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Comments sought draft First Biennial Transparency Report

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Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Dr Dion George has published South Africa’s draft First Biennial Transparency Report (BTR), which provides critical insights into the country's progress in implementing and achieving its National Determined Contributions (NDC) under the Paris Agreement, for public comment.

SA, Botswana strengthen economic ties

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South Africa and Botswana have committed to strengthening economic ties between the two countries and reducing the barriers that currently impede the free flow of goods.

Massive budget increase for TERS

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In a bid to cushion companies in distress and prevent job losses, the Department of Employment and Labour has significantly increased its Temporary Employer-Employee Relief Scheme (TERS) budget from R400 million to R2.4 billion for the current financial year.

Natjoints monitoring Cosatu strike

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The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) through its National Coordination Centre (NCC) is monitoring the nationwide Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) strike, taking place today.

Another drug mule nabbed

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Every week in the last month, the South African Police Service (SAPS) has arrested at least one drug mule at OR Tambo International Airport, with the 14th drug mule to be arrested in recent weeks, nabbed on Sunday.

SAPS pilot flies high at Forty under 40 Awards

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The National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola congratulates Lieutenant Colonel Kgothatso Khunou for walking away as the overall winner in the aviation category at the Forty under 40 Awards.

SIU to probe academic fraud at Fort Hare

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed six new and two amended proclamations authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate allegations of corruption and maladministration at various institutions.

Seventh administration to promote peace, security in Africa

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International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Ronald Lamola, has assured South Africans that the current administration will not stray from the African Agenda and will continue to push for peace and security on the continent.

778 newly qualified Constables add boots on the ground

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Deputy Minister of Police, Polly Boshielo, on Friday addressed 778 newly qualified Constables at the Bhisho South African Police Service (SAPS) Academy, as the police held six parallel passing out parades across the country.