South Africa

South African Revenue Service (SARS) received 5.7 million returns by Wednesday, which marked the close of tax season for non-provisional taxpayers.

The Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs has invited the Minister of Home Affairs, Malusi Gigaba, to clarify the department's view on the granting of permission for the operation of a private terminal at OR Tambo International Airport.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has terminated with immediate effect the employment of Tom Moyane as Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service (SARS).

Communications Minister Nomvula Mokonyane has declared the executive salaries of the SABC, saying the current crop of executives at the public broadcaster were earning significantly less than their predecessors.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa is in great need of leadership from people who have the commitment, vision, capabilities and determination to confront the many challenges of the day.

The National Summit against Gender Based Violence and Femicide opened on Thursday with serious discussions on what needs to be done to bridge the gap between legislation and its enforcement, to protect citizens.

Government needs to examine the possibility of introducing a national registry for protection orders, says President Cyril Ramaphosa.

National Treasury has invited the public to submit tax proposals for 2019 Budget Review.

The South African government has noted the United Nations Security Council’s adoption of the resolution to extend the mandate of the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO) for the next six months.

Government has welcomed the decision by South Sudan President Salva Kiir to pardon death sentenced South African William Endley.

Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe says the issue of Xolobeni mining development needs to be resolved sooner rather than later, as delaying it further would be best for attracting investment.

North West MEC for Tourism Desbo Mohono has called on tourism bodies in Botswana and South Africa to form partnerships that will boost tourism between the two countries.

South African companies participating in the Havana International Trade Fair (FIHAV) in Cuba are optimistic of attracting the attention of potential buyers and clients.

President Cyril Ramaphosa and Police Minister Bheki Cele will on Friday launch the Anti-Gang Unit in crime-ridden Hanover Park, Cape Town.

Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF) Minister Senzeni Zokwana says investing in the agricultural sectors is fundamental to eradicating poverty, hunger and malnutrition, particularly in rural areas where most of the region’s poorest live.