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SASSA pay point targeted by robbers

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The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has appealed to anyone who may have information about the robbery of SASSA’s paypoint in Thafamasi, to contact their nearest police station.

NW Premier instructs departments to submit procurement reports

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North West Premier, Prof Job Mokgoro, has instructed all the provincial government departments and Public Entities to submit reports relating to all procurement done in relation to COVID-19 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as well as medical supplies, by today.

President Ramaphosa receives report on 4IR

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged the Presidential Commission on the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) to place 4IR at the centre of South Africa’s economic recovery.

President appoints Special Envoys to Zimbabwe

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Dr Sydney Mufamadi and Baleka Mbete as Special Envoys to Zimbabwe following recent reports of difficulties that the landlocked country is experiencing.

Government committed to dealing with corruption

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Cabinet has reaffirmed its commitment to building a capable, ethical and developmental state as allegations of corruption related to funds associated with the country’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic have surfaced.

KZN ready for rise in COVID-19 cases

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With KwaZulu-Natal set to overtake the Western Cape with the number of COVID-19 cases in a matter of weeks, Health Minister, Dr Zweli Mkhize, has given the province the nod for its state of readiness for the COVID-19 surge.

Ministerial Committee appointed to probe COVID-19 corruption

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President Cyril Ramaphosa, following a decision taken by Cabinet at its meeting on Wednesday, has appointed a Committee of Ministers to deal with allegations of corruption associated with the country’s response to the Coronavirus pandemic.

Financial Sector Regulations amendments published

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Minister of Finance, Tito Mboweni, has published the Financial Sector Regulations amendments that are intended to simplify the process for appointing the Commissioner and Deputy-Commissioners of the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA).

SASSA anti-fraud strategy pays off

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The South African Social Security Agency CEO, Totsie Memela, has lauded the role played by the agency’s anti-fraud strategy in the case of a former SASSA employee, who has been sentenced for fraud.

Local production key to boost COVID-19 battered economy

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Deputy President David Mabuza has underscored the promotion of local production of personal protective equipment, manufacturing of medical equipment as the key to revive the country’s economy adversely affected by COVID-19.