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SA participates in Energy Conference

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Pretoria – South Africa has taken part in the eighth Clean Energy Ministerial Conference in China in order to observe international best practices as the country works towards meeting its energy objectives.

Eskom establishes energy storage facility

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Pretoria - Eskom has established a first of its kind battery test and demonstration facility at its Research and Innovation Centre in Rosherville, Johannesburg.

Universal access to clean drinking water achievable

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With the growing demand for fresh water around the world, the good news is that the South African government is on track to ensure that everyone has access to clean drinking water by 2030, writes Nthambeleni Gabara

Viability of municipalities in the spotlight

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Cape Town – The President of the South African Local Government Association (SALGA), Parks Tau, says there is a need to improve the viability of municipalities through innovative revenue streams.

Survey outcomes affirm government is hard at work

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Pretoria – Cabinet welcomes the release of the General Household Survey (GHS) 2016, which continues to show progress in the implementation of government programmes to improve the lives of South Africans, especially disadvantaged communities.

Youth urged to use government support, resources

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Pretoria – The youth are encouraged to participate in Youth Day activities and to make use of all the support and resources that government has made available to improve their prospects and advance their participation in the economy.

Unite against violence, abuse of women, children

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Pretoria – Cabinet has reiterated President Jacob Zuma’s call for South Africans to unite against violence and abuse of women and children, urging all South Africans to take urgent steps to eradicate this scourge in the communities.

Cabinet commends SA-Novartis deal

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Pretoria – Cabinet has welcomed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between Novartis, the South African Medical Research Council (MRC) and the Department of Science and Technology to boost the volume and quality of clinical trials.

50-50 policy upskilling farm workers

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Cape Town – Rural Development and Land Reform Minister Gugile Nkwinti says his department has entered into an agreement with the National Empowerment Fund (NEF) and the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) to help farm workers to become farm owners.

Fake news a serious threat to SA's stability

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Pretoria - KwaZulu-Natal Acting Premier Sihle Zikalala has issued a strong warning against the proliferation of fake news, describing it as a serious threat which could undermine the stability of countries.