South Africa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has used his State of the Nation Address (SONA) to reaffirm to the nation the country’s resilience and determination to overcome its challenges.

Government has reaffirmed its commitment to providing training for women entrepreneurs to equip them with the skills needed to compete for government tenders.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed concern at the potential impact of the decision by the United States government to suspend some of its funding for HIV and Tuberculosis (TB) programmes in African countries for 90 days.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that government will pour efforts into re-energising the mining industry.

Growing the economy and job creation are at the top of the seventh administration’s agenda, President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Thursday.

National government and municipalities have committed to work together to set up professionally managed utilities for improved water and electricity services.

South Africa is strengthening the capabilities of law enforcement agencies to crack down on corruption and bring perpetrators to justice.

Government has undertaken a series of decisive actions to resolve the water crisis, to enable citizens to get water in the areas they live.

Over the next year, government will unleash a second wave of reforms aimed at unlocking the potential of South Africa’s economy.

The red carpet at Cape Town City Hall which played host to the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday night, resembled the pages of a glossy magazine, as guests showcased the work of local designers while also helping to grow jobs.

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu says police management are satisfied with the state of readiness for tonight's State of the Nation Address (SONA).

Officials from the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) have undertaken an awareness campaign in Hammanskraal, Gauteng, aimed at raising awareness on the State of the Nation Address (SONA) and services offered by the GCIS.

The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) has signified a fundamental change in how government interacts with citizens, disseminates information and ensures that the State’s voice reaches every corner of the nation.

As the nation gears up for the 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA), a 19-year-old imbongi, Inako Mateza, is preparing to take centre stage, embracing a role deeply rooted in tradition.

The Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane, has urged Members of Parliament (MPs) and the nearly 2 000 guests attending tomorrow’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) to support local designers.