South Africa

Pretoria – With many consumers drowning in debt, the National Credit Regulator (NCR) has called on consumers to monitor their budgets closely over the festive period.

Pretoria - The Eastern Cape has developed a special plan for the festive season, which is set to improve road safety.

Pretoria – Science and Technology Deputy Minister Michael Masutha says the growth of microscopy is essential to help government expand its research capabilities in important health and economy related fields.

Pretoria – South Africa has made progress in reducing the carbon, energy and material intensities of its economy and in managing its natural asset base, including water, biodiversity and mineral resources.

Pretoria – North West Premier Thandi Modise has conducted a sod-turning ceremony for the construction of an R80-million mega farm school in Lykso, near Vryburg.

Midrand – The Department of Energy (DoE) has introduced more measures that will incentivise companies to watch their electricity consumption.

Pretoria – The Pietermaritzburg Airport has been given an R18 million upgrade at its terminal building and apron.

Pretoria – The City of Tshwane has declared a state of disaster in several areas following the severe storms that struck Gauteng last week.

Pretoria - Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga is expected to release the 2013 Annual National Assessment (ANA) results tomorrow.

Johannesburg - South Africa and China have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen political and economic relations between the two countries.

Pretoria - Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport Ismail Vadi says he is satisfied with the smooth start of the e-tolling system on Gauteng highways.

Pretoria - The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) says there are no problems with the e-toll registration website following reported challenges in accessing the site this morning.

Pretoria – Former President Nelson Mandela was today honoured with the official launch of an opus, which tells a magnificent story in a unique way about his life.

Pretoria – The Minister of Labour Mildred Oliphant has announced a R300 million training programme that will benefit 8000 unemployed people and youths.

Midrand – As the tolling system on Gauteng’s freeways commenced at midnight, close to 800 000 motorists had registered for e-tags, says Transport Minister Dipuo Peters.