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End of State of Disaster in sight for SA

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President Cyril Ramaphosa announced on Thursday that government plans to scrap the National State of Disaster as the country enters a new phase in the management of the COVID-19 pandemic.

MPs put their best fashion foot forward

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The State of the Nation Address 2022 red carpet, while still a smaller affair than in previous years, did not stop Members of Parliament and other guests from putting their best fashion foot forward.

Law enforcement ready to ensure safe SONA

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Law enforcement agencies deployed for tonight’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) have been urged not to hesitate to enforce the law should any unruly or criminal behaviour rear its ugly head during and after proceedings.

All systems go for 2022 SONA

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It will be an unfamiliar setting when President Cyril Ramaphosa lays out government's roadmap when he delivers his sixth State of the Nation Address (SONA) this evening.

Kekana: Get counted to help us improve services

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Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Pinky Kekana, has urged residents of Delft in the Western Cape to stand up and get counted in the upcoming Census to help government to better plan for the delivery of services.

CDC creates investment-ready platform to boost aquaculture sector

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In an effort to unlock the aquaculture sector in the Nelson Mandela Bay municipal region, the Coega Development Corporation (CDC) has decided develop a 440 hectare land-based aquaculture development zone (ADZ) to accommodate both freshwater and marine aquaculture.

Survey to gauge HIV prevalence in SA kicks off

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The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) and its partners on Tuesday launched its sixth South African HIV Prevalence, Incidence, Behaviour and Communication Survey.

Commercial crimes courts hit 92% conviction rate

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The Justice and Constitutional Development Department says Specialised Commercial Crimes Courts (SCCC) have thus far scored a 92% conviction rate in matters which have been finalised by verdict.

Tembisa Hospital temporarily closed after fatal shooting

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The Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) advises members of the public who need to access health care services at the Tembisa Hospital today, to visit nearby health facilities as the hospital remains inaccessible following a fatal shooting incident.

Sex work decriminalisation consultations begin

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Justice and Constitutional Development Deputy Minister John Jeffery says the possible decriminalisation of sex work may be disputed, but it must be fully debated before a decision is taken.