South Africa

Pretoria- The FIFA 2010 World Cup will forever change the world's perception of South Africa says President Jacob Zuma

Pretoria - South Africans have been urged to draw on the lessons of the life of former President Nelson Mandela and use this to better the lives of their fellow citizens.

Pretoria- Strike action over wages at parastatal Transnet is set to continue despite a new wage offer, the South African Transport and Allied Workers Union (SATAWU) said on Sunday.

Pretoria- The number of Rift Valley Fever (RVF) infections in animals is on the decline says the National Health Department.

Pretoria- South Africa and the Swedish Trade Council have signed a memorandum of understanding that will create a platform for participation in Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) codes of good practice.

Pretoria- The Department of Trade and Industry and the Swedish Trade Council have signed a Transformation Initiative to develop a coordinated and collective approach for Swedish companies to comply with the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Codes of Good Practice.

Rustenburg - The Royal Bafokeng Stadium is ready and fully prepared to host the millions of local and international soccer fans that will converge in South Africa in June

Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma has congratulated South Africa's new golf champion Louis Oosthuizen after the 27-year-old won his first Major title on Sunday at the British Open at St Andrews

Pretoria - Transnet has urged union leaders to ensure discipline among striking workers and refrain from engaging in acts of violence and intimidation against those colleagues who choose to work.

Pretoria - The 32 teams who have qualified for the 2010 FIFA World Cup are expected to submit provisional lists of up to 30 players to FIFA by Tuesday at midnight Central European Time (CET).

Pretoria - Provinces increased their spending by R14.2 billion for the year ending 31 March, with the bulk going to education, health, public works and roads and transport, Treasury said on Mond

Pretoria - The South African and Kingdom of Swazilands' Health Departments have signed a cooperation agreement in a bid to improve healthcare services in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region.

Pretoria - An estimated 10 000 jobs are expected to be created for unemployed rural youth through a recently launched programme by the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform.

Polokwane- An emerging piggery project in Doornspruit village near Polokwane in Limpopo has benefited more than 130 families - and now it hopes to become a commercial giant.

Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma has assured members of the National Planning Commission (NPC) that they have the full support of Cabinet and that government will not interfere with their work.