South Africa

The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) has called on South Africans to reflect on the progress the country has made in advancing human rights.

The South African Post Office (SAPO) has met the obligations in its role for the readiness of the electronic payment option for social grants, says Telecommunications and Postal Services Minister Siyabonga Cwele.

As part of celebrating Human Rights Day, Public Service and Administration Minister Ayanda Dlodlo announced that her department will embark on a campaign to encourage public servants to observe Batho Pele principles.

Deputy President David Mabuza will today lead the national Human Rights Day commemoration in remembrance of the 69 protesters, who were killed by apartheid security forces during the anti-pass law protest in Sharpeville, Vereeniging.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has arrived in Kagili, Rwanda, where he is leading a South African delegation to the 10th Extraordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU).

Deputy President David Mabuza says all sectors of the economy must prioritize programmes that seek to protect and empower women in order to achieve true emancipation of women, social cohesion and nation building.

Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa in partnership with other government departments, private and civil organisations will this afternoon host a Human Rights dialogue at the Vaal, in Johannesburg.

Public Service and Administration Minister Ayanda Dlodlo has called on all public servants to observe the principles of Batho Pele and put people first.

South Africa will on Thursday join the international community in commemorating World TB Day.

Transport Minister Blade Nzimande has discouraged law enforcement officials from accepting bribes from motorists.

Home Affairs Minister Malusi Gigaba says migration is not a matter that can be resolved by governments alone, as it needs a multiplicity of stakeholders.

Government is willing to amend the current Mining Charter should there be a need to do so, Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe said on Tuesday.

The Hawks have dismissed media reports alleging that the crime-fighting unit is investigating Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan.

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize says the Ministry has resolved to step in to support dysfunctional and distressed municipalities in a bid to improve service delivery.

Deputy President David Mabuza says South Africa should use Human Rights Month to reflect on the dreams and aspirations of Madiba, which include the respect of basic human rights and commitment to the rule of law.