July 13, 2023
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Leads 8th DDM Presidential Imbizo in Limpopo
President Cyril Ramaphosa will today lead the 8th District Development Model (DDM) Presidential Imbizo and interact with communities in Sekhukhune District Municipality in Limpopo. Read more »
Africa: Pandor Attends 43rd Session of the AU Executive Council in Kenya
International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Dr Naledi Pandor, is attending the 43rd Session of the African Union (AU) Executive Council in Kenya, Nairobi. Read more »
South Africa: Govt Welcomes Concourt Judgment On Stricter Driving Rules
Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga says government welcomes the Constitutional Court judgement handed on the constitutionality challenge against the Administrative Adjudication… Read more »
South Africa: Let Us All Observe Mandela Month
In 1990, the winds of change were slowly sweeping our nation, and on 11 February 1990 South Africa was abuzz with the news of the release of former President Nelson Mandela. Read more »
South Africa: Ethekwini to Repair Damaged Water Pump Station
eThekwini Municipality Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda says a permanent solution to fix a water pump station, which was destroyed by a fire in Ntuzuma, north of Durban, is on the cards. Read more »
July 12, 2023
South Africa: Police Have Identified 12 People Possibly Linked to Truck Attacks - Minister
Law enforcement is hot on the heels of 12 people possibly linked to the recent torching of trucks on national roads, says Police Minister Bheki Cele. Read more »
Southern Africa: Former Mozambique Finance Minister Handed Over to U.S. Law Enforcement
Former Mozambique Finance Minister Manuel Chang has been extradited to the United States of America (USA) to face fraud and corruption charges. Read more »
South Africa: 'Torching of Trucks an Act of Economic Sabotage' - Transport Minister
Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga on Tuesday said she was gravely concerned about the torching of trucks on South African roads, describing the incidents as an “act of… Read more »
Southern Africa: South Africa and Lesotho Commit to Cement Long-Lasting Relations
Employment and Labour Minister Thulas Nxesi and Lesotho's Foreign Affairs and International Relations Minister, Mpotjoana Lejone, have committed to speed up the disbursement of… Read more »
July 11, 2023
South Africa: Minister Welcomes Post Office Business Rescue Decision
Communications and Digital Technologies Acting Minister, Enoch Godongwana, has welcomed a high court decision to place the South African Post Office (SAPO) under supervision and in… Read more »
July 10, 2023
South Africa: Gauteng Metrorail Disrupted By Adverse Weather Conditions
Gauteng Metrorail has advised commuters to seek alternative transport after its service experienced disruption at most of its lines on Monday, due to adverse weather conditions. Read more »
South Africa: Load Shedding Elevated to Stage 4
Eskom has implemented Stage 4 load shedding immediately following increased demand and lowered generation capacity. Read more »
South Africa: Government to Continue to Invest in the Poorest and Most Vulnerable - President
As the country works towards rebuilding the economy, President Cyril Ramaphosa has in his weekly newsletter reaffirmed government's commitment to continue to invest in the poorest… Read more »
Southern Africa: SA Hosts Southern African Transport Conference
Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga is expected to officially open the 41st annual Southern African Transport Conference (SATC 2023), which is currently underway in Pretoria. Read more »
South Africa: Joburg Water Customers Reminded of Planned Shutdown
Rand Water has reminded Johannesburg Water customers of the 58-hour planned water shutdown to be undertaken from Tuesday night to Friday morning. Read more »
South Africa: E Cape SAPS Sets Out to Improve Rural Safety
The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Eastern Cape, along with other stakeholders, has held a summit to look at ways to bolster rural safety. Read more »
July 09, 2023
South Africa: African Continental Free Trade Area Offers Opportunities
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) presents South Africa with unparalleled benefits and opportunities. Read more »
South Africa: Electricity Generation Capacity Continues to Show Improvement - Minister
South Africa's electricity generation capacity continues to show signs of improvement and stabilisation, says Minister in the Presidency responsible for Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho… Read more »
July 07, 2023
South Africa: Several Initiatives to Address Pollution of Rivers
The Department of Water and Sanitation says it is engaged in several initiatives aimed at addressing the pollution of rivers by municipal waste water treatment works. Read more »
South Africa: Ramaphosa Urges Congolese Companies to Invest in South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on Congolese businesses to invest in South Africa and for local companies to do the same. Read more »
South Africa: KZN Gears Up for High-Level BRICS Engagements
The Kwazulu-Natal provincial government will host a series of high-level engagements as a precursor to the 15th BRICS Summit that will take place in August. Read more »
South Africa: Netball World Cup Trophy Tour to Get Underway
With the Netball World Cup activations getting underway this weekend, the City of Cape Town has encouraged residents to use the opportunity to see the Netball World Cup trophy up… Read more »
South Africa: Africa Needs to Rapidly Expand, Diversify Its Industrial Capacity - President Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa has challenged African leaders to shift their focus from being producers of raw materials processed elsewhere. Read more »
South Africa: Mashatile Pays Tribute to Former Minister Essop Pahad
Acting President Paul Mashatile has remembered struggle stalwart and former Minister in the Presidency, Dr Essop Goolam Pahad, for traversing the world to ensure the struggle for… Read more »
South Africa: Economy Continues to Create Jobs Despite Challenges - Cabinet
While economic growth remains subdued, Cabinet says South Africa's resilient economy continues to create jobs, though not at the preferred pace. Read more »