South Africa

The KwaZulu-Natal Organised Crime Task Team is investigation yet another family massacre in Mariannhill, near Pinetown.

Sean Maritz has been appointed as Eskom’s interim Group Chief Executive.

Higher Education and Training Minister Dr Blade Nzimande has welcomed the swift action taken by the University of Johannesburg (UJ) over alleged fraud by two senior council members.

Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba has requested the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) to provide a list of all its beneficiaries and the investments it has made, which he intends to make public.

Eskom is taking action to recover funds that were paid to McKinsey and Trillian.

South Africa and Algeria are working towards building lasting economic partnerships.

President Jacob Zuma has strongly condemned the ruthless killing of six girls and two women in Embangweni village, near Greytown in KwaZulu-Natal, on Tuesday night.

South Africa and Turkey have committed to strengthening trade and economic relations to increase two-way bilateral trade and investment.

The Presidency says media reports suggesting that President Jacob Zuma supports the suspension of the Director General of the Department of Home Affairs, Mkuseli Apleni, are incorrect.

A Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) officer has been sentenced to three years imprisonment or R5000 fine for accepting a R100 bribe.

Communications Minister Ayanda Dlodlo has established a Digital Migration Advisory Council, which consists of representatives from broadcasters, telecommunication companies, relevant government departments and State-owned entities.

The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has confirmed its support for the SA Premier Business Awards that will be hosted by the Department of Trade and Industry.

Tourism Minister Tokozile Xasa has applauded the 44 beaches that have obtained full Blue Flag status at a beach certification programme held at Dolphin Beach, Jeffreys Bay, in the Eastern Cape.

Public Service and Administration Minister Faith Muthambi has sent condolences to the family of the late Hosi Xithlangoma James Maluleke Shigalo of the Shigalo area in Limpopo.

South Africa is committed to improving its global competitiveness and reputation in order to grow the economy.