South Africa

Cabinet has approved the publication of the Green Hydrogen Commercialisation Strategy (GHCS) for public comment.

Cabinet has approved the Amendment Bills -- the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) Bill of 2022 and Repeal of the Transkeian Penal Code Bill of 2022 -- for submission to Parliament for further processing.

Cabinet has welcomed the launch of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Institute of South Africa at the Johannesburg Business School on Wednesday.

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) says Swiss engineering company, Asea Brown Boveri (ABB), is expected to pay some R2.5 billion in “punitive reparations to South Africa” for its part in State Capture.

Cabinet has approved the country’s National Strategy on Anti-Money Laundering, Counter Financing of Terrorism and Counter Financing of Proliferation (AML/CFT/CPF), together with the National Risk Assessment.

Cabinet has considered and approved the Research Report on disability-related costs on households with children with disabilities and adults with physical disabilities.

Cabinet has called on the public to take extra care during the upcoming festive season.

Cabinet has welcomed the production of the next generation Ford Ranger by Ford Motor Company of South Africa (FMCSA), which saw a capital investment of R15.8 billion.

Cabinet has welcomed the results of Statistics South Africa’s QLFS for the third quarter of 2022, which indicated that 204 000 jobs were gained between the second and third quarters of 2022.

South Africa and Korea are celebrating their 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations this year. 

The Portfolio Committee on Human Settlements has adopted the Housing Consumer Protection Bill for it to be referred to the National Assembly for consideration.

Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister, Nomalungelo Gina, says the cannabis sector has a huge potential for development for the small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) located in rural areas where poverty is concentrated.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says he “categorically denies” allegations that he has violated his oath of office.

The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) has as of Wednesday successfully placed a total of 268 192 Grade 1 and 8 learners, whose parents applied for placement in government schools using the online admissions system.

The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has welcomed government’s decision to ban the trade of scrap metal, as it will significantly improve its ability to run trains and protect the rail infrastructure.