South Africa

Cabinet has urged all parties in the public transport sector involved in wage negotiations to act speedily so the bus strike gripping the country can be resolved.

Cabinet has commended all those involved in the realisation of ZACUBE-2, which is Africa’s largest and most advanced cube satellite.

The Electoral Commission (IEC) has successfully concluded municipal elections held in Gauteng, North West and the Western Cape provinces, which saw political parties race for the top spot in the various wards.

Cabinet has welcomed President Cyril Ramaphosa’s appointment of four special envoys on investment to engage both domestic and foreign investors around economic opportunities in South Africa.

Government has approved two immediate interventions to restore order and stability in communities of the North West province.

Cabinet has welcomed the agreement reached to reconnect 15 community radio stations that were suspended by Sentech for non-payment of signal distribution fees.

Transport Minister Blade Nzimande has welcomed the passing of the National Land Transport Amendment Bill by the National Assembly.

The R90 million Road D670 rehabilitation project between Bronkhorstspruit and Ekangala, east of Tshwane, has been completed ahead of schedule, demonstrating government’s commitment to adhering to set timetables and allocated budgets.

Deputy President David Mabuza says the executive has taken several measures to deal with concerns over the non-attendance of Ministers and Deputy Ministers to Parliamentary programmes.

Eskom has put in place measures to address its current coal stock challenges.

Deputy President David Mabuza says progress has been made in implementing the Youth Accord.

The Justice Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS) Cluster has condemned the violence and criminality accompanying protests in different parts of the North West.

Deputy President David Mabuza says steps have been taken to address governance challenges at State-owned entities.

South Africa’s financial sector is strong and stable, says Reserve Bank Deputy Governor Francois Groepe.

The Hawks have confirmed that the remains found on the banks of the Tugela River in February are that of missing botanist Rodney Saunders.