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Government hands over land for housing

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Pretoria- Transport and Human Settlements Ministers have signed an agreement to transfer 72 hectares of land from South African National Road Agency Limited (SANRAL) to the Housing Development Agency (HDA).

SANDF commended for peacekeeping

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Pretoria- President Jacob Zuma says South African soldiers have continued to perform exceptionally well in peace missions in Africa and have done the country proud.

Zika virus patient fully recovers

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Pretoria- The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) says a Columbian businessman in South Africa who was diagnosed with the Zika virus on Friday has made full recovery.

Gauteng learners get free tablets

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Johannesburg-Gauteng Education MEC Panyaza Lesufi  has announced that as from next week, all the 2016 Grade 12 learners in Gauteng schools will receive their educational table

Young people a priority - Deputy President

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Johannesburg- Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa says the development of young people is a priority for government, adding that entrepreneurship is the heartbeat of a developing economy.

Furniture industry can create jobs

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Pretoria - The furniture industry has the potential to contribute to job creation and poverty alleviation, says Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies.

President, black professionals discuss NDP

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Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma is in a meeting with black professionals in Pretoria to discuss the implementation of government’s Programme of Action, particularly the National Development Plan (NDP) and other key governance issues.

Parly committee condemns violence at UCT

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Pretoria - The Portfolio Committee on Higher Education and Training has condemned violence during student housing protests at the University of Cape Town (UCT).

Gun owners reminded to renew licences

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Pretoria - The South African Police Service (SAPS) has called on gun owners, whose licenses are about to expire, to start the process of renewal at least 90 working days before they expire.