South Africa

Government is amending legislation that will see small-scale fisheries formalised into cooperatives for the first time in South Africa.

Social grant beneficiaries intending to study at public higher education institutions next year have until 30 November to apply for funding from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).

The African National Congress (ANC), the political home of the late Environmental Affairs Minister, Edna Molewa, has joined a chorus of mourners expressing sadness and condolences at her passing.

Government will soon meet stakeholders in an effort to curb the violence plaguing schools.

South Africa has made significant inroads in the implementation of the country’s Integrated Urban Development Framework (IUDF) policy, Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) Deputy Minister Andries Nel says.

Acting President David Mabuza will on Monday lead national Heritage Day Celebrations at Riverview Stadium in Kokstad, KwaZulu-Natal.

The family of late Environmental Affairs Minister Edna Molewa has expressed gratitude at the messages of support they have received after she passed on Saturday.

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Willies Mchunu and his executive council have expressed condolences to the Zulu royal household following the passing of Prince Butholesizwe.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has left for New York to attend the 73rd Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA73), scheduled to take place from 25 - 27 September.

South Africa’s Environmental Affairs Minister Edna Molewa has passed on.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on road users to exercise caution and courtesy as they travel across the country for the Heritage Day weekend.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed an advisory panel on land reform that will support the Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) on Land Reform, which is chaired by Deputy President David Mabuza.

The Department of Environmental Affairs has expressed concern that while rhino poaching numbers are coming down, the prevalence of personnel being arrested for rhino poaching offences is on the increase.

In an effort to boost the sluggish economy, government has announced that it will immediately prioritise infrastructure - through the establishment of the South Africa Infrastructure Fund.

Gautengers are in for a treat this long weekend, as the local carnival will once again take to the streets, with colourful parades and magnificent floats, performers, musicians and dancers.