South Africa

Johannesburg – Soweto is a hive of activity this afternoon ahead of US President Barack Obama’s speech at the University of Johannesburg.

Vaal Dam – Water and Environmental Affairs Minister Edna Molewa has launched a major water infrastructure project, which is aimed at addressing water supply and sanitation backlogs to millions of households.

Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma and visiting US President Barack Obama are locked in an official bilateral meeting in Pretoria.

Johannesburg - US President Barack Obama arrived in South Africa on Friday evening on a three-day official visit aimed at promoting bilateral ties and seeking business opportunities.

Pretoria – The petrol price is expected to increase by 84 cents a litre, the Department of Energy said on Friday.

Pretoria - The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has pledged its commitment to the 49M energy saving campaign.

Johannesburg – Mining companies, trade unions and government departments will meet on July 3 to sign a framework aimed at rooting out unrest and restoring investor confidence in the sector.

Johannesburg – As messages of support keep pouring in for former President Nelson Mandela, struggle stalwart Ahmed Kathrada has shared fond memories of Madiba.

Pretoria - The Presidency says it’s all systems go for the historic visit of US President Barack Obama to South Africa.

Pretoria - Government has strengthened its call for all South Africans to join hands in an effort to end road accidents, which claim 40 lives daily.

Pretoria - Gauteng top cop, Major-General Tirhani Maswanganyi, has been laid to rest today.

Pretoria – Former President Nelson Mandela’s condition has stabilised, although he still remains critical, according to a statement issued by the Presidency on Thursday afternoon.

Pretoria – President Jacob Zuma has arrived at the Pretoria hospital where former President Nelson Mandela is being treated for a recurring lung infection.

Pretoria - North West Premier Thandi Modise says the death of a woman, who is suspected to have fallen into a manhole in Bloemhof, raises questions on the level of care for the mentally ill within communities.

Pretoria – Home Affairs Deputy Minister Fatima Chohan has announced the establishment of a forum to conduct dialogues countrywide on issues related to xenophobia.