The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) Dion George said the department will redesign each of the botanical and zoological gardens for the future including using advanced technologies, improving visitor experiences and adopting new conservation practices.
Every year, millions of electrical and electronic devices are thrown away when they break or become outdated. These discarded devices are known as e-waste and can harm health and the environment if they are not disposed of and recycled properly.
PSC Commissioner noted that departments often cite various reasons for late or missed payments including misfiled, misplaced, or unrecorded invoices as well as weak internal controls.
The 47 bricks of cocaine, weighing around 50kg, were found in a bag that officials and airport security noticed on a carousel. The bag was for a flight coming from Sao Paulo in Brazil and heading to Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Over 1.2 million South Africans applied for this tax directive, and at least 1.14 million of those applications were approved. SARS noted that the remaining applications were declined for various reasons, such as incorrect identity numbers and tax numbers.
The Department of Water and Sanitation directed the water board to limit water abstraction to their licensed amount of 470 million megalitres per year, which means an 8.4% reduction from the current volume being used.
A former spy boss had laid a criminal complaint against Ramaphosa following the break-in at his Phala Phala game farm in the northeastern Limpopo province, alleging the president had committed irregularities in trying to hide the theft of $4 million in cash.
South Africa and Norway Ministers, in their consultations, will work with various parties and negotiating groups to hold informal discussions on specific issues related to climate change mitigation and its connections to the overall process.
Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe commented on the withdrawal of the international energy company TotalEnergies from offshore Block 11B/12B and 5/6/7, noting that development in these blocks is still possible and viable.
The main symptoms of the disease on the leaves of affected trees include blotchy patterns and yellowing veins. This disease lowers the quality of the fruit, making it unfit for sale as fresh fruit or for processing.
President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted the importance of preparing every student to feel confident and capable enough to continue their education, find a job or start their own business.
Deputy President Paul Mashatile said that the focus of South Africa's G20 Presidency will be on the developmental agenda and the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Seitlholo warned that water pollution is one of the biggest threats to the country's water security and sustainability. He challenged the leaders to decide whether they would take action to protect this valuable resource for future generations.
Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry, and Competition Andrew Whitfield promoted South Africa as a top investment destination, showcasing that South Africa has investment potential and finding new trade opportunities for local businesses.
Deputy President Paul Mashatile is in the United Kingdom for the second part of his working visit to enhance trade and investment relations between the two countries and attract investors.
The operations checked if workplaces were following laws like the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, National Minimum Wage Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA), Unemployment Insurance Act (UIA), and Employment Services Act to ensure fairness and protect workers.
Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Bernice Swarts stressed the importance of integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into their values and overall strategies, noting that this approach can help organizations take advantage of investment opportunities for the country.
Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa noted that investors are not going to wait for South Africa to fix its issues, suggesting being proactive in attracting capital and showing determination in overcoming big obstacles.
During the Troika high-level address at the United Nations (UN) on Thursday, Lamola revealed that preparations are in progress for South Africa to take over the G20 Presidency and host the G20 Summit in 2025.
Minister of Electricity and Energy Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa urged member countries to explore their various strengths and abilities to support each other in maximizing their potential. He mentioned several opportunities, including mining and processing critical minerals and rare-earth elements needed for a green economy.
The Just Water Partnerships concept was created after a report from the Global Commission for the Economics of Water (GCEW), which pointed out that traditional economics have not helped the water sector.
The overall principal investigator of the study at HSRC Professor Khangelani Zuma said the survey found that in 2022, HIV prevalence in KwaZulu-Natal was highest among people aged 25 to 49, with a rate of 31.1%.
South Africa's Acting President Paul Mashatile acknowledged the impact of the widespread extreme weather and praised the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, along with government departments, for their quick and effective response.
A forecaster at the South African Weather Service (SAWS), Lehlogonolo Thobela shared the weather outlook for the upcoming week, noting that warm conditions are expected in many parts of the country.
This year, Heritage Day on Sept. 24 will be celebrated at Meqheleng Stadium in Ficksburg, Free State, under the theme of "Celebrating the lives of our heroes and heroines who sacrificed for our freedom."
A forecaster at the South African Weather Service (SAWS), Samkelisiwe Thwala said that on Monday rain showers are expected from afternoon onwards in the central and western parts of the Western Cape, with the rain spreading to other areas by this evening.
The president will also discuss the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the 2030 Agenda, climate change and the upcoming COP29 in Baku, financing for development, and health preparedness for pandemics.
This new agreement highlighted the partnership that started in 2013, focusing on future cooperation that will be on improving urban development at all levels of government and encouraging more public involvement in urban planning issues.
Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala emphasized that South Africa remains a promising destination for green hydrogen investment, stressing that there are still many opportunities for investment in areas like green shipping, green fertilizer production, electrolyzer manufacturing, pipeline development and new port projects.
A cold front and a low-pressure system will bring wintery conditions to the Western Cape, southern Northern Cape, and Eastern Cape. Colder weather will move into KwaZulu-Natal, the Free State and Mpumalanga on Sept. 20. By Sept. 21, it will also reach Gauteng, North West, and Limpopo.
