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Global innovators unite in G20 hackathon 

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The Group of 20 (G20) Research and Innovation Working Group (RIWG) Hackathon which brings together innovators to tackle pressing challenges like climate change, is currently underway.

Youth urged to embrace BRICS cultural diversity

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Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Mmapaseka Steve Letsike, has called on young people to embrace the rich cultural diversity of BRICS and recognise its role in shaping a more inclusive global order.

Government launches Public Service Month  

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Public Service and Administration Minister Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi has launched the Integrated Public Service Month, with a strong message that professionalising the public service is a constitutional and developmental imperative that is a non-negotiable.

Task team to tackle foot-and-mouth disease established

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Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has announced the establishment of an Industry –Government Task Team to strengthen South Africa’s response to animal diseases, with a particular focus on foot-and-mouth disease (FMD).

SA steps into Heritage Month

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As South Africa marks Heritage Month this September, Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has called for the repositioning of South Africa’s museums, archives, and heritage sites as active contributors to national identity, social change and development.

Call for MSMEs to apply for support of up to R23 million

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The Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) has called on qualifying Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to apply for support of up to R23 million under the Business Infrastructure Support Programme (BISP).

New head of Independent Power Producers Office announced

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The Department of Electricity and Energy (DEE) has announced the appointment of experienced power generation executive, Precious Mmabakwena Edward, as the new Head of the Independent Power Producers Office (IPPO).