South Africa

Human Settlements Minister Lindiwe Sisulu has recommitted R188 million to the City of Johannesburg for the development of housing in the inner city.

Women from different departments of the Army, Air Force, Navy and the SA Medical Health Services (SAMS) on Friday paid tribute to the more than 20 000 women who marched to the Union Buildings in 1956, in protest against pass laws.

A female Saldanha marine pilot has made history by becoming the first female to hold an Open Licence certification in the Saldanha Port to guide ships of any type and size in and out of South African ports.

International Relations and Cooperation Deputy Minister Luwellyn Landers says there are indications that an application will be made to the African Renaissance Fund to build radio telescopes in African states that are part of the Square Kilometre Array project.

President Jacob Zuma will today participate in the South Africa-Mozambique Bi-National Commission (BNC) with President Filipe Nyusi.

Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa will today address the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) during the Taking Parliament to the People programme in the Free State.

Taxpayers have seven days left before the Special Voluntary Disclosure Programme (SVDP) closes on 31 August 2017.

The Department of Trade and Industry (dti) has commenced with the process of amending the Companies Act 2008.

President Jacob Zuma says the South African economy remains stable and favourable for foreign investment making the country open for business.

A team of 20 students, selected by the Department of Higher Education, are set to compete at the upcoming 44th World Skills International (WSI) biennial competition at Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates.

Science and Technology Minister Naledi Pandor says the Square Kilometre Array project, which is a joint effort between South Africa and Australia to build the world’s largest radio telescope, will push the boundaries of technology.

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has warned jobs seekers to be wary of a fake job listing advert that is circulating on social media.

Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa’s accomplishments in expanding HIV treatment and improving life expectancy is an inspiring story of civil society’s activism and vigilance.

Tourism Minister Tokozile Xasa will lead a South African delegation comprising of public and private sector tourism experts to attend the 41st Annual World Tourism Conference in Kigali, Rwanda.

Science and Technology Minister Naledi Pandor says the launch of a 32 metre radio telescope in Ghana on Thursday will help improve collaboration between African and European astronomers.