South Africa: Simelane Commits to Support Free State in Delivering Housing Units

Human Settlements Minister, Thembi Simelane, has pledged to support the Free State Province in its efforts to meet the 2024-2029 target to deliver housing units to qualifying… Read more »

South Africa: Police Rescue Kidnapped Pakistani Businessman

Police rescued a 55-year-old Pakistani businessman and arrested four kidnappers in different locations in Gauteng on Thursday, following an intelligence-led operation. Read more »

South Africa: SA's Narrative Therapist Nominated for Women Changing the World Awards

South Africa's world-renowned Narrative Therapist and Psychosocial Specialist, Ncazelo Mlilo, has been nominated in the prestigious Women Changing the World Awards. Read more »

South Africa: New Fleet to Aid Nelson Mandela Bay Waste Collection Efforts

In a move to enhance waste management services, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has unveiled seven advanced waste collection trucks, which is an investment in the city's public… Read more »

South Africa: Roundtable Thrashes Out Job Creation Measures

Strengthening collaboration between government and private sector is crucial for driving economic growth and creating sustainable employment, said the Department of Employment and… Read more »

South Africa: North West Takes Steps to Tackle Unemployment

Over 24 000 job opportunities are expected to help tackle the unemployment challenge in the North West province. Read more »

South Africa: Two Arrested for Murder, Attempted Murder and Possession of Drugs

The police's Anti-Gang Unit have arrested two people in two separate incidents of murder, attempted murder and possession of drugs in Nigel and Naturena in Gauteng. Read more »

South Africa: EU Affirms Strategic Partnership With South Africa

Amidst the changing global landscape, European Council President António Costa has emphasised the importance of the strategic partnership between South Africa and European… Read more »

Africa: South Africa-European Union Summit Concludes

President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed the European Union's €4.7 billion Global Gateway Investment Package aimed at supporting strategic investment projects. Read more »

South Africa: Government Steps in to Assist Citizens Affected By Severe Weather

Government has called on all citizens to exercise caution in parts of the country that experience severe weather conditions. Read more »

South Africa: Cabinet Welcomes 2025 National Budget

Cabinet has welcomed the 2025 National Budget as it seeks to maintain a balance between South Africa's fiscal framework, fund the priorities of the seventh administration while… Read more »

South Africa: Government Determined to Tackle Economic Challenges

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has stressed the urgent need to tackle the nation's pressing challenges in light of sluggish economic growth and has called for a collective effort… Read more »

South Africa: Cabinet Welcomes Bushiri Extradition Ruling

Cabinet has welcomed the ruling by the Republic of Malawi's Chief Resident Magistrate Court that Shepherd and Mary Bushiri be extradited to South Africa to stand trial on multiple… Read more »

South Africa: Department Prepares for Pongolapoort Dam Water Release

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is preparing for the imminent release of water from the Pongolapoort Dam in Jozini, northern KwaZulu-Natal. Read more »

South Africa: NSFAS Finalises Allowance Payments for 2025 Academic Year

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has announced that the allowance payments for the 2025 academic year have been finalised and are ready for implementation. Read more »

South Africa: South Africa Focuses On Improving Diplomatic Relations With United States

Deputy President Paul Mashatile says South Africa is working on stabilising relations with the United States of America (USA), given the long-standing ties between the two nations. Read more »

South Africa: President Ramaphosa Engages EU On New Investment Package

With the 8th South Africa-European Union (SA-EU) Summit underway, President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa intends to hold further constructive discussions on a new investment… Read more »

South Africa: Cabinet Condemns Israel's Blockade of Humanitarian Aid to Gaza

Cabinet has condemned Israel's refusal to allow humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip, and its closure of border crossings. Read more »

South Africa: Cabinet Considers National Minimum Wage Report

Cabinet has received and considered a report by the Department of Employment and Labour on the progress made to protect and enhance the National Minimum Wage (NMW). Read more »

South Africa: Summit to Ignite Science and Tech Transformation

Science, Technology and Innovation Minister, Professor Blade Nzimande, will team up with Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi to launch the first-ever National System of Innovation… Read more »

South Africa: DTIC to Host SA's First G20 Trade and Investment Working Group Meeting

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) will host South Africa's first G20 Trade and Investment Working Group meeting from 18 - 20 March 2025. Read more »

South Africa: Economic Growth Projected to Reach 1.8% Over the Next Three Years

South Africa's economy is projected to grow at an average of some 1.8% from 2025 to 2027, despite sluggish growth over the past decade. Read more »

South Africa: Sin Taxes Adjusted Above the Expected Inflation Rate

Government will adjust the excise duties on alcohol and tobacco products at above the expected inflation rate in the 2025/26 financial year. Read more »

South Africa: Government Proposes VAT Increase Over Two Years

In light of new and persistent spending pressures in health, education, transport and security, government has decided to raise value-added tax (VAT) by 0.5 percentage points in… Read more »

South Africa: City of Ekurhuleni Offers Support to Bereaved Families of Bus Accident

The City of Ekurhuleni Mayor Nkosiphindile Xhakaza, has assured the families of the 13 victims who lost their lives in an accident on Tuesday morning, that the city will provide… Read more »