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Egypt has published its National Guidelines for Trustworthy and Responsible Artificial Intelligence, establishing a practical framework for how AI should be developed, deployed and overseen across both public and private sectors. The guidelines, published March 14, are designed to complement Egypt’s existing AI governance framework. While that framework defines what should be regulated, the...
Calls for deeper SA–China trade ties to drive industrialisation and jobs
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has called for stronger economic cooperation between South Africa and China, urging increased investment in key sectors to support industrialisation, job creation and sustainable growth.
Speaking at the South Africa-China Economic and Trade Forum, held at the Mount Nelson Hotel...
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria.
Partnerships key to solving South Africa’s water crisis – Mahlobo
Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister David Mahlobo has emphasised the critical role of partnerships in addressing South Africa’s water and sanitation challenges.Mahlobo was speaking at the 2026 Future of Sustainability Conference, held in Johannesburg, on Wednesday.Held under the theme: “Africa’s Green Horizon:...
Public comments sought on proposed deposits for the 2026/27 Local Government Elections
The Electoral Commission will today publish a Government Gazette notice inviting political parties, independent candidates and all interested stakeholders to comment on the proposed deposit amount for the 2026/27 Local Government Elections.
By law, registered political parties and independent...
Deputy Minister Lindiwe Ntshalintshali addressed a Parliamentary debate on Thursday.
Husband arrested for drugging, raping his wife then distributing pornographic material
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has arrested two suspects for possession and distribution of drug-facilitated sexual abuse and child sexual abuse material, following a multi-disciplinary operation in Gauteng.
The national Serial and Electronic Crime Investigations (SECI) team received an...
NUSA president says the title bears no significance to the local establishment framework
Legal professionals to discuss Companies Tribunal’s extended jurisdiction
Legal professionals will on Tuesday convene at the Johannesburg Society of Advocates offices in Sandton for a seminar hosted by the Companies Tribunal aimed at informing stakeholders about its extended jurisdiction, as well as the recent appointment of retired judges.
The seminar will also outline the...
Hendricks leads community registration outreach programme in Mohlakeng
Social Development Deputy Minister Ganief Hendricks is today leading an Integrated Community Registration Outreach Programme (ICROP) at the Mohlakeng Old Age Home, in Gauteng’s West Rand.ICROP is one of the South African Social Security Agency’s (SASSA) flagship initiatives, designed to bring essential...
Isaac Mangena says technicians are on site to investigate the cause of the disruption.
Two suspects arrested for possession and distribution of drug facilitated sexual abuse videos
National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola has been summoned to appear in court next month.
Khumalo is accused of assaulting complainant Bongani Radebe and pointing a firearm at him.
Adv. Andrew Chauke says 6 black prosecutors faced disciplinary processes under Adv. Shamila Batohi
An expert says the disinvitation highlights South Africa’s deteriorating relationship with the US.
Free State to outline challenges, solutions, in engagement with President Ramaphosa
Free State Premier MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae has told SAnews.gov.za, that the provincial government’s engagement with President Cyril Ramaphosa and the National Executive today, presents an opportunity for the province to address its challenges.The President will lead the engagement with the...
President Ramaphosa visits Free State’s housing units
President Cyril Ramaphosa has, together with Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane, conducted a site visit to the Dark and Silver City Community Residential Units at the Mangaung Metro Municipality in the Free State. The project – which is aimed at providing low-income housing for thousands of citizens – has been faced...
The late Terry Bell’s brother describes him as a larger-than-life character
The US threatened to boycott the meeting if South Africa attended the G7 Summit
In Gauteng, more than 9000 patients are currently waiting for cataract surgeries