South Africa: SA Hosts Key TB Vaccine Workshop

South Africa is making a significant move in its global response to Tuberculosis (TB) by hosting a pivotal TB Vaccine Preparedness Workshop. Read more »

South Africa: Well Done Banyana Banyana!

The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has congratulated Banyana Banyana on their performance at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. Read more »

South Africa: UN Secretary-General Guterres Calls for Urgent Transition to Clean Energy

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has made a resounding call for the global community to "supercharge the clean energy age", warning that the fossil fuel era… Read more »

South Africa: Eskom Clarifies Dispute With Koeberg Contractor

Eskom has confirmed that the two contractual disputes with Koeberg Nuclear Power Station contractor, Framatome, are being addressed through an agreed resolution process. Read more »

South Africa: Ethekwini Council Approves Strategy to Improve Solid Waste Management

The eThekwini Municipality has approved the Cleansing and Solid Waste Turnaround Strategy during a special council meeting held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International… Read more »

South Africa: Ndabeni Advocates for Bold Global Compact for Small Business

Small Business Development Minister Stella Ndabeni has revealed that South Africa will champion the cause of the establishment of a G20 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)… Read more »

South Africa: HSRC to Host Free Training Academy to Equip Researchers for AI

The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC), in collaboration with the University of Pretoria, the University of Zululand and Sol Plaatje University, will host the 6th Annual… Read more »

South Africa: Gauteng Unveils State-of-the-Art Licensing Centre in Soweto

A state-of-the-art licensing centre has been opened at the Protea Glen Mall in Soweto, as part of the Gauteng Provincial Government's commitment to bringing convenience and… Read more »

South Africa: President Appoints New Nyda Board Members

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed a new board for the National Youth Development Agency in terms of Section 9(1)(a) of the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) Act of… Read more »

South Africa: Mashatile to Deliver Closing Remarks At the Global Small and Medium Enterprises Gathering

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will deliver the closing remarks at the Global Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) Ministerial Meeting on Thursday, 24 July 2025. Read more »

South Africa: Chikunga Welcomes Appointment of New Nyda Board Members

Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has welcomed the appointment of the new Board of the National Youth Development… Read more »

South Africa: New Higher Education Minister and Deputy Sworn in

Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela, has been sworn in as Minister of that portfolio in Cape Town this afternoon. Read more »

South Africa: Discharge Application Dismissed in State Capture Linked Case

The Johannesburg High Court has dismissed an application for a discharge brought by the accused in a high-profile State Capture corruption case linked to the rehabilitation of… Read more »

South Africa: Gauteng Legislature Urges Swift Action Following Mass Shooting Incident

The Gauteng Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has called for an intensified clampdown on illegal taverns following a shooting at a local tavern in… Read more »

South Africa: President Suspends Advocate Andrew Chauke

President Cyril Ramaphosa has suspended the South Gauteng Director of Public Prosecutions, Advocate Andrew Chauke, with immediate effect, pending an inquiry into his fitness to… Read more »

South Africa: SA to Launch Pandemic Fund to Strengthen Health Preparedness

A mechanism set to support pandemic preparedness in low- and middle-income countries is set to be launched later this week. Read more »

South Africa: KZN Steps Up Foot-and-Mouth Disease Fight With Widespread Vaccination Drive

While the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government has made significant progress in containing the spread of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) in affected areas, non-compliance by some… Read more »

South Africa: Nearly 22,000 W Cape Matrics Attend 'Back On Track' Classes Over School Holidays

The Western Cape Education MEC, David Maynier, has announced that a total of 21 700 matric learners attended the "Back on Track" programme during the winter school holidays across… Read more »

South Africa: Breakthrough Arrests in DJ Sumbody Murder Case

Four men have been arrested in connection with the murder of Oupa John Sefoka, popularly known as DJ Sumbody. Read more »

South Africa: President Appoints New DHET Minister, Deputy Minister

President Cyril Ramaphosa has removed Dr Nobuhle Nkabane from the role of Minister of Higher Education and Training and has appointed Buti Manamela as Minister of the portfolio. Read more »

South Africa: Call for Urgent Overhaul of Disease Control Framework Amid Ongoing FMD Challenges

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen, has called for urgent and proper regionalisation of South Africa's disease control framework, amid ongoing challenges posed by widespread… Read more »

South Africa: Treasury Notes Remarks On SANDF Funding

The National Treasury says it has noted with concern remarks made by Navy Head Admiral Monde Lobese on the budget of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF). Read more »

South Africa: Reforms Are Bearing Green Shoots - President Ramaphosa

In his weekly newsletter on Monday, President Cyril Ramaphosa says government is making "significant progress" in clearing obstacles, with a clear view to enhance economic growth. Read more »

Africa: South Africa Convenes High-Level Indaba to Tackle Fmd Outbreaks

South Africa is currently experiencing significant and ongoing challenges with widespread outbreaks of Foot and Mouth disease (FMD), affecting several provinces, including… Read more »

South Africa: G20 Uniquely Placed to Tackle Global Crises - Minister Ramokgopa

The Group of 20 (G20) is uniquely positioned to respond to the complex and interconnected crises shaping today's world - from economic instability and inequality to climate change… Read more »