South Africa

Two undocumented individuals were arrested in police operations in the Northern Cape which also saw the confiscation of illicit goods.

With the United States’ decision to impose a 30% tariff on South African imports, the country must adapt quickly to a “turbulent trade environment”.

For the first time in 31 years, the Department of Transport has achieved a clean audit for the financial year 2024/25, as assessed by the by the Auditor-General South Africa (AGSA) outcome.

Department of Electricity and Energy Deputy Minister, Samantha Graham-Maré, has called on South Africans to honour women’s accomplishments as the country commemorates Women’s Month.

Eskom says its generation fleet is showing ongoing momentum with more than half of coal-fired power stations operating with an Energy Availability Factor (EAF) exceeding 70%.

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has requested a full report on the recent election process of the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC).

National Treasury has dismissed reports that Minister Enoch Godongwana will make a pronouncement on inflation targeting during the upcoming Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement.

The Border Management Authority (BMA) intercepted and deported nearly 10 000 people attempting to cross the border illegally during the first quarter of the financial year.

As South Africa marks the beginning of Women’s Month, private sector institutions have reaffirmed their commitment to work with government to ensure women’s full participation in the economy.

As part of a commitment by government to improve the provision of a reliable water supply to communities, Deputy President Paul Mashatile has officially handed over a large water reservoir to the Moretele Local Municipality in the North West.

Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Minister, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has warned that there can be no resilient economy while wealth and income inequality persist along gender lines.

South Africa remains committed to finding a resolution with the United States following the recently imposed reciprocal tariffs.

South Africa will over the next five years focus on strengthening and monitoring systems that are meant to advance gender equality and women empowerment.

The newly launched Merchant Development Programme is set to unlock opportunities for township-based automotive businesses in Krugersdorp.

The future of the renewable energy sector is female and Electricity and Energy Deputy Minister, Samantha Graham-Maré, is doubling down to make it happen.