South Africa

By Moahlodi Maphori 

The Presidential eThekwini Working Group (PeWG) has taken a significant step toward strengthening collaboration between government and business, advancing a public-private partnership (PPP) policy framework aimed at improving service delivery and driving economic growth in eThekwini.

The Mkambati Nature Reserve in the Eastern Cape has been designated as South Africa’s newest Wetland of International Importance under the Ramsar Convention, marking a significant conservation milestone.

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says there is a high likelihood of minor impacts, with severe thunderstorms expected over the escarpment and eastern Highveld of Mpumalanga on Thursday.

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of two cold fronts, with good rainfall amounts expected to affect the Western Cape and Northern Cape from Friday until Monday.

As part of efforts to ensure that no child is left behind, the Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Nonceba Mhlauli, together with the CEO of HONOR Technologies Africa, Zou Lefeng, handed over laptops to learners of Kaalfontein High School in Ebony Park, Gauteng.

President Cyril Ramaphosa undertook a Working Visit to the Kingdom of Spain on Wednesday night.

Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation, Sello Seitlholo, has raised concerns over delays in the completion of the R220 million upgrade of the Meyerton Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW).

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Roelf Meyer as South Africa’s Ambassador to the United States, describing him as a seasoned and capable envoy suited to strengthening bilateral relations.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for urgent reforms to unlock local economies, warning that poor governance at municipal level is undermining service delivery and stifling economic growth.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for sweeping reforms to cut red tape and support small businesses, warning that bureaucratic delays at municipal level are driving away investment and limiting opportunities for township entrepreneurs.

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of severe storms over the extreme north-east of the Northern Cape, the North West, and the Free State on Wednesday.

KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Finance Francois Rodgers has welcomed the comprehensive engagement held with the Government of India on its Government e-Marketplace (GeM) -- a world-class digital public procurement platform designed to enhance transparency, efficiency and inclusivity in government procurement systems.

The North West Provincial Treasury has issued a warning about fraudulent communications currently circulating that falsely claim a tender has been awarded by the department.

Home Affairs Deputy Minister Njabulo Nzuza will on Friday lead an Identity Document (ID) Campaign and High Impact Outreach Programme in Escourt, KwaZulu-Natal, bringing essential government services closer to the people.