South Africa

Pretoria - Investing in education and the right skills is vital for the country’s economic growth, development and competitiveness.

The new year was eagerly awaited by many South Africans. 2016 had been a challenging year during which our people and institutions were severely tested. We can be proud of the fact that both our institutions and people have emerged stronger and more resilient than before. Once again, South African citizens have demonstrated that we are able to stand against challenges and equally, to stand together to create the conditions for change.

Cape Town – While Ned Doman High School in Athlone in the Western Cape is situated in an area where socio-economic challenges such as gang violence and poverty haunt locals, the school has a great achievement to smile about.

Malonga - Vhuronga 1 Circuit Manager, Itani David Mafuna, says the strategic interventions made by Communications Minister Faith Muthambi in the circuit have ensured that it was one of the best performing in Limpopo.

Pretoria - Minister in the Presidency responsible for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Jeff Radebe, has been appointed to the Stewardship Board of the World Economic Forum (WEF) System Initiative on the Future of Education, Gender and Work (EGW).

Pretoria - The South African Police Service (SAPS) has sanctioned investigations into officers who were on the scene during a fatal shooting of an officer in Katlehong in Gauteng.

Pretoria - Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) Minister Des van Rooyen says municipalities must always service their bulk accounts to avoid inconveniencing residents who pay for services.

Pretoria - Technology and data have helped government to improve the efficiency of delivering massive infrastructure projects such as the building of schools and hospitals.

Pretoria – The President and CEO of Ford Motor Company Southern Africa, Jeff Nemeth, has announced a voluntary safety recall for certain Ford Kuga utility vehicles.

Pretoria – The Gauteng Department of Health has warned community members not to fall victim to scammers who are fraudulently inviting people to apply for nursing, porting and general vacancies at Dr George Mukhari Academic Hospital.

Pretoria – Minister of Arts and Culture Nathi Mthethwa will today pay his respects to Thandi Klaasen’s family following her passing.

Pretoria – The Gauteng Department of Cooperative Governance, Traditional Affairs and Human Settlements has scheduled an urgent meeting for Tuesday to address the recent leadership matters affecting the Mogale City Council.

Pretoria - The South African Police Service (SAPS) and AfriForum have signed a cooperative agreement which will see them working together to promote safety and strengthen community participation in the fight against crime.

Pretoria - Transport Minister Dipuo Peters has encouraged South Africans to register their companies in different databases within all spheres of government in order to take advantage of the many business opportunities.

Pretoria - The Department of Basic Education (DBE) says it is launching an appeal with immediate effect following the judgment handed down by the Thohoyandou High Court in Limpopo on Saturday.