‘Africa has what it needs to succeed’ – President Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on participants at the Africa Energy Indaba to use the platform to unite to realise an “Africa that meets its needs for reliable and cost-effective energy”.

The annual indaba, held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, brings together the continent’s energy leaders,...

Revised Biodiversity Management Plan published for implementation

The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willem Abraham  Aucamp, has published the Revised Biodiversity Management Plan (BMP) for Pelargonium sidoides in South Africa, for implementation.

Pelargonium sidoides is a medicinal plant native to South Africa, particularly found in the Eastern Cape, Free...

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition has quietly set up a departmental task team to investigate the macro-manufacturing of counterfeit alchohol.

Godongwana extends term for FSCA commissioners

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has reappointed Unathi Kamlana as Commissioner of the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) for a further five-year term, along with two Deputy Commissioners. 

In this position, he is responsible for the overall leadership of the organisation, developing and implementing the FSCA’s regulatory...

Remaining Grade 1 And Grade 8 Learners in Gauteng all placed

Gauteng MEC for Education, Matome Chiloane, has announced the complete placement of the remaining Grade 1 and Grade 8 learners, whose parents and guardians applied online through the 2026 Online Admissions system. In a statement on Wednesday, the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) said that approximately 484 Grade 1...

Transnet suspends nine employees for colluding with suppliers

Transnet has suspended nine employees implicated in alleged collusion with suppliers as part of ongoing efforts to eliminate corruption and misconduct within the organisation. 

Disciplinary proceedings against three of the suspended employees have commenced, with charges against other implicated officials...

President Ramaphosa hails Lekota as a patriot and champion of non-racial democracy

President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended heartfelt condolences, following the passing of veteran politician and struggle stalwart, Mosiuoa Lekota, describing him as a patriot whose life was deeply intertwined with South Africa’s liberation and democratic journey.

Lekota passed away at the age of 77...

NW Police Commissioner praises the arrest of a police officer

Acting North West Police Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Ryno Naidoo, has welcomed the arrest of a police constable for murder and housebreaking.

Constable Kutlwano Joy Tshepe (29) was apprehended on Thursday evening in Phokeng. 

This followed allegations that he broke into his ex-girlfriend’s house in Roma Section...

Communities key in protecting biodiversity economy

Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willie Aucamp, has highlighted the need to safeguard the biodiversity economy through stronger collaboration with communities and traditional authorities.

“Communities are no longer viewed merely as beneficiaries of conservation. Through co-management arrangements and...

Hosting the SADC Summit is a testament to eThekwini’s progress

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the decision to hold the 46th Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) in eThekwini in August 2026, is an encouraging acknowledgement of the progress the city has made.

“This is a worthy recognition of the progress that has been...

Rio Tinto mining project a nod to SA mining industry strength

Rio Tinto’s announcement to restart the Richards Bay Minerals’ $473 million Zulti South project has been described as a vote of confidence in South Africa’s mining industry. This week, the mining company announced the restart with the aim of extending the mine’s life to 2050.“This significant capital commitment...