August 12, 2022
South Africa: Sowing the Seeds of Success
The skills Anna Kgaretswe has acquired is turning around the fortunes of her community. Read more »
South Africa: Instigators of July 2021 Unrest to Appear in Court
The twenty people who were arrested for allegedly inciting public violence through social media and other platforms during the period of unrests in KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng as well… Read more »
August 11, 2022
South Africa: Beneficiaries Warned Against Sale of Government Subsidised Houses
Human Settlements Deputy Minister, Pamela Tshwete, has reiterated that title deeds are not a licence to sell government subsidised houses. Read more »
August 10, 2022
South Africa: State Seeks to Finalise Outstanding Litigation in Marikana Matter
General Fhedzisani Pandelani from the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, has assured claimants from the tragic 2012 Marikana incident, that their cases could be… Read more »
August 09, 2022
South Africa: Ensuring Greater Protection for Victims of GBV
President Cyril Ramaphosa says three important laws that will strengthen the fight against gender-based violence (GBV), give greater protection to victims of domestic violence. Read more »
August 08, 2022
South Africa: Women Challenged to Find Solutions to Climate Change
South African women have been challenged to take part in conversations aimed at finding solutions to mitigate the impact of climate change. Read more »
South Africa: Load Shedding Suspended but System Remains Vulnerable
State power utility Eskom says despite suspending load shedding, the power generation system remains vulnerable to breaking down. Read more »
South Africa: Specialised Units Deployed to Eradicate Illegal Mining in West Rand
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has deployed specialised units to the West Rand to flush out illegal miners said to be terrorising communities in the area. Read more »
South Africa: Cele Commends R400 Million Cocaine Bust
Police Minister, Bheki Cele, has commended the recent arrest of three men for the possession of a cocaine consignment valued at R400 million in the Western Cape. Read more »
South Africa: DPWI Allows High School Use of the Sandrift Sport Field
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) has concluded an agreement with Noorder Paarl High School for the use of the Sandrift Sports Facility property adjacent to… Read more »
South Africa: New App to Tackle Potholes
Transport Minister, Fikile Mbalula, has encouraged the public to report potholes on municipal and provincial roads on a newly launched app in order to enable government to repair… Read more »
South Africa: SA Must Deal With Poverty, Joblessness - Pandor
International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Dr Naledi Pandor, says South Africa is working around the clock to set the economy on a new trajectory of growth and development… Read more »
South Africa: Gauteng Township Retailers to Receive Support
Gauteng Premier David Makhura has announced a R100 million fund that is aimed at supporting businesses in the township retail sector. Read more »
South Africa: When Women Hold Hands, Change Follows
As the country commemorates Women's Month, civil society organisations like the Umtata Women Support Centre (UWSC) make it their daily mission to provide gainful employment… Read more »
August 03, 2022
South Africa: Eliminating Malaria Remains Top Priority
Controlling and eliminating malaria remains critical for the health of southern Africa and cross-border partnership is key to achieving this goal. Read more »
August 02, 2022
South Africa: Banyana Banyana Victory a Boon for SA Sports Tourism
Tourism Minister Lindiwe Sisulu says Banyana Banyana's victory at the maiden Women's Africa Cup of Nations will go a long way in positioning the country as an attractive sports… Read more »
August 01, 2022
South Africa: Relief at the Pumps as Petrol Price Drops
Consumers are in for some relief this month as the Department of Minerals and Energy has announced a decrease in all grades of fuel starting from Wednesday. Read more »
South Africa: Covid-19 Daily Reporting Comes to an End
The Department of Health and the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) will no longer issue the daily numbers of COVID-19 cases, hospital admissions and deaths due to… Read more »
South Africa: Government Welcomes Swift Arrests
Government says that the mass arrest of over 80 illegal miners in connection with the rape of eight women in Krugersdorp bears testament to efforts made by the police in fighting… Read more »
July 29, 2022
South Africa: Minister Honours World-Renowned Ranger Dedicated to Conservation
Ahead of World Ranger Day, Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Barbara Creecy paid tribute to Timbavati's Head Ranger, Anton Mzimba, who was gunned down outside his… Read more »
South Africa: Consultations On Development of Events Industry Sector Code Gets Underway
The Events Technical Production Transformation Forum (ETPTF) through the support of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture will conduct phase 2 consultations for the development… Read more »
July 28, 2022
South Africa: Investigating Unit Commits to Investigating All Corruption Claims
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) says it is committed to investigating credible allegations of corruption "without fear or favour". Read more »
South Africa: SARS Commits to Resolve Wage Negotiation Impasse
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has reiterated its commitment to resolving the ongoing industrial action with organised labour. Read more »
South Africa: N. Cape Community Has Its Say On Fracking
The Department of Water and Sanitation says it has noted the concerns raised by the Richmond community over unconventional gas drilling and the possibility of the fracking… Read more »
July 27, 2022
South Africa: Unemployment Fund Audits Companies That Claimed Covid-19 Grants
Companies that are not complying with legislation of the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) are being dealt with, says the Department of Employment and Labour. Read more »