South Africa: President Ramaphosa Pays Tribute to Ma Shope

President Cyril Ramaphosa has described the late Ma Gertrude Shope as a pillar of the nation, a matriarch of the revolution, and a torchbearer of women's emancipation. Read more »

South Africa: Minister Appoints Ithuba Holdings to Run National Lottery for 12 Months

Trade, Industry and Competition Minister, Parks Tau, has appointed Ithuba Holdings (RF) (Pty) Ltd as the temporary national lottery and sports pool operator for 12 months. Read more »

South Africa: South Africa Marks One Year of GNU

Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, announced that South Africa is commemorating one year since the National and Provincial Elections in 2024, which resulted in no… Read more »

South Africa: Government Pays R6 Million From Spaza Shop Fund

Government has so far disbursed R6 million out of R500 million in funding through the Spaza Shop Support Fund (SSSF) to eligible spaza shops and other food-handling outlets. Read more »

South Africa: Govt Welcomes Judgement On Joshlin Smith Case

Government has welcomed the judgement handed down by Judge Nathan Erasmus in the Western Cape High Court where Kelly Smith, Jacquen Appollis and Steveno van Rhyn were sentenced to… Read more »

South Africa: Cabinet Welcomes Reset of South Africa-U.S. Relations

Cabinet has welcomed the reset of strategic relationships between South Africa (SA) and the United States (US) during President Cyril Ramaphosa's working visit to the United States… Read more »

South Africa: Reserve Bank Cuts Repo Rate By 25 Basis Points

The South African Reserve Bank's (SARB) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to reduce the repo rate by 25 basis points, with effect from 30 May. Read more »

South Africa: Mayor Welcomes Government Spaza Shop Fund to Boost Local Economy

The Mayor of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality (WMMLM) in the Eastern Cape, Daniswa Mafumbatha, has welcomed the Spaza Shop Support Fund, saying it will help improve the… Read more »

South Africa: 400 Suspects Arrested During Nationwide Vala Umgodi Operations

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has arrested 427 suspects during nationwide Vala Umgodi Operations conducted from 19 May 2025 to 25 May 2025. Read more »

South Africa: Nkabane Congratulates 17-Year-Old Up Graduate On Actuarial Science Achievement

Higher Education and Training Minister, Dr Nobuhle Pamela Nkabane, has congratulated one of the University of Pretoria's (UP) youngest-ever graduates, Mongiwa Hazel Ntuli, who… Read more »

South Africa: Four Arrested for Issuing Driving Licences Fraudulently

Four people have been arrested for allegedly issuing driving licences fraudulently in Lephalale, in Limpopo, by the anti-corruption wing of the Road Traffic Management Corporation… Read more »

South Africa: Deputy President to Address Evangelical Presbyterian Church's 150th Anniversary

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will address the gala dinner for the 150th anniversary of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church of South Africa (EPCSA) at Euphoria Golf Estate in… Read more »

South Africa: Deputy President to Answer MPs' Questions in the NCOP

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will answer oral questions from Members of Parliament in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) in Cape Town, on Thursday. Read more »

South Africa: Police Find VW Polo Used in Mongale's Murder

The South African Police Service's (SAPS) National Crime Intelligence Unit has found and seized the wanted white VW polo that was allegedly used in the murder of 30-year-old… Read more »

South Africa: W Cape Parents to Receive 2026 School Placement Results From Tomorrow

Parents in the Western Cape who applied for a spot in Grades R, 1 or 8 for their child for the 2026 school year will begin receiving the results of their applications on Friday, 30… Read more »

South Africa: President Ramaphosa Highlights Importance of U.S. Working Visit

President Cyril Ramaphosa has underscored the significance of his recent working visit to the United States, telling Parliament that the engagement was both necessary and timely,… Read more »

South Africa: Government Saddened By Passing of Darren Scott

Government has extended its deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of veteran broadcaster Darren Scott, who has passed away after a long and courageous battle… Read more »

South Africa: No Plans to Reform South Africa's Mineral Royalty Regime - President Ramaphosa

Government remains committed to ensuring that South Africa continues to benefit equitably from its mineral wealth, while reaffirming that there are no current plans to reform the… Read more »

South Africa: Call for Collective Action to End Teenage Pregnancy

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has called for a collaborative effort to end the scourge of teenage pregnancy in South Africa, where approximately 30%… Read more »

South Africa: Department of Tourism Lauds Digital Trusted Tour Operator Scheme

The Department of Tourism welcomes the success of the Digital Trusted Tour Operator Scheme (TTOS), which has brought over 11 000 tourists from China and India to South Africa in… Read more »

South Africa: Rand Water Conducts Major Maintenance Work

Rand Water is scheduled to conduct major maintenance work on its key infrastructure starting Thursday, 29 May 2025. Read more »

South Africa: Special Official Funeral Category 1 Declared in Honour of Ma Gertrude Shope

President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared that the late Ma Gertrude Shope, who served the nation as an educator, freedom fighter, trade unionist and Member of Parliament, will be… Read more »

South Africa: RAF CEO Placed On Special Leave

Chief Executive Officer of the Road Accident Fund (RAF), Collins Letsoalo, has been placed on special leave with immediate effect. Read more »

South Africa: Concerns Raised Over Social Grant Beneficiaries Choosing Bank Accounts Amid Rising Charges

The North West Legislature Portfolio Committee on Health and Social Development has expressed concerns regarding the increasing number of social grant beneficiaries opting to… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Minister Lamola to Participate in DR Congo, Sudan Peace Efforts

International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Ronald Lamola, is currently in Kampala, Uganda, to attend the 12th High-Level Meeting of the Regional Oversight Mechanism (ROM)… Read more »