With the 15 000-strong crowd packed into Wanderers Stadium hanging on to his every word, former US President Barack Obama called on the world -- with emphasis on the youth -- to keep the torch of Nelson Mandela’s legacy burning.
Active citizenry, fighting corruption, strong democracies and youth empowerment were just some of the key take-aways from speakers who set the tone for the 16th Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture.
Economic Development Minister Ebrahim Patel says the Competition Amendment Bill will equip competition authorities with the tools to probe anti-competitive behaviour by cartels and monopolies in the economy.
Bidvest Wanderers Stadium is abuzz with the young and old, who are eagerly awaiting the delivery of the 16th Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture by former US President Barack Obama.
Small Business Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu has urged young people to recommit themselves to the historic task of being agents of change and lead the reconstruction as well as the development of the country.
As the school bells rings to mark the start of the third school term, Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga has welcomed back learners and teachers to schools across the country.
South Africa will come alive with activities in celebration of Nelson Mandela’s centenary tomorrow by spreading some Madiba Magic by helping charities, disadvantaged schools and advocating for peace and reconciliation.
National Treasury has published the draft Taxation Laws Amendment Bill, (TLAB) and draft Tax Administration Laws Amendment Bill (TALAB) for public comment.
The Northern Cape MEC for Transport, Safety and Liaison, Lebogang Motlhaping, has strongly condemned the violent protests and looting that erupted in Kimberley as residents marched over electricity tariffs.
Banners bearing the late icon Nelson Mandela’s face have lined the cordoned off roads leading to Bidvest Wanderers Stadium, where former President of the United States Barack Obama will deliver the 16th Annual Nelson Mandela Lecture.
Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma has encouraged delegates at the BRICS Youth Summit to pay particular attention to attaining gender mainstreaming and parity.
Brand South Africa on Monday congratulated the country’s sportsmen and women on their achievements at the weekend.
Public Service and Administration Minister Ayanda Dlodlo will participate in the 5th Open Government Partnership Global Summit in Tbilisi, Georgia, from Tuesday.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has pledged its unwavering commitment to the continued fight against poaching.
The Department of Home Affairs says it has managed to launch its live-capture system.
