South Africa

With Eskom projected to make losses in the coming years, regulatory processes are crucial to restoring the operational and financial position of the utility.

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has met with the country representatives of Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands and the United States of America, where an agreement was reached for the proper channels and protocols to be used for all diplomatic communications.

The South African government has reiterated its commitment to the international community’s mission of addressing the challenge of mercenary activities and its negative impact on peace and stability.

The Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) says three security officers have been suspended for an incident in December 2018, where people were reportedly escorted from Clifton 4th Beach in Cape Town.

President Cyril Ramaphosa will this afternoon address the 25th annual Investing in Africa Mining Indaba underway in Cape Town. 

World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director Dr Matshidiso Moeti says thousands of lives can be saved in Africa with proper cancer prevention, early detection, access to proper treatment and care.

Over 10 000 cattle affected by the Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) have been vaccinated to eliminate the spillage of the outbreak.

Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe says while government continues to work hard to attract foreign direct investment into South Africa, there has been a positive change domestically, with companies pledging huge investments into the economy.

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) will be hosting a number of live broadcast viewings of the State of the Nation Address on Thursday evening.

South African Airways (SAA) has resumed flights between Johannesburg and Malawi.

The Gauteng Education Department has confirmed the passing away of a fourth child from the Hoerskool Driehoek tragedy.

Eskom has concluded a R15 billion loan facility with a consortium of local and international banks.

Consumers will have to fork out more at the pumps as the price of petrol is set to increase by 7 cents a litre this week.

The 25th Annual Investing in African Mining Indaba, which brings together more than 750 investors and dealmakers, kicks off in Cape Town this morning.

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation has reminded all diplomatic missions accredited to South Africa to address official correspondence through the appropriate diplomatic channels.