South Africa

By Mish Molakeng   

National Treasury says S&P’s latest rating decision on South Africa affords the country an opportunity to demonstrate that it can successfully implement measures to turn the tide on sluggish growth.

A series of community dialogues on matters including mental health, prostitution and drugs will take centre stage in the coming weeks as the country observes 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children.

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) will from Monday roll up its sleeves and begin cleaning the Vaal River, which is currently clogged by sewage.

Public Service and Administration Minister Ayanda Dlodlo has vowed to eradicate the deadly asbestos roofs peering from homes in Tembisa, in Ekurhuleni.

The Gauteng Provincial Government has welcomed the sentencing of the serial rapist, who came to be known as the “Quantum rapist”.

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) on Friday destroyed several imported illegal vehicles valued close to R4 million as part of a clampdown on non-compliance in various customs sectors.

Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies has unpacked the details of the approved extension of the Automotive Production and Development Programme (APDP) from 2021 to 2035.

Ambassadors of the 2018 Women of Fortitude have pledged to continue MaSisulu’s legacy of activism by offering services and skills to empower and improve the lives of people within their communities.

Deputy President David Mabuza says State-owned entities (SOEs) are applying several strategies and interventions to alleviate poverty in South Africa.

Home Affairs acting Director-General Thulani Mavuso has welcomed the appointment of Dr Siyabonga Cwele as Minister of Home Affairs.

Deputy President David Mabuza says the judicial commission that is currently underway and probing allegations of State capture should be allowed to do its work without interference.

South Africa has expressed its concern about the deteriorating human rights violations in Myanmar and has called for an end to the human suffering experienced by the Rohingya people.

Concerns raised by stakeholders in the agricultural sector on expropriation of land without compensation will be addressed with care and sensitivity, Deputy President David Mabuza said on Thursday.

The Free State Department of Labour has assisted clients with Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) claims during the department’s community outreach campaign.