time marked by positive developments which… Read more »

South Africa: Gauteng Establishes Operations Centre to Tackle Water Challenges

The Gauteng Provincial Government has established an Intergovernmental Relations (IGR) Water Operations Centre to facilitate and coordinate responses aimed at stabilising water… Read more »

South Africa: Minister Tau Emphasises Importance of Industrialisation

Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) Minister Parks Tau has emphasised the importance of investments that support industrialisation in South Africa. Read more »

South Africa: Dr Bauer Appointed to Serve On Fmd Ministerial Task Team

The Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, has appointed Dr Gary Bauer to formally represent the wildlife sector on the Ministerial Task Team overseeing South Africa's response… Read more »

South Africa: Home Conversations Key to GBVF Fight

South Africa will not defeat gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) unless families speak openly with their children and report abuse without fear, Justice and Constitutional… Read more »

South Africa: Communities Urged to Stop Shielding Criminals

Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has called on communities to support law enforcement and stop shielding criminals. Read more »

South Africa: Kimberley Welcomes Alaya On Peace Journey

A man who has embarked on a remarkable journey to walk the longest walkable route on Earth to promote peace across the world, arrived in Kimberley on Tuesday. Read more »

South Africa: Braille Signage Unveiled At Blaauwberg Nature Reserve

Visually impaired visitors will now be able to access and engage with coastal environmental information at the Blaauwberg Nature Reserve in Cape Town, following the unveiling of… Read more »

South Africa: Presidential Youth Employment Intervention Continues to Produce Results

The Presidential Youth Employment Intervention (PYEI) has facilitated nearly 295 000 earning opportunities for youth during the third quarter of this financial year. Read more »

South Africa: New Nelson Mandela Rules Academy Signals Shift Toward Humanised Corrections

Exactly 36 years after President Nelson Mandela walked out of prison and into the pages of history, President Cyril Ramaphosa returned to the very grounds where that decisive… Read more »