South Africa

Skukuza – Since the beginning of the month, 16 rhino carcasses have been found in the Kruger National Park (KNP).

Pretoria - The Department of Military Veterans and the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) have agreed to fast-track the payment of fees for military veterans and their dependents including food, transport and books.

Pretoria – The introduction of Delamanid, a Japanese manufactured drug, has ushered in new hope in the fight against multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) in South Africa.

Pretoria – Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa says industry must partner with stakeholders in the post-school education sector to help mould the educational outcomes that will give the country the skills it needs to grow the economy.

Midrand – Communications Deputy Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams today told learners that it was possible to be what they wanted to be.

Ladybrand - The distribution of subsidised set-top boxes (STBs) to poor TV-owning households is a clear indication that government is able to keep its pro-poor policy, says Communications Minister Faith Muthambi.

Pretoria - Government has condemned the resurgence of racist posts on Twitter and Facebook, which its says undermine the gains made towards social cohesion, nation building and strengthening democracy.

Pretoria - Eskom has signed a five-year electricity sales agreement with Namibia’s national electricity utility, NamPower, which will supplement generation capacity for South Africa’s neighbour.

Pretoria - Through the Black Industrialists programme, a Western Cape company has been able to grow its business to become a pet food supplier for one of the country’s giant retailers.

Pretoria - The Department of Home Affairs says it has received the application for the resumption of South African citizenship by Netherlands-based soccer player, Kamohelo Mokotjo.

Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma is considering designating three new members of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), says the Presidency.

Pretoria – Soon-to-be 18-year-old Ontlametse Phalatse has ticked off one of her goals on her wish list: meeting the President of the country.

Skukuza – The Kruger National Park (KNP) is tightening security at its southern gates in an attempt to protect rhinos and prevent poachers from accessing the park.

Pretoria – Human Settlements Minister Lindiwe Sisulu says government is working on laws to stop the sale of government subsidized houses.

Pretoria - Public Enterprises Minister Lynne Brown will hand over bursaries, shoes and school uniform while hosting a career expo for schools in George in the Western Cape next week.