South Africa

Pretoria - Government is determined to reduce the harm associated with alcohol use, Social Development Minister Bathabile Dlamini announced on Friday.

Pretoria - Education remains a critical tool to equip humanity with the intellectual wherewithal to change human condition for the better, says Deputy President and Vice Chancellor of the University of Venda (Univen), Kgalema Motlanthe.

Balfour - President Jacob Zuma has lauded the reopening of the Grootvlei power station, saying it will contribute to the easing of electricity demand by providing maintenance space for other power stations.

Pretoria - International Relations and Cooperation Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane has concluded her working visit to Venezuela, where she held talks with her counterpart Elias Jaua Milano with the aim of solidifying relations between the two counties.

Pretoria – After years of consultation, the Cabinet has approved a proposed youth tax incentive aimed at encouraging employers to hire young people to deal with unemployment.

Pretoria - The South Africa Police Service says the statement issued by the Marikana Commission of Inquiry is both “unfortunate” and “highly prejudicial” to the SAPS.

Pretoria - The long awaited Traditional Affairs Bill has been published in the Government Gazette for public comments, it was announced on Friday.

Johannesburg – The inspirational Freedom Fridays campaign, which is aimed at building momentum in the run up to next year’s 20th anniversary of freedom and democracy, has officially kicked off.

Pretoria - Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga has warned that violence will not be tolerated in schools, whether it is perpetuated by teachers, learners or parents.

Johannesburg – Government says it’s concerned about the current tensions over labour relations in the country.

Johannesburg - Arts and Culture Minister Paul Mashatile has arrived at South Africa’s most famous street, Vilakazi Street, in Soweto, to launch the Freedom Fridays campaign, which officially marks the countdown to the 20th anniversary of freedom and democracy in the country.

Pretoria - Police are set to spoil the mood for unruly soccer fans and criminal elements during the MTN 8 second leg semi-final match between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates.

Pretoria - Women are usually the first line of defence in every family and play a central role in holding the family unit together and instilling good behaviour, says North West Premier Thandi Modise.

Pretoria - Every citizen in South Africa, irrespective of the office one holds, is entitled to receive education at an institution of their choice, says Acting Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), CEO Phumla Williams.

Balfour - President Jacob Zuma will today officially re-open Eskom’s Grootvlei power station, which will assist with the country’s energy demand requirements by providing maintenance space for other power stations.