August 31, 2023
South Africa: Johannesburg Fire Survivors to Be Housed in City Buildings
Survivors of a fire that engulfed a Johannesburg building in the early hours of the morning, are to be placed in alternative accommodation in nearby buildings. Read more »
South Africa: President Mourns Loss of Lives in Fire Tragedy
President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his deep sadness at the significant loss of life inflicted by a fire in a residential building in Marshalltown, Johannesburg. Read more »
August 30, 2023
South Africa: Country Records More Than 4 Million Tourist Arrivals in First Half of 2023
South Africa's tourism sector continues to show strong recovery with the first half of 2023 recording more than four million tourist arrivals. Read more »
August 29, 2023
South Africa: Boys and Men Key in Fighting GBVF
South Africa's men and boys are a crucial part of combatting the scourge of violence against women and girls. Read more »
South Sudan: Deputy President Mashatile Arrives in South Sudan
Deputy President Paul Mashatile arrived in Juba on Monday to assess the latest developments in the implementation of the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in the… Read more »
South Africa: Industry Involvement Needed in TVET Curriculum Review Process
Higher Education and Training Minister, Dr Blade Nzimande, has underscored the need for additional industry involvement in the Technical and Vocational Education and Training… Read more »
August 28, 2023
South Africa: Brics, Africa CDC Commit to Work With Business On Future Pandemics
The Ministry of Health, the Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), Africa Health Business and the South African chapter of the BRICS Business Council… Read more »
South Africa: Prasa Spends R2.1 Billion On Rail Infrastructure in Gauteng
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has spent R2.1 billion in recovering the rail infrastructure in Gauteng to date. Read more »
South Africa: Use Force Proportional to Threat, Police Minister Tells Officers
Police Minister, General Bheki Cele, has called on police officers across the country to be the first to act when they have to use "force proportional to the threat". Read more »
August 27, 2023
South Africa: Agreements Will Aid Energy Solutions - Minister
Minister in the Presidency for Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has emphasised that the agreements signed in the past week with Chinese state owned entities and the donation… Read more »
South Africa: Deputy President Undertakes Official Visit to South Sudan
Deputy President Paul Mashatile, in his capacity as a Special Envoy to South Sudan, will undertake an official visit to the Republic of South Sudan from 28 to 31 August 2023. Read more »
August 25, 2023
South Africa: Case Against Enyobeni Tavern Owners to Resume in October
The case against owners of the infamous Enyobeni Tavern is expected to continue at the East London Regional Court in October for the beginning of the defence. Read more »
August 24, 2023
South Africa: Expanded Brics Expected to Have a Firmer Say On International Agenda
With its large footprint in combined population size and strong world Gross Domestic Product, the BRICS group of countries is expected to shape the international agenda in the… Read more »
Egypt: Egypt Appreciative of Brics Membership
Egypt, the new kid in the Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) family has expressed appreciation in becoming a member of the family. Read more »
August 23, 2023
South Africa: Decision on Expansion of Brics Group is Imminent - Ramaphosa
A decision on the much-speculated possible expansion of the Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) group of countries is imminent. Read more »
South Africa: Young People Call for Establishment of Brics Youth Council
Making their voices heard at the 15th BRICS Summit, young people across the member states have called for the establishment of a BRICS Youth Council. Read more »
South Africa: Innovation Key to Thriving in a Changing World, Says Minister Patel
Business as usual is no longer an option, and the ability to innovate and adapt in a world characterised by volatility and fractiousness is the key to thriving, says Trade,… Read more »
South Africa: Government Pays Tribute to Veteran Journalist, Derek Watts
Government has sent condolences on the passing of one of the nation's most esteemed and respected journalists, Derek Watts. Read more »
South Africa: Chinese Donation to Aid in Load Shedding
At least 500 public facilities around the country are set to benefit from a donation from China which will allow them to have uninterrupted alternative power supply and shield them… Read more »
South Africa: Creecy Lobbies for Funding of Environmental Challenges #AfricaClimateHope
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Barbara Creecy has called on developed countries to meet their commitments to fund the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund, which… Read more »
August 22, 2023
Africa: South Africa's Ramaphosa Calls for Investment in Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on the business community to invest in the continent and identify solutions to the rapid economic, technological and social changes underway. Read more »
South Africa: Country Charts Energy Growth Path With China
South Africa aims to enhance its energy collaboration with China, focusing on aligning the two countries' shared dedication to environmentally friendly, low-carbon and… Read more »
Africa: Russia Willing to Cooperate in Developing Africa - Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin says his country is willing to cooperate in the development of the African continent. Read more »
South Africa: Developing and Brics Economies Have Opportunity to Forge New Paths - Leaders
Mutual cooperation and trust are the key pillars that will thrust the BRICS group of countries as well as the global south towards development and economic growth. Read more »
Africa: Next Wave of Global Economic Growth Will Come From Africa - Brics Business Council South African Chair
The next wave of global growth will emerge from Africa, as the continent rises as a bigger player in emerging markets. Read more »