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Sign language officially the 12th official language 

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By making sign language the 12th official language of South Africa, government aims to advance the rights of citizens living with disabilities by ensuring that their rights to substantive equality, dignity and social inclusion are recognised.

Explosion rocks Johannesburg CBD

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At least one person has died and 48 others injured following an explosion on Wednesday evening at Bree Street in the Johannesburg CBD.

Experts shed light on 'unlikely' Eskom blackout

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Experts and industry leaders agree that Eskom – and by extension the country – is not likely to incur a total grid collapse and blackout despite current electricity generation challenges.

Russian President will not attend BRICS Summit

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The Presidency has confirmed that President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin will not attend the 15th Summit of BRICS - however, the Russian Federation will be represented by Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.

Public comment sought in designation of Namakwa SEZ

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The recent publishing for public comments of the intention to designate the Namakwa Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in the Northern Cape is a critical milestone, says Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina.

SA's Chairmanship of BRICS to unlock opportunities for Africa

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South Africa is honoured to take over the Chairmanship of BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) under the leadership of President Cyril Ramaphosa, says Public Service and Administration Deputy Minister, Dr Chana Pilane-Majake.

Make every day a Mandela Day - Mashatile

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Deputy President Paul Mashatile has urged the elderly and every citizen to make every day a Mandela day and lend a helping hand to those in need.