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Cogta commits to bring an end to initiation deaths

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Pretoria - Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) Minister Des Van Rooyen has committed to work with his department’s stakeholders to bring an end to initiation deaths.

Citibank agrees to R69.5m fine

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Pretoria - Citibank has agreed to pay an administrative penalty of almost R69.5 million in relation to the bank’s involvement in a forex trading cartel, the Competition Commission said on Wednesday.

Energy Minister notes nuclear ruling

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Pretoria - The Minister of Energy, Mmamoloko Kubayi, on Wednesday said she has noted the judgement by the Western Cape High Court in the Earthlife and South African Faith Communities’ Environment Institute (SAFCEI) case against the Minister of Energy and other respondents.

Freedom Day: Remembering SA’s magic moment

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On 27 April 1994, South Africa held its first democratic elections which gave birth to freedom and constitutional democracy. It was a special moment for millions of South Africans, who for the first time could vote for the government of their choice in the country of their birth.

Slow down, let's save lives on the roads

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Pretoria - With the long weekend celebrating Freedom Day and Workers’ Day on our doorstep, Transport Deputy Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga has reminded all South Africans to be cautious and patient with one another on the roads.

SA, China launch agreement on science and technology

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Pretoria - South Africa has launched a cooperation agreement that will see the country looking to China for its expertise in constructing high technology facilities with global growth potential.

Freedom through the eyes of ‘born frees’

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South Africa will once again mark Freedom Day on Thursday, chronicling a journey of 23 years since millions of its people voted for their government of choice on 27 April 1994.

Visiting Tambo’s birthplace

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West of Bizana in the Eastern Cape, below the majestic Ngele Mountains that stretch all the way to Kwazulu Natal, is the peaceful and quiet village of Nkantolo.
This is where Oliver Reginald Tambo was born, grew up and attended school.

African, Chinese youth journey towards shared future

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Pretoria - Africa and China’s youth have vowed to continue making a positive impact and strengthen relations based on mutual trust, solidarity and coordination for the benefit of both countries.

Minister Motsoaledi on SA's health system and freedom

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Pretoria - Having one seamless health department is what Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi believes would mean freedom to him and the millions of citizens who depend on the country’s health system.