South Africa: Deputy President to Launch the Clean Cities and Towns Campaign

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will launch a nationwide initiative aimed at creating cleaner, greener, and more inclusive urban spaces. Read more »

South Africa: Minister Mckenzie Pays Tribute to Rashid Lombard

Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has described the late Rashid Lombard as a storyteller who was unafraid to document South African history. Read more »

South Africa: Condolences for Rashid Lombard

President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent his condolences following the passing of photographer and jazz promoter, Rashid Lombard. Read more »

South Africa: Tributes for Late Jazz Promoter Rashid Lombard

The Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport says it is deeply saddened by the passing of Rashid Lombard at the age of 74. Read more »

South Africa: Home Affairs Takes Child Protection Outreach to KZN

Home Affairs Deputy Minister Njabulo Nzuza is scheduled to take the 365 Days of Child Protection Outreach to Empangeni, KwaZulu-Natal this weekend. Read more »

South Africa: Spaza Shop Support Fund Information Session to Be Held in Limpopo

Limpopo spaza shop owners will get an opportunity to learn more about how they can access financial and non-financial support from the Spaza Shop Support Fund at an interactive… Read more »

South Africa: 2021 July Unrest Suspects Appear in Court

Four suspects arrested in connection with the 2021 July unrest have appeared in court where the matter was postponed to next month, said the Directorate for Priority Crimes… Read more »

South Africa: Police Arrest Duo Found in Possession of Gold Nuggets

Free State police have apprehended two individuals who were caught with five gold nuggets with an estimated street value of R350 000. Read more »

South Africa: Deadline for Electoral Commission Nominations Extended

The deadline for nominations for the three vacancies at the Electoral Commission has been extended to 6 June 2025. Read more »

South Africa: South Africa, Lesotho Enhances Trade and Investment Relations

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) and the Lesotho Ministry of Trade, Industry and Business Development have agreed to enhance trade and investment to advance… Read more »

South Africa: Gauteng Finance MEC Maile Tables Budget 2.0

Municipal fiscal discipline, good governance and transparency are the key elements propelling the Gauteng Provincial Government going forward. Read more »

South Africa: Ministers Lamola and Tau Lead SA Delegation At 2025 OECD Meeting in Paris

The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola and the Minister of Trade, Industry, and Competition Parks Tau arrived in Paris on Monday to lead South… Read more »

South Africa: Government Confirms Tragic Death of Citizen in U.S

Government has confirmed with "deep sadness" the tragic passing of a South African citizen in West Virginia, United States. Read more »

South Africa: Residents Welcome Reduced Speed Limit On R44 Through Betty's Bay

The Western Cape Provincial Government has announced the reduction of the 80km/h speed limit on a section of the R44 through Betty's Bay in the Overstrand Municipality in the… Read more »

South Africa: Public Works to Study Final George Building Collapse Report

The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) is set to study the final report into the deadly George building collapse that claimed the lives of 34 people. Read more »

South Africa: Condolences After Runner Dies During Slave Route Challenge

The City of Cape Town and race organisers have expressed their heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of the runner who tragically passed away during the Slave… Read more »

South Africa: 'Laws Must Evolve' to Deal With GBV Scourge - Justice Minister

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has accepted memorandums from child protection organisations during a children's march to the Constitutional… Read more »

South Africa: Justice Committee Welcomes Sentencing in Joshlin Smith Case

Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development, Xola Nqola, has commended the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) for securing life sentences for… Read more »

South Africa: Deputy Minister to Lead World No Tobacco Day Discussions

Deputy Minister of Health, Dr Joe Phaahla, will deliver a keynote address at the World No Tobacco Day stakeholder engagement session today. Read more »

South Africa: Killing of Palestinians Near an Aid Distribution Site in Gaza Condemned

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has expressed concern over the deaths of 31 Palestinians and the injuries of more than 200 individuals on Sunday,… Read more »

South Africa: Hlabisa Urges Initiation Schools to Adhere to Safety Regulations

Legal initiation schools have been warned that their registration does not exempt them from accountability and that any establishment that breaks the law will be dealt with… Read more »

South Africa: BEEI Participants Head to Work At Schools Around the Country

Today marks the "first day at school" for around 200 000 young South Africans - not as learners but as working adults - with the launch of the fifth phase of the Basic Education… Read more »

South Africa: Police Working to Arrest Suspect in Olorato Case

Law enforcement will not rest until another suspect in the murder of journalist Olorato Mongale is apprehended, Police Deputy Minister Dr Polly Boshielo said. Read more »

South Africa: Minister Ramokgopa to Attend Hamburg Sustainability Conference

Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa, is set to represent South Africa at the Hamburg Sustainability Conference in Germany, which… Read more »

South Africa: Deputy Minister to Provide Update On Presidential Youth Employment Initiative

Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli will on Monday provide an update on the Presidential Youth Employment Initiative (PYEI). Read more »