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Botswana State Visit a “coming together of brethren” – President Ramaphosa

Yesterday at 09:57 AM, via SAnews

Botswana State Visit a “coming together of brethren” – President Ramaphosa

The State Visit to Botswana is not merely a diplomatic formality, but a “coming together of brethren from the same family”.This is according to President Cyril Ramaphosa who delivered remarks at a State Banquet hosted by Botswana President Duma Boko on the first day of the two-day visit to the...

Government intensifies preparations for Local Government Elections

Yesterday at 09:54 AM, via SAnews

Government intensifies preparations for Local Government Elections

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa, says government has intensified preparations for the 2026 Local Government Elections scheduled for 4 November 2026.Delivering the 2026/27 Budget Vote for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs in Parliament on Wednesday, Hlabisa said...

Government outlines measures to combat fake news and AI-driven misinformation

Yesterday at 07:59 AM, via SAnews

Government outlines measures to combat fake news and AI-driven misinformation

Minister in The Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has outlined the government’s plans to combat misinformation, disinformation and malinformation, including proposals for a public fact-checking platform, restrictions on fake news broadcasts, and mandatory disclosure of AI-generated content on digital...

Repositioning government communication to better serve citizens

Wednesday at 21:49 PM, via SAnews

Repositioning government communication to better serve citizens

In a move aimed at improving public access to reliable information, the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) is repositioning itself as a central hub for credible government content, enhanced media monitoring and faster responses to citizens’ concerns. 

“This is part of evolving GCIS from being just...

Government sets aside R423bn to strengthen municipalities and traditional governance

Wednesday at 16:11 PM, via SAnews

Government sets aside R423bn to strengthen municipalities and traditional governance

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has tabled a combined R423.4 billion budget for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs for the 2026/27 financial year, with government placing renewed focus on fixing dysfunctional municipalities, improving...

Defence budget prioritises border security, military readiness and crime-fighting support

Wednesday at 15:46 PM, via SAnews

Defence budget prioritises border security, military readiness and crime-fighting support

Government has allocated R57.6 billion to the Department of Defence for the 2026/27 financial year, with a strong focus on border safeguarding, internal security support and rebuilding South Africa’s defence capabilities amid mounting regional and domestic security pressures.

Tabling Budget...

Social grants remain central as Social Development tables R302bn budget

Wednesday at 15:15 PM, via SAnews

Social grants remain central as Social Development tables R302bn budget

The Department of Social Development has tabled a R302 billion Budget Vote for the 2026/27 financial year, with government reaffirming its commitment to strengthening South Africa’s social protection system amid rising global economic pressures and persistent inequality.

Acting Social Development Minister...

Calls for swift arrest of suspects in murder of NW community activist

Wednesday at 14:58 PM, via SAnews

Calls for swift arrest of suspects in murder of NW community activist

The North West Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Community Safety and Transport Management has urged police to intensify investigations into the murder of community activist Thato Molosankwe, who was allegedly shot dead by unknown assailants in Mahikeng in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

The...

South Africa and Botswana deepen cooperation

Wednesday at 14:36 PM, via SAnews

South Africa and Botswana deepen cooperation

International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola has called for deeper and more practical cooperation between South Africa and Botswana, as the two countries convened the Ministerial Session of the Sixth Bi-National Commission (BNC) in Gaborone on Wednesday.

Delivering opening remarks, Lamola emphasised that the...

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