South Africa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his condolences to the family of former Minister and Member of Parliament, Tina Joemat-Pettersson, following her death.

The Western Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism has launched the Export Competitiveness Enhancement Programme (ECEP), which aims to support businesses that are export-ready or working towards meeting international market requirements.

The Department of Water and Sanitation has published the revised Regulations regarding the Procedural Requirements for Water Use Licence applications for public comment.

Parliament's Presiding Officers on Monday hailed the late Tina Joemat-Pettersson as a “seasoned politician and lawmaker”.

State power utility Eskom says it remains committed to rooting out fraud and corruption within the utility.

The vigilance and swift response from members attached to the Anti-Gang Unit (AGU) Combat Team has landed several suspects behind bars for possession of unlicensed and prohibited firearms, and illegal possession of ammunition and drugs.

The Ministry of Transport has announced that Leonard Ramatlakane has been relieved of his duties as a Board Member and Chairperson of the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA).

Director-General of the Department of Public Enterprises, Kgathatso Tlhakudi, has been dismissed following an inquiry into a complaint laid against him with the Public Service Commission.

The Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA) has collaborated with the Red Meat Producers’ Organisation (RPO) to tackle stock theft, which is one of the main obstacles to producers.

Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Barbara Creecy, has called on all citizens to find creative and innovative ways to remove plastic pollution from communities in an effort to protect the environment.

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is expected to investigate allegations of corruption and maladministration at the Umgeni Water Board (UWB).

Cash strapped consumers will experience some relief at the pumps this week when the price of all grades of petrol and diesel decreases.

The Department of Employment and Labour in the North West says it has concluded a successful youth employment roadshow in that province.

The Eastern Cape Department of Water and Sanitation is working in partnership with Makana Local Municipality to raise awareness on the impact of water pollution and waterborne diseases.

Parliament has commended the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) for successfully hosting the meeting of the BRICS Ministers of Foreign Affairs on 1 and 2 June 2023 in Cap