South Africa

Pretoria - South Africans who will not be able to vote on Wednesday will cast their votes over the next two days.

Pretoria - Cabinet has condemned incidences of violence, saying they have no place in a democratic South Africa.

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16 September 2009

Address by Mineral Resources Minister Susan Shabangu, MP, to the National Council of Provinces on the occasion of the Debate on Illegal Mining

Pretoria – The implementation of South Africa’s National Development Plan (NDP) by 2030 is critical to the country’s long term sustainability.

Pretoria - Cabinet has approved the 2013/14 – 2015/16 Industrial Policy Action Plan (IPAP) that will outline government’s plans to industrialise the South African economy.

The Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system we are launching today is not just about public transport! The Bus Rapid Transit system is not just about buses! Indeed, the Bus Rapid Transit system is not merely about taxis or government!

Mushiyane - Over 400 families living in Mushiyane, in the Greater Giyane Municipality will no longer be expected to travel long distances to fetch wood in order to cook, thanks to the electricity switched on in the village.

Cape Town - Thuli Madonsela is expected to be the name put forward in the National Assembly next week to replace Lawrence Mushwana as the country's Public Protector.

Cape Town – As South Africa wraps up preparations towards hosting the fifth Brics summit, the world will be keenly watching to see whether the leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa can conclude negotiations on setting up a Brics development bank.

Pretoria - An International law firm, Dewey & LeBoeuf LLP, has announced it will represent Caster Semenya and advise her on her human rights and rights as an athlete.

Pretoria - Cabinet has noted with concern the recent developments at the SABC, SAA and Eskom, with the respective ministers expected to report to Cabinet following discussions with the entities, Acting Cabinet spokesperson Phumla Williams said.

Cape Town - Heritage Month represents an opportunity for South Africans to celebrate their rich and diverse cultural heritage, says Deputy Minister of Arts and Culture, Paul Mashatile.

Pretoria – Cabinet on Thursday reaffirmed its commitment to education being government’s top priority.

Pretoria - In the face of the current global economic crisis, African countries need to forge closer economic cooperation in order to work towards building integrated economies.

Johannesburg - Visibly excited Soweto residents waved and whistled as the colourful Rea Vaya buses drove through the township on Sunday afternoon.