May 21
South Africa: Mashatile Launches SANDF-Led Youth Initiative to Create Jobs, Entrepreneurship
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has called on all South Africans to support the newly launched National Youth Service (NYS) initiative, which aims to address youth unemployment in… Read more »
South Africa: Boreholes to Help Secure Water in Rural Areas of Makhado
The installation of water boreholes will offer relief for rural communities in the Makhado Municipality in Limpopo who have been struggling with water issues for many years. Read more »
South Africa: DWS One Step Closer to Establishing National Water Agency
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) says it is one step closer to establishing the National Water Resource Infrastructure Agency (NWRIA) to ensure sustainable, equitable… Read more »
South Africa: Two More Suspects Arrested in Connection With Ditebogo Phalane's Murder
The Hawks' Pretoria-based team, together with the Arcadia Crime Prevention Unit and Tshwane District Crime Intelligence, have arrested two more suspects in connection with the… Read more »
South Africa: South Africans Urged to Adopt and Foster Children to Ensure the Protection of Youngsters
With the Child Protection Week campaign in full swing, the Department of Social Development (DSD) has encouraged South Africans to seek alternative care for their children if they… Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa, EU Council President Hold Bilateral Call
President Cyril Ramaphosa has held a bilateral telephone conversation with the President of the European Council, Charles Michel. Read more »
South Africa: Govt Welcomes ICC Arrest Warrants Application
Government has welcomed the decision by the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Karim Kahn KC, on the application for arrest warrants that include Israeli Prime… Read more »
May 20
South Africa: NHI Does Not Signal End of Private Healthcare - President Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa has dismissed claims that the National Health Insurance (NHI) will signal the end of private healthcare. Read more »
South Africa: Pandor Mourns Iran's Foreign Minister After Helicopter Crash
International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Dr Naledi Pandor, has offered her condolences to the government and people of Iran following the passing of Foreign Minister… Read more »
South Africa: Hard Work At Eskom Keeps the Lights On
Minister in the Presidency for Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, says the current improved electricity performance in South Africa is in large part thanks to the hard work of… Read more »
South Africa: Babanango Natural Spring to Benefit Thousands of Residents in KZN
Water and Sanitation Minister, Senzo Mchunu, says the department is in a process of transforming water spewing from the natural spring in Babanango to a quality drinkable water… Read more »
South Africa: KZN Govt Sends Condolences to Families of Ballito Wall Collapse
The KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government has sent condolences to the families of four construction workers who died during the tragic Ballito wall collapse on Saturday. Read more »
South Africa: Condolences for the People of Iran Following Air Disaster
President Cyril Ramaphosa has, on behalf of the South African people and government, extended his condolences to the people of Iran following the death of President Ayatollah… Read more »
South Africa: Search for 11 Missing Cape Town Fishermen Called Off
Forestry, Fisheries and Environment Minister, Barbara Creecy, says she is saddened by the news that the search for 11 missing fishermen has been called off. Read more »
May 17
South Africa: Voting Outside South Africa Begins
Today is the first of two days South African citizens abroad can cast their vote in the National and Provincial Elections 2024. Read more »
South Africa: Safeguarding the Future
As the country celebrates 30 years of freedom and democracy, the Department of Social Development will launch the country's Child Protection Week on Sunday, 19 May 2024. Read more »
May 16
South Africa: Pact to Provide Access for Small Fishers to Public Works Facilities
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE), has entered into a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure on the… Read more »
South Africa: Government Commits to Support Families of Collapsed George Building
President Cyril Ramaphosa has assured the families of the deceased and injured workers who were trapped inside the collapsed building in George, that government will do everything… Read more »
South Africa: Phaahla Reassures Healthcare Workers Things Will Improve As NHI Becomes Law
Health Minister, Dr Joe Phaahla, has urged healthcare workers not to be swayed by fearmongers pushing for emigration from South Africa due to the National Health Insurance (NHI). Read more »
South Africa: Special Votes to Take Place On 27 and 28 May
Electoral Commission (IEC) Chief Electoral Officer, Sy Mamabolo, has reminded the electorate that special votes will take place on 27 and 28 May, ahead of the main voting day on 29… Read more »
May 15
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Signs NHI Bill Into Law
President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasised the importance of the National Health Insurance (NHI) in providing equal access to healthcare services and addressing inequalities. Read more »
South Africa: IEC Ready for Voting Outside the Country
The Electoral Commission (IEC) has outlined the process for voting outside the country, allaying the fears of those who are unfamiliar with the procedures for voting in an overseas… Read more »
South Africa: Govt Supports Caster Semenya in Legal Battle
The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) has expressed that it stands in solidarity, with unwavering commitment, to seek justice for Caster Mokgadi Semenya as she is back… Read more »
South Africa: 400 Junior Border Guards to Be Deployed to Country's Ports of Entry
The Border Management Authority (BMA) will on Thursday host a pass out parade for 400 new recruits who have completed their training at the South African Police Training College in… Read more »
South Africa: Guidance Note Aims to Protect Personal Information of Voters
The Information Regulator (South Africa) has launched a guidance note to guide how political parties and independent candidates use the personal information of voters for… Read more »