South Africa

Government has congratulated the two South African journalists who won in two categories in this year’s Southern African Development Community (SADC) Media Awards.

The National Director of Public Prosecutions, Advocate Shamila Batohi, says Thuthuzela Care Centres (TCC) are crucial to the fight against gender-based violence (GBV).

Active citizenry and the active involvement of communities have an important role to play in fighting the scourge of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF).

State institutions have been challenged to continue to provide mentorship and support programs for women and challenge gender stereotypes by promoting a culture of inclusion across the various sectors.

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) says the fourth dam - upstream of Riverlands in the Swartlands Local Municipality - has been cleared through a side channel spillway created to prevent

President Cyril Ramaphosa says government remains committed to collaborating with business, labour unions and other social partners to advance the structural reforms necessary for fostering inclusive economic growth and creating jobs.

On Monday, 19 August, the Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, will officiate at the opening ceremony of the 40th Association for Educational Assessment in Africa at the Century City Conference and Hotel, Cape Town.

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli says the introduction of tugboats is not only a boost for the provincial port but a significant advancement for the province’s economy, particularly within the logistics and maritime sectors.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent his deep condolences to the family, friends and associates nationally and internationally of the late Prof Muxe Nkondo who passed away in the early hours of Sunday.

President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Tuesday attend a farewell dinner held in tribute to Chief Justice Raymond Zondo, who is retiring at the end of August 2024.

The Department of Health has assured South Africans that the current Mpox outbreak remains under control.

An alleged kidnapping ringleader and suspect linked to a R300 million drug bust has been intercepted at OR Tambo International Airport.

The 44th Ordinary Summit of the Southern African Community (SADC) Heads of State and Government has noted with concern, the ongoing attacks on civilians in Palestine.

The Department of Home Affairs says it has concluded its preparations to deport the 95 Libyan nationals who were arrested in White River, Mpumalanga, last month.

Government departments will continue to host a variety of activities to commemorate Women’s Month.