South Africa

The Department of Trade and Industry (dti) has set aside R415 million to refurbish 11 industrial parks across South Africa.

The Hawks in the Western Cape have welcomed the hefty sentences imposed on five suspects who operated an illegal abalone enterprise.

Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga and officials from the provincial education departments will meet this morning to map the way forward with regards to pit toilets at schools.

South African companies participating in the Department of Trade and Industry’s (dti) Outward Trade and Investment Mission have identified several business opportunities in Ghana’s economy.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa will become a signatory to the African Union’s agreement on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

Forty-four African countries have signed an agreement establishing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) in Kigali, the capital city of Rwanda.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has conveyed his condolences to the government and people of Vietnam following the passing of former Prime Minister Phan Van Khai.

Deputy President David Mabuza has challenged all South Africans, black and white, to fight for the rights of children in townships and villages.

Communications Minister Nomvula Mokonyane has called on South Africans to protect the country’s hard earned democracy as the country celebrates Human Rights Day.

The Commission for Gender Commission (CGE) has called for a high-level intervention and initiatives to address gender based violence (GBV) as it threatens the safety and security of women and the girl child in South Africa.

As the country commemorates Human Rights Day, Brand South Africa has called on South Africans to not forget the price that was paid for the liberation of the country.

The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) has called on South Africans to reflect on the progress the country has made in advancing human rights.

The South African Post Office (SAPO) has met the obligations in its role for the readiness of the electronic payment option for social grants, says Telecommunications and Postal Services Minister Siyabonga Cwele.

As part of celebrating Human Rights Day, Public Service and Administration Minister Ayanda Dlodlo announced that her department will embark on a campaign to encourage public servants to observe Batho Pele principles.

Deputy President David Mabuza will today lead the national Human Rights Day commemoration in remembrance of the 69 protesters, who were killed by apartheid security forces during the anti-pass law protest in Sharpeville, Vereeniging.