South Africa

South Africa will once again mark Freedom Day on Thursday, chronicling a journey of 23 years since millions of its people voted for their government of choice on 27 April 1994.

West of Bizana in the Eastern Cape, below the majestic Ngele Mountains that stretch all the way to Kwazulu Natal, is the peaceful and quiet village of Nkantolo.
This is where Oliver Reginald Tambo was born, grew up and attended school.

Pretoria - Africa and China’s youth have vowed to continue making a positive impact and strengthen relations based on mutual trust, solidarity and coordination for the benefit of both countries.

Pretoria - Public Enterprises Minister Lynne Brown has granted the Eskom board more time to resolve through a mutually beneficial consultation process a pension pay-out to its former Group Chief Executive, Brian Molefe.

Pretoria - Having one seamless health department is what Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi believes would mean freedom to him and the millions of citizens who depend on the country’s health system.

Pretoria - The Gauteng Department of Education has announced the admission period when parents must start with online applications for the 2018 academic year.

Siena Van Niekerk, now 75 years old, has lived in a house made up of asbestos ever since she moved to the area of Morningstar, Durbanvile, in the Western Cape, 48 years ago.

Pretoria – As the nation prepares to observe Freedom Day on Thursday, Brand South Africa has urged South Africans to respect, preserve and be responsible for their freedom.

Pretoria - Public Service and Administration Minister Faith Muthambi has sent good wishes to all public servants in all spheres of government, as South Africa celebrates Freedom Day on 27 April and Workers’ Day on 1 May.

Pretoria – Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Minister Senzeni Zokwana has commended a farming project, which harnesses the power of the sun to grow vegetables.

Pretoria – Students on campuses throughout the Western Cape are now able to do HIV testing, receive counselling and education, thanks to the 2017 First Things First campaign.

Pretoria – China and South Africa have pledged mutual support for each other’s tourism ventures as the two countries deepen cooperation on all fronts of their development.

Pretoria – North West Premier Supra Mahumapelo has commended police for the swift arrest of two suspects linked to the murder of a 12-year-old child in Coligny.

Pretoria - Counterfeit goods and drugs worth over R8.3 million were seized by the South African Revenue Service (SARS) during raids at OR Tambo International Airport.

Pretoria – South African Airways (SAA) says preparations are underway to support service disruptions as the South African Cabin Crew Association (SACCA) has started its strike.