Partnerships Between Businesses, Government Will Enhance South Africa's Economy, Says Deputy President
Paul Mashatile said young people get over one million opportunities from over 1,000 opportunity holders, adding that the government was committed to increasing private sector investment in order to promote job creation.
South Africa, Namibia To Explore Trade And Investment Opportunities At Upcoming Event
The Namibia-South African Business Forum and Exhibition will be held at the Windhoek Country Club in Namibia on Friday.
Israel-Hamas Conflict: South Africans Protest Outside US Consulate In Support Of Palestine
Another protest occurred in Cape Town, where South Africans asked to stop the violence
MEC Siboniso Duma Asks Local Government To Create Memorable Experience For Tourists
Duma said tourism happens where the local government works, hence it is "best placed to create a memorable experience for tourists."
Minister Zikalala Urges Restructuring Of Expanded Public Works Programme
While addressing the two-day EPWP Phase 5 Indaba held in Pretoria on Tuesday, the minister acknowledged that youth unemployment has been a massive problem in the country and that the COVID-19 pandemic made it worse.
South African Jewish Groups Compare Israel-Hamas Conflict To Holocaust
In a press briefing held on Monday, the South African Jewish Board of Deputies and the South African Zionist Federation said the South African Jewish community stands with Israel.
Eskom Chairman Mpho Makwana Resigns Without Revealing Any Reason
Following Makwana's exit, non-executive director Mteto Nyati will take over the position.
President Ramaphosa Expresses Sadness Over Deaths Of 6 Soldiers In Lohatla Military Base Fire
The fire started from the western border of a nearby mine at around 1:45 p.m. on Oct. 6 and reached the training center.
Israel-Palestine Conflict: South Africa Calls For Immediate Cessation Of Violence After Hamas' Attack
Palestinian organization Hamas launched more than 5,000 rockets from Gaza to attack Israel on Oct. 7. In response, Israel declared war against Hamas.
President Ramaphosa Meets With Zimbabwean Counterpart To Foster Cooperation For Beitbridge Border Post
The South African president's engagement with Mnangagwa at the point of entry aimed at figuring out solutions to issues concerning illegal cross-border activities including the movement of undocumented foreign nationals.
Chemicals, Cosmetics, Plastics And Pharmaceutical Sectors To Benefit From AfCFTA, Says DTIC
The AfCFTA aims to encourage intra-African trade by reducing tariffs on maximum products to ensure that African countries can do business easily.
Minister Mchunu Announces Revival Of R23 Billion Umkhomazi Water Project
This project will ensure increased water security in the Umngeni Water Supply System that supplies water to eThekwini, uMgungundlovu, iLembe, Ugu, Harry Gwala District Municipality and Msunduzi Local Municipality.
SA Taxi Creates More Than 3,000 Jobs Under R500 Million Investment Pledge
Matsidikanye Moswane, chief government and industry officer at SA Taxi, revealed that over R350 million provided by developmental credit provider Transflow has been spent.
President Ramaphosa Hosts South Africa's National Team At Union Buildings After Special Olympics World Games
The South African athletes competed in several sporting events during the Special Olympics World Games, which was held from June 17 to 25 in Germany, and returned to their home country with 22 gold, 20 silver and seven bronze medals.
Social Grant Beneficiaries Won't Experience Glitches In October, Says Mpumalanga SASSA
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) said that social grant beneficiaries have a right to choose a method of payment of their choice, freely. The forms to make a choice are available at the nearest SASSA offices.
Electoral Commission Concludes Revision Of Voting District Boundaries
Chief Electoral Officer Sy Mamabolo said an Electoral Commission campaign from Oct. 2 to Oct. 27 will look into targeted communication and re-registration of voters.
Police Minister Bheki Cele Found Guilty Of Breaching Ethical Code
"It's sad that there has been no prosecution for his actions regarding the assault matter. Whether it's enough, I'm not sure; I am surprised that the committee has come to a conclusion. It's been more than a year later," anti-crime activist named Ian Cameron said.
ANC, Others Withdraw Participation From EFF's Taxi Protest
The EFF announced that their planned protest in Cape Town will start on Monday and called it a "shutdown" due to which three organizations withdrew from the protest on Sunday including ANC.
Gugulethu Mass Shooting: Police Deputy Minister Extends Condolences Following Officer's Death
"The number of police officers killed on and off duty remains a concern for the leadership of the SAPS," the deputy minister of police, Cassel Mathale said.
Cabinet Approves Draft Of Water Services Amendment Bill
"The amendments will also address weaknesses that have been identified in the water services sector, and these include conflict with water services providers being both providers and regulators," Cabinet said.
BRICS Symposium: South Africa's Finance Minister Calls For 'Decisive And Intentional Actions'
"The warning by the Fund and the elevated risks calls for decisive and intentional actions if we are to steer economies towards a prosperous, sustainable, and inclusive economy," Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said.
Eskom Anticipates Lower Power Cuts In Summer
"Our base case of 14,500MW [UCLF] shows a maximum of Stage 4 load shedding in terms of the outlook. Does it mean we are saying that there'll be no stage 6? No, we are not saying that," Interim Chief Executive Officer of Eskom, Calib Cassim said.
Presidency Calls DA's Court Challenge Over Lady R Investigative Panel 'Politically Motivated'
"In its politically motivated court action, the DA wants to undermine the country's national interests, failing to appreciate the importance of resolving this matter in a manner that is credible and expeditious," the Presidency said.
15,000 People Living Without Electricity Following Western Cape Floods - Minister Ramokgopa
The minister added that the number was higher as energy company, Eskom reconnected power to 62,000 households already.
Japan To Help South Africa Decarbonize Industries
"Establishing a manufacturing sector for hydrogen products and components is one of the roadmap's key outcomes," the South African department said.
BRICS Ministers To Meet Over Employment Creation And Labour Market Governance
The Employment Working Group (EWG) and the Labour and Employment Ministers' Meeting (LEMM) will convene in Durban from Sept. 26 to 29.
Bus Overturns In Cape Town; Kills 3, Injures 21 Amid Severe Storms
"Storm-related damage often leads to area outages, and restoration time is unfortunately impacted due to the damaged infrastructure and stormy weather," Beverley van Reenen said.
President Ramaphosa To Meet Nigerian Counterpart Tinubu, Discuss Business Ties
"We consider African countries as strategic in developing the African continent for several reasons. For us, Nigeria is a strategic partner in pursuing mutually beneficial cooperation and development of the African continent," Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of South Africa, Candith Mashego-Dlamini said.
Heritage Day: Deputy President Mashatile Urges South Africans To Celebrate Diversity
"The preamble of the 1996 Constitution reminds us that South Africa belongs to all who live in it, united in our diversity, and calls upon us to heal past divisions and establish a society based on democratic values, social justice and fundamental human rights," Deputy President Paul Mashatile said.
Reserve Bank Governor Says Repo Rate Remains Unchanged At 8.25%
Governor of the South African Reserve Bank, Lesetja Kganyago admitted that load shedding and logistics constraints also played a role in increasing business expenses and the cost of living in the country.