South Africa

The COVID-19 death toll has now reached 21 644 after 109 more people succumbed to the respiratory disease on Tuesday.

South Africa has made progress in ensuring that people know their HIV status, says Deputy President David Mabuza.

President Cyril Ramaphosa will this evening participate in a national dialogue of the International Labour Organisation Convention on combating violence and harassment in the world of work.

Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister, Fikile Majola, is today expected to meet with the executive leadership of the West Rand District Municipality, in his capacity as the District Development Model champion of the district.

North West Premier, Professor Job Mokgoro, has tasked leaders from different industries to craft and implement focused priorities that will set the province onto an all-inclusive economic recovery path.

Deputy President David Mabuza has commended people with HIV for sharing their personal stories about their experiences, despite the stigma and discrimination associated with the virus.

The Hawks have arrested a 31-year-old man in connection to the leaked Mathematics Paper 1 exam.

Work is underway to implement the Presidential Employment Stimulus that was announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa in his address to a joint sitting of Parliament in October.

Public Service and Administration Minister, Senzo Mchunu, has welcomed the growing number of public servants registering for the five-day virtual Gender Mainstreaming training programme run by the National School of Government (NSG).

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, has expressed sadness at the passing of the Royal Bafokeng Queen Mother, Dr Semane Bonolo Molotlegi.

A former Cape Town attorney has been handed a 12-year prison sentence for 16 fraudulent Road Accident Fund (RAF) claims worth over R24 million.

A research study by the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) shows that HIV negative women rape survivors have a greater risk of acquiring HIV for years after the rape.

Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu has unveiled a shelter for victims and survivors of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) in Bothaville, Free State, which will ensure that victims receive timely support to rebuild their lives.

Determined to make a fresh start from a history of emotional and physical abuse, Zinhle Sithole turned to the Gender-Based Violence Command Centre (GBVCC) for help.

Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister, David Mahlobo, has called on department officials, the Modimolle-Mookgophong Local Municipality and the management of a disused tin mine to try to find a solution to acute water shortages in the area.