South Africa

The Department of Energy (DoE) will later this year launch a new bid window as part of its Renewable Energy Independent Power Producers Procurement Programme, said Minister Jeff Radebe.

The Department of Labour and the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) have launched the long- awaited registration campaign of unclaimed benefits for ex-mineworkers in the Northern Cape, targeting Hartswater in Phokwane Local Municipality.

The relief on Anne Myeni's face is tangible that she no longer has to walk long distances to fetch water. For the first time in the 48-year-old's life, she has access to piped water that she can get at the turn of a tap.

The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) has dismissed media reports that its Chief Executive Officer, Dr Daniel Matjila, is on the brink of being suspended.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) participated in the annual “Take a child to work” campaign this week by hosting learners from various schools across the country.

Deputy President David Mabuza has arrived in the Kenyan capital Nairobi for a working visit, which also coincides with Madaraka Day (Freedom Day) celebrations.

The Gauteng Provincial Government together with the provincial Department of Human Settlements will be handing over title deeds every week, says Gauteng Premier David Makhura.

Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, says proposed changes to the Intellectual Property Policy will do away with prolonged patents and open up the pharmaceuticals sector for more affordable generi

A report into the introduction of History as a compulsory subject has recommended that History should be phased in incrementally from 2023 in Grade 10 to 2025 in Grade 12.

Government has expressed outrage over the reported sexual assault of a nine-month-old baby.

The Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF) on Thursday confirmed the outbreak of African Swine Fever in the Northern Cape.

Public Works Minister Thulas Nxesi on Thursday called on property sector representatives and members of the public to work with government to expose corruption.

Plans are underway to ensure the successful hosting of the 10th BRICS Summit in July, Communications Minister Nomvula Mokonyane said on Thursday.

Government has announced its decision to cease the continued funding of the Solms Delta Wine estate project.

Brand South Africa has congratulated Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene on his appointment as chairman of the Board of Governors of the New Development Bank (NDB).