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Russian President Vladimir Putin noted the strong growth of BRICS and its increasing influence in global affairs. He stated that the BRICS countries have great potential in political power, economy, science, technology, and human development.

Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) noted that its goal is to ensure that the 3,000 children born each day have enough food, love, safety and education to help the country grow, boost the economy, and break the cycles of inequality and poverty.

During the meeting, Ramaphosa informed the Russian delegation that since the last BRICS Summit in South Africa in 2023, the country has held elections and established a Government of National Unity.

The heavy rain may cause flooding of roads and settlements, pose a danger to life, disrupt essential services, temporarily cut off communities and damage roads and bridges.

Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa explained that, over the past week, Eskom has been averaging around 10,500 megawatts of installed capacity that was unavailable for various reasons, including unit failures and suboptimal performance.

Letsoha-Mathae and her husband, Mangaung Metro Speaker Lawrence Mathae, were accused of taking money for favors related to a multimillion-rand road tender last week. At the time, Letsoha-Mathae was the MEC for public works and roads.

President Ramaphosa noted that this shift presents a great industrialization opportunity for South Africa and the region, especially within the framework of the African Continental Free Trade Area.

President Cyril Ramaphosa continued to call for urgent reform of the Security Council, based on the common African position outlined in the Ezulwini Consensus. This position demands two permanent seats and five non-permanent seats on the UNSC for Africa.

President Cyril Ramaphosa sent a letter to Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi, asking him to work with the municipality under section 139 of the Constitution. The president urged the Premier to collaborate with the municipality to take immediate action to fix the problem.

The two organizations will take part in activities such as responding to complaints, sharing reports, exchanging information about governance and working together on projects.

The new bid window builds on the 12 infrastructure initiatives that President Cyril Ramaphosa announced at the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium in South Africa (SIDSSA) in March.

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.

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.

Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition Zuko Godlimpi and the Botswana Minister of Trade and Industry Mmusi Kgafela talked about potential cooperation in areas of mutual interest where investment can be increased.

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.

International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola expressed concern about the rise of coups in Africa in recent years, mentioning that six member states are currently suspended from the African Union (AU) due to unconstitutional government changes.

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.