Features

Children are the wealth of the nation despite a few harrowing incidents recently pointing otherwise.

A group of farmers have dispelled the myth that government initiatives seldom have an impact on the lives of ordinary, real people.

Many of us will recall seeing family members rushing off to catch the train to work or school thanks to it being largely an affordable means of getting around.

While challenges in the education sector remain, gains are being made to ensure learning for all.

While one may no longer remember the name of the classroom teacher’s pet, chances are that one will never forget the name of that special teacher who changed the course of one’s life.

While the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) has provided job opportunities for close to two decades, work is underway to ensure that its footprint reaches more people.

The expansion of the BRICS not only gives weight to the bloc but also grants South Africa the opportunity to deepen ties with the countries that are expected to join the formation next year.

Whether young or old, unemployment is a thorn in the flesh of many South Africans, writes Neo Semono.

South Africa will put its best foot forward at the upcoming 15th BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) Summit to be held in Johannesburg.

Former Deputy President, Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, is convinced that there’s a special place in hell for women who do not support other women.

It is Women’s Month and Government is delighted to be hosting an important group of leading emerging markets and developing countries, namely Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa for the 15th edition of the BRICS Summit. Together BRICS has around 42% of the world's population, 27% of global GDP and around 20% of international trade.

Women’s Month got off to a thrilling start - thanks to the endeavours of South African women on the sporting terrain demonstrating that women can do anything they set their minds to.

The Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act is expected to play a role in changing the behaviour of South Africa’s road users for the better.

Ending the intricate web of construction site disruptions which threatens lives and thwarts government’s mission of turning the country into a giant construction site that creates jobs and grows the economy, requires a concerted effort from all.

Motorists can expect the full implementation of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act - which seeks to reduce the high rate of fatalities on the roads and improve driver behavior - on 1 July 2024 nationwide.