South Africa

Pretoria - The Presidency says it’s all systems go for the historic visit of US President Barack Obama to South Africa.

Pretoria - Government has strengthened its call for all South Africans to join hands in an effort to end road accidents, which claim 40 lives daily.

Pretoria - Gauteng top cop, Major-General Tirhani Maswanganyi, has been laid to rest today.

Pretoria – Former President Nelson Mandela’s condition has stabilised, although he still remains critical, according to a statement issued by the Presidency on Thursday afternoon.

Pretoria – President Jacob Zuma has arrived at the Pretoria hospital where former President Nelson Mandela is being treated for a recurring lung infection.

Pretoria - North West Premier Thandi Modise says the death of a woman, who is suspected to have fallen into a manhole in Bloemhof, raises questions on the level of care for the mentally ill within communities.

Pretoria – Home Affairs Deputy Minister Fatima Chohan has announced the establishment of a forum to conduct dialogues countrywide on issues related to xenophobia.

Pretoria – President Jacob Zuma has announced his decision to cancel his visit to Maputo, Mozambique where he was due to attend the SADC Regional Summit on Infrastructure Investment on Thursday.

Pretoria - United States President Barack Obama’s visit to South Africa will not only help strengthen ties between the two countries but it is also important for the economy, says Minister of Trade and Industry, Dr Rob Davies.

Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma has called for renewed commitment and action in the fight against drugs and substance abuse, as the world marks the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.

Pretoria – The Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development says it is disturbed by revelations of cartel behaviour within the construction sector.

Pretoria - Nkomati Mine, a nickel mine consisting of both open pit and underground operations located between Machadodorp and Badplaas in Mpumalanga, has on Wednesday pledged its support for the 49M campaign.

Pretoria - A total of 129 alleged rhino poachers have been arrested in South Africa since the beginning of the year, the Department of Environmental Affairs said.

Pretoria - Home Affairs Minister Naledi Pandor will on Thursday visit Maseru in Lesotho to discuss establishing a one-stop border post with the country, among other things.

Pretoria - Dereleen James, the Eldorado Park mother who wrote a letter that touched President Jacob Zuma’s heart, says members of her community are now “shedding tears of joy, relief and amazement” following the intervention to rid the area of the scourge of drug abuse.