South Africa

Across the world governments and nations are grappling with the question of how to grow their economies and create jobs. In South Africa, we are the first to accept that our economy is growing too slowly.

Pretoria - The Electoral Commission (IEC) on Monday expressed satisfaction with the start of the casting of special votes in the 2016 Local Government Elections with most voting stations opening on time.

This month the world came together in celebration of the life and legacy of former President Nelson Mandela, who profoundly changed our country and the world for the better.

Pretoria – Doctor Tshwale, who cast his special vote this morning, has encouraged leaders to address issues that are raised by residents on a daily basis as they arise to avoid frustrations amongst community members.

Pretoria - The Department of Labour-appointed M1/Grayston Drive pedestrian and cyclist structural bridge inquiry will continue on Tuesday after a week’s recess.

Johannesburg - Those who don’t vote have no say and can’t complain about not getting services from government, says Maureen Valsecchi of Dainfern in Johannesburg.

Pretoria - The Eskom Development Foundation has donated electrical equipment to Mamellong Comprehensive School in Tsakane, Ekurhuleni.

Pretoria – The 2016 Municipal Elections have started with more than 700 000 people, who registered for special votes, casting their votes from today.

Pretoria - Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga has condemned the torching of a school in Mareetsane village near Mafikeng.

Pretoria – Environmental Affairs Minister Edna Molewa has thanked the men and women who protect South Africa’s wildlife and natural heritage as the country commemorates World Ranger Day.

Pretoria – The Northern Cape MEC for Transport, Safety and Liaison, Pauline Williams, says the province will hold safe and secure Local Government Elections.

Pretoria – The price of petrol is set to decrease by 99 cents a litre on Wednesday.

Pretoria – The Electoral Commission (IEC) says the stolen ballot papers in Soweto will have no impact on the integrity of the elections.

Pretoria - The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) will on Monday brief media in Vuwani, Limpopo, on the state of readiness by the South African security agencies to secure the 2016 Local Government Elections.

Pretoria – With just a few days to go before the 3 August Municipal Elections, government has called on all eligible voters to go in their numbers to cast their votes.