South Africa

While the Proteas came second in the ICC Men’s T20 final, their defeat showcased the resilience and spirit of national pride, President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Sunday.

The peaceful transfer of power from one administration to the next has defined our democracy since 1994. This moment is a culmination of a number of things but is symbolised most notably by the Presidential Inauguration. By affirming the oath of office, the incoming President begins a new term of government and swears to work for our country and her people.

Under the leadership of President Cyril Ramaphosa, the sixth administration has achieved the first primary budget surplus in 15 years, said the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS).

The Western Cape Division of the High Court has dismissed with costs, an application brought by Ezaga Holdings for an interim order to interdict the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) from reviewing and terminating its contract.

Government has acknowledged the efforts and sportsmanship displayed by the country’s national cricket team, the Proteas, in the World T20 finals against India.

The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato has commended the interception of four Lesotho nationals who were in the country illegally and in possession of over R1.4 million in cash at the Qashasnek port of entry.

The National Treasury has called on stakeholders and provinces to collaborate with it in hosting events to educate the public on the budget process.

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has assured Gauteng residents and businesses that Rand Water is working around the clock to ensure that its planned maintenance programme is completed as quickly as possible.

The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has congratulated the Proteas on their performance at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup tournament.

The Department of Health has concluded a process of allocating eligible medical interns and community service applicants for the 2024 mid-year cycle of Internship and Community Service Programme scheduled to commence in July.

With Filing Season for the 2024 tax year set to commence in July, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) has announced that the pool of taxpayers who will be auto-assessed will increase to about 4.8 million this year compared to about 3.8 million taxpayers last year.

Bafana Bafana were held to a goalless draw in the group stages of the Council of Southern Africa Football Associations (COSAFA) Cup on Saturday.

National Head of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI) Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya says significant inroads have been made in apprehending individuals involved in high-profile cases, thus ensuring accountability and justice for victims of crime.

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has completed considering the approving of all 178 licenced electricity distributors’ tariff applications for the 2024/25 financial year for effective implementation on 1 July 2024.

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has joined the global community in calling for more efforts to raise awareness of the rights of persons with albinism.