South Africa

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has heard how the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) programme is open to abuse by politicians and officials.

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has called on the private sector to consider taking their involvement in the education sector to the next level. 

Africa’s vast youth population could be the continent’s most valuable asset, potentially transforming it into a global leader in innovation, industry and economic development.

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has expressed concern at the increasing presence of counterfeit Glucagon-like Peptide (GLP-1) products, such as Ozempic, on the local market.

Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe has described the mining industry as a “sunrise industry” that is diversifying from bygone eras.

The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, has introduced a new Standard Draft By-Law for Township Economies.

The South African National Parks (SANParks) has noted the significant progress made by the Kruger National Park (KNP) in repairing and maintaining its roads.

Twenty-three people in Gauteng have died as a result of food borne-related poisoning after consuming food from spaza shops.

Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has appointed Zutari, a leading infrastructure and advisory firm, as the Transaction Advisor to validate the Island View Precinct Strategy and implementation plan for the Port of Durban.

On Monday, 11 November, the Department of Basic Education has invited members of the media to the Partnerships for Education Business Breakfast, hosted by the Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube at Wanderers Club, 21 North Street, Illovo, Johannesburg.

With the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) taking place this week, South Africa expects the COP29 Presidency to enhance efforts to finalise the New Collective Quantified Goal on Finance (NCQG), which is a matter of great importance for developing economies.

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, together with high ranking South African Police Service (SAPS) members, has attended the International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL) Annual General Assembly hosted in Glasgow, Scotland.

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson is expected to visit KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) on Monday to launch the next leg of his Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) listening tour.

Eskom has spent at least 70% less year-on-year on diesel compared to the same period last year - equating to savings of more than R14 billion.

Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD), Sindiswa Chikunga, is expected to launch the Disability Rights Awareness Month (DRAM) 2024 in Lenasia on Monday.