South Africa

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has dismissed claims circulating on social media that its forces surrendered to M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Efforts to ensure that South Africa has a clean and healthy environment are under the spotlight at the 7th Global Forum of Cities for Circular Economy (GFCCE) workshop.

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has reiterated government’s commitment to fighting the scourge of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) in South Africa.

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has confirmed the passing away of three of its members following a mortar bomb attack by the M23 rebel militia near Goma Airport in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on Monday.

Traveller and cargo operations at the Oshoek Port of Entry, the main border post between South Africa and Eswatini, have resumed.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the Preservation and Development of Agricultural Land Bill into law, marking a significant step toward safeguarding South Africa’s agricultural land for long-term food production and economic growth.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the Marine Pollution (Prevention of Pollution from Ships) Amendment Bill, ushering in stronger measures to better protect South Africa’s oceans from ship-related pollution.

South Africa is today hosting a media launch to pave the way to the 19th edition of Meetings Africa -- the continent's premier business events trade show.

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has thanked police officers for the sacrifices they make to safeguard the country.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the Housing Consumer Protection Bill, which is geared at offering greater protection for housing consumers and support for new entrants in the home building industry.

Public comments are sought on the draft National Elephant Heritage Strategy in South Africa.

The blood, sweat and tears of the men and women in blue have been honoured at the official National Police Day event.

Despite increasing to 480 the number of schools where the Western Cape Government (WCG) subsidised holiday security, the province has seen a rise in burglary and vandalism cases during this period.

South African film producer, Anant Singh, has been appointed to the Global Arts and Culture Council (GACC).

On Monday, 27 January, the South African Police Service (SAPS) remembers the sacrifices that men and women in blue have made and continue to make as they provide safety for all who live in South Africa. The event to mark National Police Day, will take place at Kings Park Athletics Stadium, Durban.