South Africa

The Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Kenny Morolong, will today visit the family of missing journalist, Aserie Ndlovu.

Government has called for greater protection of journalists everywhere while also condemning acts of intimidation and attacks against the media.

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa, says government is dedicated to promoting the African Renaissance, enhancing African unity, sustainable development, and recognising the ongoing importance of indigenous knowledge systems in contemporary governance.

KwaZulu-Natal Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) MEC, Thulasizwe Buthelezi, has extended his deepest condolences to the families of two people who lost their lives, when a water tanker crashed into their homes in Edendale, Pietermaritzburg.

Human Settlements Minister, Thembi Simelane, has issued a directive for the immediate relocation of households affected by recent mudslides in Umlazi Township, Section H, south of Durban.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has rescued 44 illegal immigrants, who were found locked in a house in Parkmore, Sandton.

Home Affairs Deputy Minister Njabulo Nzuza is today scheduled to hand over 100 birth certificates and identity documents to successful applicants for late registration of birth in Mabopane, Tshwane.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) on Thursday retrieved the vehicle in which three police constables who had been reported missing were travelling in.

Two Correctional Services officials attached to the Goodwood Correctional Centre have been suspended following the death of an inmate, Quinton Fortuin, in February.

Government has sent its appreciation and well wishes to all workers as South Africa marks International Workers’ Day on 1 May 2025.

Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has reiterated government’s commitment to an energy transition that is just and inclusive for all.

President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to establish a Judicial Commission of Inquiry to investigate alleged interference to prevent the investigation or prosecution of apartheid-era crimes referred by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) to the National Prosecuting Authority.

National Treasury has assured South Africans that a revised budget will “adhere to all established technical processes and consultations, as set out in the Money Bills and Related Matters Act”.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is expected to re-table the 2025 Budget Review on 21 May 2025.

The eyes of the world are firmly focused on South Africa as President of the G20 and the host nation of the G20 Summit in November.