South Africa

Pretoria-Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng says the time has cone for women lawyers and Judges to be more vocal than before about their empowerment in the legal fraternity.

The Presidential Business Working Group is worried that the end of the so-called mineral commodity super cycle is a major constraint to South Africa’s economic growth, says Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies.

Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa has commended companies that are investing in developing the skills and capabilities of South Africa's people.

Pretoria – The Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries has signed an agreement with Tiger Brands to ensure support for smallholder farmers to supply finished agricultural commodities to the company.

Johannesburg - With the commemoration of Women’s Day coming up this weekend, Communications Deputy Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams, has called on women to stand united and celebrate their womanhood.

Pretoria - Telecommunications and Postal Services Director General Rosey Sekese has been placed on precautionary suspension for a period of 60 days while the Public Service Commission conducts an independent inquiry into the management affairs of the department.

Johannesburg – She was one of the leading South African women in the struggle against apartheid and had suffered detention and imprisonment most of her life.

Pretoria – President Jacob Zuma has a busy month ahead - packed with activities for Women’s Month and engaging stakeholders, the media and communities.

Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma says he has initiated a feasibility study for an initiative aimed at supporting increased investment in line with the needs of the National Development Plan (NDP).

Pretoria – Eight people have been arrested for alleged rhino poaching in the Kruger National Park, says the South African National Parks (SANParks).

Pretoria - The recent report on local government audit outcomes by the Auditor General shows a steady trend towards good governance and sound financial management.

Pretoria – Motorists who will be travelling long distances for the Woman’s Day long weekend must check their car tyres and the roadworthiness of their vehicles before heading to their holiday destinations, says the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC).

Pretoria – A group of 21 police officers have been dismissed as part of National Police Commissioner General Riah Phiyega’s effort to clean up and professionalise the South African Police Service (SAPS).

Pretoria – Eskom says while the power system is currently stable and there is no load shedding, electricity users are urged to consider energy efficient ways of keeping warm.

Pretoria - Gauteng Premier David Makhura will this evening lead a night vigil against police killings in the province.