Sana Khan

The partnership, formed last year, aims to promote inclusive and economic growth. It focuses on three key areas: energy, transport and logistics and crime and corruption.

Deputy Minister of Finance David Masondo highlighted at the Old Mutual Thought Leaders Forum on Tuesday that without basic services, businesses struggle to operate and investors are hesitant to invest.

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) brought the case to the tribunal, arguing that the contract did not follow the rules of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and should be overturned.

Minister of Electricity and Energy Kgosientsho Ramokgopa highlighted improvements at Tutuka, Kendal, and Kriel power stations. He noted that Tutuka faced many challenges but showed progress over time. Since March, the unplanned capacity loss factor (UCLF) at Tutuka has dropped by 29%, from 2,411MW to 949MW.

This year also marks the 70th anniversary of the 1954 Women's Charter, which was adopted by the founding conference of the Federation of South African Women (FSAW).

Department of Agriculture emphasized that the situation is getting better in the Kouga and Kou-Kamma municipalities with fewer new FMD cases, noting that the last reported case was in mid-July.

Western Cape MEC Anton Bredell said that engineers from the Department of Local Government are on-site assessing the damage to infrastructure, noting that various groups are working to provide humanitarian aid.

The firing follows the party's recent decision to fire Arthur Zwane as its secretary-general for the second time. This comes less than a month after he was reinstated to the role. Zwane had been dismissed earlier along with Treasurer General Danisa Zulu.

The president is expected to be joined by all members of the National Executive, who will be preparing for the visit. During the media briefing, Presidential Spokesperson Vincent Magwenya dismissed claims that the DDM Imbizos have not been successful.

During a media briefing on Wednesday, Presidential Spokesperson Vincent Magwenya announced the president's schedule for the entire month of August, starting from Ramaphosa's visit to Angola on Thursday (Aug. 8).

Ramaphosa reminded ANC Members that they represent what the ANC stands for and should not make headlines for the wrong reasons. He stressed that if the ANC wants to lead again and renew itself, members must act and serve the people as they should.

The new measure is called supercore inflation to track long-term inflation trends. This information comes from an economic note written by Samantha de Kock, MG Ferreira, Mpho Rapapali, Witness Simbanegavi and Mokgabiso Tshenkeng.

Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina said that out of 33 projects in the Free State, 26 have been completed, eliminating about 32,000 buckets. However, the Minister admitted that the program won't eliminate the "undignified" and "repugnant" bucket system across South Africa.

The two-week event will start on Tuesday in Cape Town, marking the first time the meeting is being held in Africa. It will be both in-person and virtual, allowing anyone from around the world to attend.

Zuma was involved in a scheme that provided fake passports to people who weren't eligible for them. The Minister said this sentence is a major win in the battle against organized corruption.

This is the first time PRASA has used the "People's Train" on this route after upgrading the electrical and track infrastructure between Nyanga and Nolungile. Communities along the Central Line can now use the new, modern trains that have already been used on other routes.

The new law also addresses another decision that struck down parts of the IPID Act which previously allowed the Minister of Police to discipline the IPID executive director without parliamentary approval.

Khumalo, along with four other members, was fired from the MK Party in January. This decision followed a meeting where the party's leaders addressed efforts by outside forces to disrupt the organization.

The Department of Social Development (DSD) reminded South Africans, especially caregivers, about the ongoing issue of human trafficking and urged them to stay alert in protecting children.

South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Governor Lesetja Kganyago explained that restrictive monetary policies and improvements in supply chains have helped reduce inflation from its 2022 highs.

South African Electricity Minister Ramokgopa mentioned some local government actions that haven't been well received by communities such as a "surcharge" or network fee.

The Companies Amendment Bill and Companies Second Amendment Bill were both signed into law to simplify business operations, making it easier to hold directors accountable for misconduct and address pay disparities.

The presidency noted that the bill complied with Section 217 of the Constitution, which required that the procurement of goods and services by state organs must be fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective.

Group Chief Executive of Transnet Michelle Phillips appreciated the African Development Bank's support, adding that the loan given by the bank will make a huge contribution to Transnet's capital investment plan to stabilize and improve the rail network.

President Cyril Ramaphosa said a small team of officials from the Presidency and National Treasury, working with various government departments and entities, had made a positive impact on growth and investment through Operation Vulindlela.

These assets are linked to 22 senior officials, service providers and entities involved in an alleged corruption network within the Mpumalanga Department of Public Works.

President Cyril Ramaphosa told the Members of Parliament (MPs) that the electricity crisis has been a major barrier to economic growth and that the Presidency has played a key role in addressing it.

Ramaphosa noted that South Africa has made progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for basic services. Currently, 84% of households have access to piped water, 71% have decent sanitation and 94% have electricity.

President Ramaphosa highlighted that 62 million South Africans are counting on the GNU to succeed, regardless of the opposition. The president encouraged using the current opportunity to restore and build, noting that unity will provide comfort, courage, and strength during tough times.