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Thabiso Lucas Thiti appointed as FIC Director
The Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, has appointed Thabiso Lucas Thiti as the Director of the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) for a period of five years, effective on 15 April 2026.
Thiti is expected to continue and deepen the vital work the FIC has done to combat illicit financial flows, organised crime, money laundering, and...
New era of digital government in North West
North West Premier Lazarus Mokgosi says the provincial government is now operating on a “modern digital foundation built for the future”.
He said this when he outlined progress in the province’s digital transformation programme at a media briefing at Mmabatho Palms Hotel, on Tuesday.
Mokgosi said the province had delivered on commitments...
Western Cape allocates R22m for livestock drought relief
The Western Cape Department of Agriculture has approved R22 million in risk reduction funding to provide fodder support to livestock farmers affected by ongoing dry grazing conditions linked to climate variability.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the department said extended periods of limited rainfall have placed...
EFF turned to the ConCourt to challenge parliaments decision to not adopt Section 89 panel report
BMA says it is concerned about the rising number of minors intercepted at Beitbridge border.
Evidence has also revealed that Gubis85 solutions got the bulk of a security tender in the city.
BBBEE policy a critical component of SA’s democracy
Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau says the Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) policy remains a critical component of South Africa’s constitutional democracy and the process of rebuilding the country.
The Minister said this when he was in conversation about the overall state of the South African economy...
Authorities have warned that if the protest continues, it will have an adverse economic impact.
First batch of HIV prevention medicine arrives in SA
The Department of Health has welcomed the arrival of the first batch of HIV prevention medicine, Lenacapavir, to the country.
The initial consignment, comprising approximately 37 920 doses, was delivered to the country last week.
“This is part of integrated, differentiated and people-centred HIV prevention services, offering new...
SAWS releases seasonal climate forecast
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) forecast indicates that warmer conditions are expected in most parts of the country in the late autumn and winter, while significant rainfall is expected mainly over the southern and eastern coastal parts of South Africa.
In its seasonal climate watch released on Tuesday, the weather service said the...
Bolhuis is testifying about corruption allegations levelled against the TMPD.
James says the charge relates to the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act.
President Cyril Ramaphosa welcomes ceasefire between the US, Israel and Iran…
Gauteng Investment Conference kicks off on Thursday
Johannesburg will take centre stage on Thursday as the Gauteng Provincial Government hosts the second annual Gauteng Investment Conference (GIC).
The GIC – which comes hot off the heels of the successful sixth South Africa Investment Conference – will be held at Melrose Arch, with Deputy President Paul Mashatile expected to...
Gauteng Education MEC says it will cost R45 million to repair Riverlea Secondary School.
President Ramaphosa urges new envoys to strengthen diplomatic, economic ties
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on newly appointed ambassadors and high commissioners to deepen diplomatic, economic and people-to-people relations between South Africa and their respective countries.
The President received letters of credence from the newly appointed Heads of Mission from 20 countries...
SA welcomes Middle East ceasefire, calls for lasting peace
President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire in the Middle East, expressing hope that it will pave the way for a permanent resolution to the conflict.
Speaking during the Credentials Ceremony at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guesthouse in Pretoria on Wednesday, President Ramaphosa said South...
He says they will appear in the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court once they have been charged.
Calls for government intervention to address rising paraffin prices in South Africa.
El Shadai Security Services is one of the companies that is entangled in alleged tender rigging.
Stakeholders from government, industry, academia and development institutions have called for ethical governance frameworks, investment in digital skills and stronger regional collaboration to advance artificial intelligence adoption across East Africa. The discussions took place at the fourth East African Community Regional Science, Technology and Innovation Conference, held at the Kigali...