South Africa

President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to participate in several key engagements over the coming weeks, beginning with the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia.

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will chair the first meeting of the Government of National Unity (GNU) clearing house mechanism as South Africa celebrates the milestone of 100 days in office of this administration.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for immediate action to address the escalating water and sanitation crisis in the Mogale City Local Municipality, following reports of untreated sewage being discharged into local water systems.

Defence and Military Veterans Minister, Angie Motshekga, has urged Africa to safeguard its coastlines from human trafficking, drug trafficking and illegal fishing, and prioritise maritime safety.

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) and the Gauteng Provincial Legislature’s Integrity Commission have signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance governance, ethics, and integrity through collaborative oversight.

The Deputy Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Judith Nemadzinga-Tshabalala, has called on the mining industry to adopt a strong health and safety culture to eradicate harm and death in the sector.

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of severe storms in the Free State, North West, Northern Cape and the Eastern Cape on Thursday.

Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister, Sello Seitlholo, has called for immediate intervention to address the poor state of wastewater infrastructure, water quality and pollution of water sources in some parts of Mpumalanga.

The Department of Human Settlements has warned the public to be vigilant of a housing scam on social media platforms.

Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina has called for unity across the continent in sustainable water development and collaboration through public private partnerships and investment.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that former Minister of Finance and prominent figure in South Africa's democratic transition, Dr Tito Mboweni, will be honoured with a Special Official Funeral Category 2 following his passing on Saturday at the age of 65.

Seven people – including a former Member of Parliament – have been arrested for alleged corruption related to a R27 million tender.

South African Revenue Service Commissioner, Edward Kieswetter, has granted special permission for the importation of jet fuel, known as kerosene, after the industry raised concerns about the threat of fuel shortage.

The Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) is expected to convene its second public dialogue on the National Climate Change Response Fund on Thursday.

A 45-year-old man suspected of the murder of 18 people in the Eastern Cape has abandoned his bail application in the Lusikisiki Magistrates’ Court in the Eastern Cape.