June 09
South Africa: Government Welcomes 0.5 Percent GDP Growth
Government says the 0.5% growth in gross domestic product (GDP) in the first quarter of this year demonstrates the resilience of the South African economy amid a challenging global… Read more »
South Africa: Cabinet Closes the e-Toll Historical Debt Chapter
The Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy, and the Deputy Minister, Mkhuleko Hlengwa, have welcomed Cabinet's decision to approve the closure of the Gauteng Freeway Improvement… Read more »
South Africa: Creating Pathways for Youth Development and Economic Inclusion
As South Africa marks Youth Month in June, we are reminded that the future of the country depends on how effectively the nation supports, empower and invest in young people today. Read more »
South Africa: SA Records R15.2 Billion Trade Surplus in April 2026
South Africa's growing export performance is helping to drive economic growth, support jobs and create new opportunities for producers, as government continues its efforts to build… Read more »
South Africa: BMA Processes 168 Mozambican Nationals for Repatriation
The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, confirmed the successful processing and repatriation of a group of 168 Mozambican nationals through… Read more »
South Africa: Operation Shanela Cracks Down On Organised Criminal Networks
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has intensified its nationwide Operation Shanela crackdown on organised criminal networks involved in illicit trade, drug trafficking,… Read more »
South Africa: KZN Treasury Allocates Funds to Strengthen Governance, Municipal Support
KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Finance, Francois Rodgers, has allocated R6.5 million to the Provincial Supply Chain Management (SCM) Unit within the provincial Treasury department to… Read more »
South Africa: Milestones of Freedom Campaign to Commemorate Several Landmark Anniversaries in SA's History
Government will launch the Milestones of Freedom Campaign next week under the theme: "Honouring the Past, Delivering the Future" at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. Read more »
South Africa: Morolong to Engage Free State Executive On Strengthening Government Communication
The Deputy Minister in The Presidency, Kenny Morolong, will on Wednesday engage the Free State Provincial Executive Council on the coordination of government communication, nation… Read more »
South Africa: DTIC Backs Local Forestry Firms At Major Industry Expo
In a move to grow the economy and support the creation of jobs for South Africans, the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) is supporting four South African… Read more »
June 08
Africa: South Africa Gears Up for Africa's Biggest Aerospace and Defence Showcase
South Africa has declared itself ready to host the 13th biennial Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) trade exhibition and airshow, as the country marks 100 days to go before the… Read more »
South Africa: Newly Built Limpopo Building Demonstrates Government's Commitment to Infrastructure Investment
As infrastructure investment remains key to government's developmental agenda, Limpopo Premier Phophi Ramathuba says the newly built Cost Centre in Marble Hall demonstrates the… Read more »
South Africa: SA Unveils Biometric Population Register to Tighten Migration Controls
Government will establish an Intelligent Population Register containing biometric data for every person in South Africa and introduce new regulations to prevent the misuse of… Read more »
South Africa: Wits Professor Receives Prestigious Global Award for Vaccine Research
South African vaccinologist and public health leader Professor Shabir A. Madhi has been recognised with one of the world's leading infectious disease honours, underscoring his… Read more »
South Africa: Crackdown On Drugs Continues As SARS Intercepts Durban Port Consignment
In a demonstration of the intensified crackdown on illicit trade and crime, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) has intercepted a consignment suspected to bear drugs at… Read more »
South Africa: Parliament Calls On Departments to Implement Initiatives to Tackle Illegal Migration
The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs, Mosa Chabane, has urged government departments to implement all the plans outlined by President Cyril Ramaphosa to… Read more »
South Africa: Eskom Ramps Up Load Reduction Elimination Efforts
More than 700 000 households have now been removed from Eskom's load reduction. Read more »
South Africa: Twenty Entrepreneurs Selected for Ethekwini's Project 10x
Twenty emerging entrepreneurs from across eThekwini in KwaZulu-Natal have secured places in the prestigious Project 10X Unicorn Programme which is designed to accelerate business… Read more »
South Africa: Parliament to Mark June 16 Legacy
Parliament will this week host a special intergenerational dialogue marking the 50th anniversary of the 1976 June 16 uprising, alongside a packed programme of debates, ministerial… Read more »
South Africa: Government Ramps Up Support to Help Spaza Shops Access R500 Million Fund
Government is stepping up efforts to help thousands of spaza shop owners formalise their businesses, meet compliance requirements and access financial support through the R500… Read more »
South Africa: Youth Uprising Legacy Incomplete Without Economic Opportunities for Youth With Disabilities
The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has reiterated its call for the inclusion of young people with disabilities in the economy to advance the… Read more »
South Africa: IEC Concerned About Unlawful Use of Logo in Election Campaigns
The Electoral Commission (IEC) has noted with concern instances of political parties, potential candidates and their supporters using the Commission's name, logo, designs and other… Read more »
South Africa: BMA Processes 663 Ghanaian Nationals for Repatriation
The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, has confirmed that the BMA has successfully processed 663 Ghanaian nationals for repatriation from… Read more »
South Africa: Deputy President Hosts Singapore President
Deputy President Paul Mashatile paid a courtesy call on the President of the Republic of Singapore, Tharman Shanmugaratnam, on Monday in Johannesburg. Read more »
South Africa: Government Tackling Illegal Immigration Head On, Says President Ramaphosa
Government is responding to the genuine concerns that South Africans have expressed regarding illegal migration and its impact on the country. Read more »
