Milestones of Freedom: Celebrating the past and confronting the future
South Africans must celebrate the gains of democracy while remaining committed to addressing the challenges that continue to confront communities across the country.
South Africans must celebrate the gains of democracy while remaining committed to addressing the challenges that continue to confront communities across the country.
The Judicial Matters Amendment Bill seeks to remove legal uncertainty and improve the administration of justice across a range of areas, Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Andries Nel, said.
The Western Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDAT), in partnership with the International Trade Institute of Southern Africa (ITISA), has launched a free Online Export Course aimed at equipping businesses with the skills and knowledge needed to compete in international markets.
In the year marking 30 years since the adoption of the Constitution, 50 years since the 1976 Youth Uprising, 70 years since the 1956 Women’s March and 60 years since the forced removals from District Six, government is engaging communities across the country to celebrate the gains, achievements and milestones of 32 years of democracy.
The eThekwini Municipality will on Friday officially launch Phase One of the R29 million Mansel Road Market Development and hand over trading permits to 53 newly selected Church Walk traders, marking another milestone in efforts to strengthen Durban's informal economy.
Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister Yusuf Cassim has welcomed the Transport Education and Training Authority's (TETA) commitment to accelerate the payment of outstanding student bursary allowances and apprentice stipends following months of delays.
South Africa has formally assumed the Chairpersonship of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Standing Committee of Senior Officials, with the country pledging to strengthen implementation of regional programmes and advance the objectives of the bloc.
Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Mmapaseka Steve Letsike, has been honoured with the Emerging Leader Award at the International Pride Awards during WorldPride Amsterdam 2026.
While acknowledging the unemployment challenge, government is urging young South Africans to take advantage of the wide range of education, skills development and employment opportunities available to help them transition from learning to earning.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has noted the recommendations and referrals contained in the Second Interim Report of the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System, with the latest referrals set to form part of ongoing investigations by a South African Police Service (SAPS) special investigations task team.
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says a cold front is expected to make landfall over the Western and Northern Cape on Sunday, bringing cold to very cold, wet and windy conditions as well as rough sea conditions, with snowfall over the mountainous areas.
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to officially launch South Africa's Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) next week, marking a major milestone in government's efforts to modernise the country's immigration system through digital technology.
Minister in the Presidency responsible for the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), Kenny Morolong, has underscored the importance of a coordinated and integrated approach to government communication.
Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Sindisiwe Chikunga has underscored the importance of forging stronger partnerships across government, business and academia to accelerate women's economic empowerment.
Deputy Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Sihle Zikalala will launch the Wentworth Rapid Response and Gender-based Violence (GBV) facility at the Wentworth South African Police Service (SAPS) in Durban on Thursday.