South Africa

Government has called on all citizens to exercise caution in parts of the country that experience severe weather conditions.

The 8th South Africa-European Union Summit, which will take place this afternoon, is expected to “further strengthen the strong relations between South Africa and the EU”, Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said on Thursday.

The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has reiterated its committed to working with stakeholders in delivering safe, functional, and dignified learning spaces for learners.

The Department of Employment and Labour has invited public comments on the newly published Draft Construction Regulations 2025, which aims to enhance Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) in the construction sector.

Due to technical challenges, the closure of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) water transfer and delivery tunnels for maintenance has been extended by an additional three weeks.

Science, Technology and Innovation Minister, Professor Blade Nzimande, will team up with Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi to launch the first-ever National System of Innovation Transformation Summit.

Government will adjust the excise duties on alcohol and tobacco products at above the expected inflation rate in the 2025/26 financial year.

Government has provisionally allocated an additional R19.2 billion over the medium term for the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa’s (PRASA) critical signalling upgrades.

Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana has highlighted the real progress achieved by implementing structural reforms through Operation Vulindlela, which is a joint initiative between the Treasury and the Presidency.

Over the next three years, government spending on economic development will be the fastest-growing function at an annual average rate of 8.1%, driven by higher allocations to infrastructure projects.

The government has added R19.1 billion over the medium term to keep approximately 11 000 teachers in classrooms.

The City of Ekurhuleni Mayor, Nkosiphindile Xhakaza, has assured the families of the 13 victims who lost their lives in an accident on Tuesday morning, that the city will provide them with the necessary support during this difficult time.

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has been allocated R3.5 billion in the current financial year and an additional R4 billion over the medium term.

All social grants, barring the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, are expected to increase from April this year.

The South African government will spend more than R1 trillion over the next three years on public infrastructure in a show of government’s commitment to driving economic growth.