The event was attended by wildlife crime experts, government officials and various stakeholders to discuss the complex issues related to snaring. Around 140 delegates at the symposium explored the impacts, causes and possible solutions to this growing threat to wildlife and the economy.
Minister of Higher Education and Training Nobuhle Nkabane stressed that South Africa has a strong and growing partnership with China in higher education and training, which supports South Africa's development of knowledge and skills.
The Lesotho Highlands Development Agency (LHDA), which operates and maintains the Lesotho section of the LHWP tunnel system, and the Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority (TCTA) will together carry out this six-month-long shutdown.
Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa emphasized that the government has the right to choose its energy sources while taking care of its people. The minister also said that the country has the right to decide which technologies and fuel sources to use, adding that this is a sovereign right.
President Cyril Ramaphosa acknowledged that delays or abandonment of public infrastructure projects negatively affect communities' access to services. To tackle this issue, the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure started identifying these problematic projects during the sixth democratic administration.
BMW's operations in South Africa have created around 95,000 direct and indirect jobs, as per Presidential Spokesperson Vincent Magwenya.
uFiling is an online platform that clients and employers use to apply for UIF benefits, register companies, declare employees, and pay contributions to the UIF. However, this platform is separate from the main UIF system that handles and processes claims.
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC) will host this "Partnering in Business with Germany" network event for two days - on Sept. 12 and 13 - at the Southern Sun Sandton in Gauteng.
Member of the Executive Committee (MEC) Nonceba Kontsiwe said the plan includes supporting communities to grow their own food with home gardens and improving access to food and income.
The investigation report shows that the patient has not traveled internationally recently and has not been in contact with anyone suspected or confirmed to have Mpox.
National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS) General Fannie Masemola warned after a member of the National Intervention Unit (NIU) was attacked at their base in Mthatha, Eastern Cape. The NIU is investigating allegations of extortion in the area.
Justice Minister Thembi Simelane said an investigation by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) led to a report in April, which implicated 14 officials in suspected illegal activities.
The project includes a dedicated train system, a modern LPG hub, and a storage facility at Sentrarand in Gauteng. This investment aims to boost South Africa's energy infrastructure to meet the increasing demand for LPG in the future.
President Cyril Ramaphosa told Chinese companies that there are many opportunities to set up manufacturing operations in South Africa, thanks to the country's strong industrial expertise.
This month, celebrated every September, aims to raise awareness about the rights and challenges faced by deaf people worldwide. The celebration focuses on improving understanding of the deaf community and promoting inclusivity and diversity.
President Ramaphosa encouraged Shenzhen companies to take a more active role in South Africa's economy for mutual benefit.
Chief Director of Public Administration, Ethics, Integrity, and Disciplinary Technical Assistance Salomon Hoogenraad-Vermaak said that the Department of Public Service and Administration is still waiting for updates on 39 senior managers from national departments and 31 from provincial departments, noting that "these departments will be issued with non-compliance letters."
Deputy President Paul Mashatile also praised the bank's plans to help Transnet fix issues with freight rail infrastructure. He noted that this project is crucial for making South Africa's goods system more competitive and supporting the country's economic growth.
The meeting happened in Beijing before President Cyril Ramaphosa's upcoming second State Visit to China and the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit later this week.
The new law created a new agency responsible for developing and managing national water projects. This agency will also be able to attract private investment through innovative financing methods.
President Cyril Ramaphosa noted that both government and business agree on several areas where they can work together to boost economic growth and create jobs.
Theft of personal property is the most common crime for people aged 16 and older in South Africa. There were about 1.4 million incidents of personal property theft, affecting around 1.3 million individuals. This represents 3% of people aged 16 and older.
Deputy President Paul Mashatile told the NCOP members that the government, using the District Development Model (DDM) in Waterberg, Limpopo, and with help from the private sector, is making important changes to create more opportunities for the local community.
The three-day workshop will cover reviewing the current state of Early Warning Systems in South Africa and assessing progress in implementing the four key areas of EW4All. It will also explore how ongoing and future initiatives connect and align them with stakeholder commitments to improve early warning services.
Minister in the Presidency of South Africa Khumbudzo Ntshavheni highlighted that the steady growth in manufacturing is encouraging for developing a production-based economy. This comes as the official unemployment rate rose to 33.5% in the second quarter of 2024, up from 32.9% in the first quarter.
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni reported that 12 cases were in Gauteng, 11 in KwaZulu-Natal, and one in the Western Cape. Cabinet urged the public to help prevent the spread of Mpox by staying vigilant and practicing good personal hygiene to stop further transmission.
Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Thembi Simelane explained that before the Zondo Commission, there was a period marked by a lack of accountability and impunity, where state resources were looted with no consequences.
In the 2022/23 financial year, Eskom reported losses of about R5 billion due to illegal connections, meter bypasses, and other electricity-related crimes in its service area.
The signing will be held at the Union Buildings Courtyard, West Wing, in Pretoria at 12:30 pm. The Presidential Health Compact, started by Ramaphosa in 2019, is a cooperation framework involving key sectors in South Africa to improve health outcomes.
The investigation aims to recover any financial losses suffered by the State or the municipality. Proclamation 172 of 2024 specifically authorizes the SIU to examine the procurement of five water supply structures.
