December 01
South Africa: Law Enforcement Authorities Remove 264 Unroadworthy Taxis in Pretoria
The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has vowed to intensify road safety operations across the country this festive season. Read more »
South Africa: President Notes Settlement Agreement With Solidarity On BELA Act
President Cyril Ramaphosa has noted the settlement agreement between the Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube and the Solidarity union on the Basic Education Laws Amendment… Read more »
South Africa: President Pays Tribute to MTN
President Cyril Ramaphosa has paid tribute to telecommunications provider MTN for transforming the lives of millions of people in the country and across the continent of Africa. Read more »
November 29
South Africa: SA, Nigeria to Host a Business Roundtable
The South African government and Nigeria will on Tuesday host a business roundtable in Cape Town. Read more »
South Africa: Government Working On Reforms to Help Improve Energy Security, Lower Electricity Costs
President Cyril Ramaphosa says government has embarked on far-reaching reforms in the electricity sector to help improve the country's energy security and lower electricity costs. Read more »
South Africa: Take Advantage of the African Trade Initiatives - President
President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged South African companies to take advantage of the African Continental Free Trade initiatives. Read more »
South Africa: SAPS Recognises Work of Men and Women in Blue
The South African Police Service (SAPS) is observing this year's 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children by highlighting the work of its men and women in… Read more »
South Africa: Dam Owners Called to Register Their Dams Within 60 Days
The Department of Water and Sanitation has called on unregistered dam owners across the country to register their dams in order to ensure dam safety compliance, as required by law. Read more »
South Africa: Brazilian Drug Mule Arrested At or Tambo International Airport
A 44-year-old female Brazilian drug mule has been arrested at OR Tambo International Airport. Read more »
November 28
South Africa: 1,000 Spaza Shops, Supermarkets and Warehouses Closed Down - President
President Cyril Ramaphosa says more than 1 000 spaza shops, supermarkets and warehouses have been closed since he announced a range of measures to prevent further incidents… Read more »
South Africa: Digital Home Affairs Has the Potential to Revolutionise Government
Home Affairs Minister Dr Leon Schreiber says the successful implementation of Home Affairs' digital vision has the potential to revolutionise government in South Africa. Read more »
South Africa: Former Home Affairs Official Convicted for Corruption
The Pretoria Specialised Commercial Crimes Court on Wednesday convicted Phanuel Mokomo, a former adjudicator at the permit section of the Department of Home Affairs, on one count… Read more »
South Africa: Have Your Say On the Draft Biodiversity Management Plan
The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dion George, has published the draft Biodiversity Management Plan (BMP) for Pelargonium Sidoides in South Africa in the… Read more »
South Africa: Government Welcomes Improvement in Audit Outcomes By Ag
Government has welcomed the latest national and provincial audit outcomes from the Auditor-General (AG) of South Africa which reveal a remarkable leap in the number of clean audits… Read more »
South Africa: SA to Advocate for Transformative Policies During G20 Presidency
Government considers South Africa's Group of Twenty (G20) Presidency as an opportunity for the continent to address longstanding inequities, and to champion transformative policies… Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa to Launch South Africa's G20 Presidency
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Monday brief the media on South Africa's Group of Twenty (G20) Presidency at the Media Centre, Union Buildings, in Tshwane. Read more »
South Africa: Eskom Issues Disconnection Notice for Services to Free State Municipality
Eskom has announced the publication of a disconnection notice for bulk electricity supply to Tokologo Local Municipality in the Free State due to an unpaid debt of R300 million. Read more »
South Africa: Ethekwini Municipality Launches Compliance Campaign for Spaza Shops
In response to the rising public health concerns and recent fatalities linked to contaminated food, eThekwini Municipality's Health Unit is set to implement a comprehensive… Read more »
South Africa: Health Department Launches App Dedicated to Youth Health Services
The Department of Health is reactivating the B-Wise platform by launching a new progressive app designed to provide adolescent and youth-friendly health services (AYFHS) and… Read more »
South Africa: Dpci Welcomes Conviction of Former Collins Chabane Municipality CFO
The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation has welcomed the conviction of Eadie Makamu, the former Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Collins Chabane Municipality, in… Read more »
South Africa: Project to Restore Ethekwini's Hijacked Buildings
KwaZulu-Natal Public Works and Infrastructure MEC, Martin Meyer, has officiated the sod turning ceremony of the multi-million rand inner city building project which will turn the… Read more »
South Africa: SA Welcomes Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire
The South African government has welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon, effective Wednesday, 27 November 2024. Read more »
South Africa: Deputy President Mashatile to Deliver Valedictory Address At the Annual Cape Town Conversation
Deputy President Paul Mashatile will deliver a valedictory address this afternoon at the 2nd Cape Town Conversation, which is taking place at the Lord Charles Hotel in Somerset… Read more »
South Africa: Committee Welcomes Purchasing of New Police Cars
The Gauteng Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has commended the provincial government for its decisive intervention in procuring 209 new police… Read more »
November 27
South Africa: Minister Commends 'Smooth and Credible' Matric Exams
Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube has expressed her gratitude to the people involved in the delivery of successful 2024 National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations. Read more »