FRIDAY, 05 JUNE 2026, 15:23
Deputy President receives courtesy visit from Cuba’s Ambassador to South Africa
Deputy President Paul Mashatile on Friday received a courtesy visit in Johannesburg from the Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba to South Africa, Fakri Rodríguez Pinelo.
The Presidency said the courtesy call reaffirmed the historically friendly ties between the governments and peoples of South Africa and...
Tourism sector shows strong signs of recovery and growth
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says Cabinet has welcomed the positive developments in the tourism sector, which continues to show strong signs of recovery and growth.
According to Statistics South Africa’s International Tourism Report, the country recorded 989 329 tourist arrivals in April 2026.
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SA to mark 50th anniversary of the Soweto Uprising
As the country marks Youth Month, Cabinet has called on all sectors of society to support initiatives aimed at empowering young people through education, skills development, entrepreneurship and employment opportunities.
Briefing the media on the outcomes of the Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday, Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo...
Cabinet approves withdrawal of AI policy
Cabinet has approved the withdrawal of the Draft National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy, which was published for public comment in March 2026.“Cabinet approved the withdrawal of the draft AI policy, which was published for public comment in March 2026. “The withdrawal will allow a rework of the AI policy to ensure it achieves its...
Cabinet urges South Africans to register for Local Government Elections
Cabinet has called on all eligible South Africans to register to vote ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections, stressing the importance of citizen participation in shaping the future of communities across the country.
Addressing a post-Cabinet media briefing on Friday, Minister in The Presidency Khumbudzo...
Cabinet commends Telkom’s financial and operational performance
Cabinet has congratulated Telkom on its strong financial and operational performance for the financial year ending 31 March 2026.
The majority state-owned company supported 362 small, medium and micro enterprises through procurement opportunities worth R593 million and contributed to the creation of more than 74 000...
Cabinet outlines action on drugs, Ebola preparedness
Cabinet has reaffirmed government’s commitment to intensifying the fight against organised crime and strengthening South Africa’s contribution to the continental response to Ebola outbreaks.
Briefing media on the outcomes of the Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday, Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said government...
Cabinet approves closure of e-tolls
Cabinet has approved the South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) plan to shut down the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project (GFIP), popularly known as e-tolls.The Executive also approved the orderly resolution of the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) litigation, the treatment of any residual litigation exposure, and the closure of all...
BMW Group South Africa has marked 20 years of its IT Hub in Menlyn, Pretoria, revealing that a team based in the city built the AI visual inspection systems now used to check vehicles on BMW assembly lines around the world. The hub, which started with 11 employees in 2006, has grown to about 2,500 […]
Efham.ai, an AI education platform developed by Egypt-based NixAI, has secured an investment from Foras.AI to support its mission of building the first Arabic community dedicated to learning artificial intelligence in the Arabic language. The investment comes amid growing demand for AI skills across the Middle East and North Africa, as individuals, startups and businesses […]
The Tanzanian government has ordered disciplinary action against supervisors who fail to conduct performance appraisals for public servants and warned of sanctions against employees who misuse artificial intelligence and official government communication systems. Deputy Minister of State in the President’s Office for Public Service Management and Good Governance Regina Qwaray said negligence...
A consortium of African and European organizations has launched a four-year research and advocacy project aimed at ensuring that African perspectives, priorities and knowledge systems are meaningfully integrated into global and regional governance of artificial intelligence. Titled “Fostering Digital Pan-Africanism in AI Governance through Evidence and Action,” the project will run until...
Cabinet approves plan to drive job creation
Cabinet has approved the Revised Industrial Development Strategy (IDS) for implementation to facilitate employment opportunities through various projects and programmes.“The IDS is expected to create thousands of jobs each year, with a strong focus on skills development and preparing unemployed people for high-demand sectors such as...
The state is cross-examining a man accused in the Phala Phala theft case
Piracy and unregulated artificial intelligence could threaten Botswana’s cultural identity and economic future if stronger protections for the creative industry are not put in place, Deputy Permanent Secretary for Broadcasting and Information Services Tshireletso Motlogelwa has warned. Speaking during a media workshop on piracy and AI in the digital ecosystem in Gaborone, Motlogelwa said...
South Africans are encouraged to understand their constitutional rights.
Toddler dies in KZN after allegedly eating chips believed to have been purchased from tuck shop
Earlier this morning, the SAPS confirmed the dismissal of organised crime boss Richard Shibiri.
The NPA’s Asset Forfeiture Unit and the Hawks in Limpopo secure court order forfeiting assets…
President Ramaphosa to address nation on migration strategy
President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to address the nation on government’s comprehensive strategy to manage migration, as concerns over illegal immigration continue to dominate public discourse.
Minister in The Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said on Friday that Cabinet had received and approved a comprehensive approach to...
NYDA launches 100 000 paid youth service opportunities
The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) has launched Phase V of the National Youth Service (NYS) Programme, which will unlock 100 000 paid service opportunities for unemployed young people across South Africa’s nine provinces.
Unveiled on Thursday in partnership with the Presidential Youth Employment Intervention (PYEI),...