While highlighting the critical role played by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) in providing credible and independent statistics, Deputy Minister in The Presidency, Nonceba Mhlauli, has called for concerns about the organisation’s financial pressures to be addressed.
“These challenges must be addressed to ensure that the quality and...
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed two Deputy National Directors of Public Prosecutions in a move aimed at strengthening the effectiveness of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) in the fight against crime.In a statement issued on Thursday, the Presidency announced the appointment of Advocate Chuma Mtengwane as Deputy...
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille says South Africa has embarked on one of the most important reforms in the tourism and immigration ecosystem — the rollout of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).
“This is not just a digital upgrade; it is a fundamental shift in how we welcome visitors, how we compete globally and how we grow our...
Health budget vote: Infrastructure high on the agenda
The Department of Health will submit more than 10 bids to the expanded Budget Facility for Infrastructure (BFI) starting in the July 2026 bid window.This is according to Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, during the tabling of the department’s Budget Vote on Wednesday.The bids are aimed at accelerating implementation of...
South African National Parks (SANParks) chairperson Beryl Ferguson says Africa’s Travel Indaba is more than a marketplace – it remains a melting pot for initiatives that expand the horizons of the tourism industry.
Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026 started on Tuesday and ends on Thursday, and is being held under the theme: “Unlimited...
11 suspects arrested in major North West drug lab bust
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has arrested 11 suspects, including four Mexican nationals and one woman, following the discovery of a multimillion-rand drug manufacturing laboratory on a farm in Swartruggens in the North West.
The operation, led by SAPS specialised units, was intelligence-driven and resulted in the...