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"SA shines as a prime conference destination"

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If you want to host a mega conference without the logistical hassle or fuss, alongside breath-taking scenery and in world-class facilities then South Africa should be your destination of choice.

Government detaches itself from CIA allegations

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Pretoria - Government has distanced itself from the reported statement by Deputy Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Kebby Maphatsoe, that Public Protector Thuli Madonsela is an agent of the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).

Mozambican peace deal welcomed

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Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma has welcomed the signing of a peace agreement between Mozambican President Armando Guebuza and Afonso Dhlakama, leader of the former rebel movement Renamo.

SA, SKA partners developing a new African network of telescopes

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Pretoria – Science and Technology Minister, Naledi Pandor, says the partnerships with the eight other African nations that will host remote stations of the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) telescope remain strong and the countries are developing a new African network of telescopes.

Youth Summit to enhance electoral democracy

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Pretoria - Over 100 young people, representing youth organisations and institutions, will this week take part in a Youth Summit, where they will discuss ways to enhance youth participation in electoral democracy in South Africa.

Mpumalanga ready for ANA

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Pretoria - The Mpumalanga Department of Education on Monday confirmed its readiness for the 2014 Annual National Assessment (ANA), saying all systems are in place for the smooth writing of the exams.

Call for stock theft to be given higher priority

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Pretoria - Stock theft should be given the same level of priority and attention as cash heists in the fight against crime, says Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Deputy Minister General Bheki Cele.

National Parks Week launched

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Pretoria - In an effort to promote access to the natural beauty that South Africa has to offer, the South African National Parks (SANParks) in partnership with First National Bank (FNB) and Total South Africa, have launched the 9th National Parks Week.

President Zuma to visit Lesotho

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Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma will on Tuesday embark on a working visit to the Kingdom of Lesotho, to meet the country’s King Letsie III and the Coalition Leaders.

Government calls for more talks between UKZN, students

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Pretoria – The Department of Higher Education and Training has urged management at the University of KwaZulu-Natal to resume engagements with the student leadership and ensure that no party withdraws until they find a solution to the protest action there.

Government, media must work together: Deputy Minister

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Pretoria - Deputy Minister in The Presidency for Planning, Performance, Monitoring, Evaluation and Administration, Buti Manamela, says there is room for media and government to work together towards a sustained developmental agenda for the continent.

11 000 trees to create urban forest

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Pretoria - Ekurhuleni Metro aims to celebrate Arbor month by planting 11 000 trees in 101 wards this month, to eliminate the effects of climate change.

Mixed housing plan for dolomite areas

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Pretoria – Gauteng MEC of Human Settlements and Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Jacob Mamabolo, says a mixed housing plan will be ideal for areas affected by dolomite.