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.
Load Shedding, Bird Flu Impact Poultry Industry In South Africa
"The bird flu has already caused short supplies of table eggs into the market, and it is expected that the supply of poultry meat into the value chain could be affected negatively in the coming months," Astral Foods said.
South Africa's Public Finance Under Strain - Finance Minister Godongwana
"Without swift and fitting consequences, we risk eroding public trust in our capacity to manage public funds effectively, with less and less funding available to deliver much-needed services to our people," Minister of Finance of South Africa, Enoch Godongwana said.
President Ramaphosa Meets Turkish Counterpart Erdogan In New York
"During the meeting, steps to be taken to further consolidate the existing strong relations between Türkiye and the Republic of South Africa at bilateral and multilateral levels, as well as regional and global issues concerning the two countries, were discussed," Republic of Türkiye Directorate of Communications revealed.
Novo Nordisk To Collaborate With Aspen To Produce Insulin In South Africa
The announcement was made during an event held on Tuesday on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly session attended by President Cyril Ramaphosa and other Heads of State in New York.
President Ramaphosa Seeks New Investment, Strong partnerships During New York Visit
"I look forward to our discussions and encourage your candid views. I also look forward to welcoming all of the companies present here today to South Africa in November this year during the AGOA Forum," President Ramaphosa said.
78th UNGA: Nigeria's Tinubu Meets President Ramaphosa In New York City
The State House of Nigeria's official website shared details of the meeting, revealing that both leaders discussed economic development in African countries.