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SASSA August payments without major incident

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The August South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) payment cycle went without any major incidents in all pilot sites spread throughout all the nine provinces, Social Development Minister, Susan Shabangu, announced on Thursday.

Vocational education needs to meet 21st century demands

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Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister Buti Manamela says vocational education in the 21st century requires both head and hand skills, as the increasing use of integrated technologies is less done by hand.

Power remains constrained today

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The power system is expected to remain constrained for most of today as wage talks between Eskom and the unions resume this morning under the auspices of the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA).

President announces inquiries into Jiba, Mrwebi

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has informed the Deputy National Director of Public Prosecutions, Advocate Nomgcobo Jiba and Special Director of Public Prosecutions, Advocate Lawrence Mrwebi, of his intention to institute inquiries into their fitness to hold office.

SAA Act transferred back to Public Enterprises

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has transferred the administration of the South African Airways Act, and accompanying functions, from the Minister of Finance back to the Minister of Public Enterprises.

SA Express board appoints new acting CEO

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The Board of South African Express Airways, with concurrence from Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan, has appointed Siza Mzimela as the new acting CEO of SA Express. 

Hi-tech lung cancer lab to benefit all

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If the country is to reduce its high cancer statistics, the public would have to be educated about the illness and preventative measures taken, says Gauteng Health MEC, Dr Gwen Ramokgopa.