South Africa

Cabinet has condemned Israel's refusal to allow humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip, and its closure of border crossings.

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DOJ&CD) is appealing to citizens to make their voices heard as the deadline for comments into the discussion papers for the review of the Criminal Procedure Act draws closer.

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has announced that the allowance payments for the 2025 academic year have been finalised and are ready for implementation.

The 0.6% increase in South Africa’s gross domestic product (GDP) in the fourth quarter of 2024 signals a recovery across the economy, says Minister in The Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni.

Cabinet has welcomed the 2025 National Budget as it seeks to maintain a balance between South Africa’s fiscal framework, fund the priorities of the seventh administration while mitigating negative impact on poor and middle-income households.

Government has called on all citizens to exercise caution in parts of the country that experience severe weather conditions.

The 8th South Africa-European Union Summit, which will take place this afternoon, is expected to “further strengthen the strong relations between South Africa and the EU”, Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said on Thursday.

The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has reiterated its committed to working with stakeholders in delivering safe, functional, and dignified learning spaces for learners.

The Department of Employment and Labour has invited public comments on the newly published Draft Construction Regulations 2025, which aims to enhance Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) in the construction sector.

Due to technical challenges, the closure of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) water transfer and delivery tunnels for maintenance has been extended by an additional three weeks.

Science, Technology and Innovation Minister, Professor Blade Nzimande, will team up with Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi to launch the first-ever National System of Innovation Transformation Summit.

Government will adjust the excise duties on alcohol and tobacco products at above the expected inflation rate in the 2025/26 financial year.

Government has provisionally allocated an additional R19.2 billion over the medium term for the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa’s (PRASA) critical signalling upgrades.

Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana has highlighted the real progress achieved by implementing structural reforms through Operation Vulindlela, which is a joint initiative between the Treasury and the Presidency.

Over the next three years, government spending on economic development will be the fastest-growing function at an annual average rate of 8.1%, driven by higher allocations to infrastructure projects.