Talks on efforts to accelerate climate change adaptation underway
The Government of South Africa is hosting representatives from Kenya, Ghana, and the Netherlands in Johannesburg for discussions on strengthening national action to adapt to climate change impacts.
“Successful adaptation requires an integrated approach. This includes factors that turn adaptation planning into...
Withdrawal of legal challenge of online verification service fees welcomed
The Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Leon Schreiber, has welcomed the decision by the Association of Comms and Technology (ACT) to withdraw its court application challenging fee corrections related to the department’s Online Verification Service (OVS).
ACT had filed legal papers in December 2025 in the Gauteng...
Driving inclusive growth through local economic development
By William Baloyi“Sustainable development is the pathway to the future we want for all.” As former United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon reminds us, this is not merely an aspiration, it is an urgent call to action.It challenges governments to act with urgency and purpose to grow the economy, advance social...
By Niko Allie For many South Africans, the Kruger National Park (KNP), affectionally known as Kruger to many, has been our window into the wild. Every visit to this iconic national treasure is an opportunity to interact with nature and possibly view the Big 5.
On 31 May 2026, the Kruger National Park reaches a historic milestone,...
Sixth South Africa Investment Conference Drives Economic Growth and Job Creation
By William Baloyi When a new factory opens its doors, its impact reaches far beyond the production line. It acts as a spark for an economic chain reaction that breathes life into the surrounding community. What starts as a single investment quickly creates a wave of opportunities, enabling households...
South Africa calls for stronger global cooperation in addressing population dynamics
South Africa has called for renewed global cooperation to advance dignity, equality and sustainable development, as world leaders gather to address the challenges of a rapidly changing global landscape.
Delivering the country’s statement at the 59th session of the United Nations Commission on...
In our previous article, we explored how smartphone filmmaking is unlocking creativity across Africa, giving more people the tools to tell their stories and participate in the global creative economy. But access was only the starting point. Today, we are witnessing a deeper shift, one where the combination of mobile technology, accessible media platforms, and […]
Public Protector clears Deputy President of wrongdoing
The Office of the Deputy President has welcomed the Public Protector’s findings that cleared Deputy President Paul Mashatile and Transport Minister Barbara Creecy of any alleged wrongdoing regarding the appointment of outgoing South African Airways (SAA) CEO, Professor John Lamola.
JSC resolves on three candidates for Supreme Court of Appeal
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has resolved to advise President Cyril Ramaphosa to appoint three judges to the Supreme Court of Appeal.This after the commission conducted interviews for the positions on Monday.
The three candidates are: Judge Thandi Victoria Norman, Judge Bashier Vally and Judge Leonie...
SA, Germany upgrade ties to Strategic Partnership at landmark BNC meeting
South Africa and Germany have agreed to upgrade their bilateral relations to a Strategic Partnership, marking a major outcome of the 12th German-South African Bi-National Commission (BNC) meeting held in Berlin, Germany, on Monday.
In a joint press statement issued by the Department of International Relations...