South Africa

Environmental Affairs Minister Edna Molewa says there has been a slight decrease in the number of rhinos poached nationally between January and June this year.

Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga has welcomed back learners and teachers from the school holiday.

Gauteng Premier David Makhura has expressed sorrow at the news of the passing of distinguished communicator and anti-apartheid activist, Ronnie Mamoepa.

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) intercepted 26kg of cocaine worth an estimated R7.4 million at OR Tambo International Airport.

South Africa and Indonesia have agreed to identify sectors to exploit investment opportunities.

Science and Technology Minister Naledi Pandor has expressed sadness at the passing of Ronnie Mamoepa and conveyed her condolences to his wife, family, friends and colleagues.

The Nelson Mandela Foundation has expressed sadness on the untimely death of Ronnie Mamoepa at a Pretoria hospital last night.

The South African National Parks (SANParks) announced on Friday that the holiday bookings for June and July 2018 will opens on 1 August 2017 as opposed to 25 July 2017 as it was originally planned.

Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa told mourners at the funeral of the late musician Raymond ‘Chikapa’ Enock Phiri that he lived his life to the fullest and that he lived honestly and unflinchingly.

The Presidency has expressed sadness at the death of one of its employees and long-time public servant Ronnie Mamoepa.

President Jacob Zuma says government will continue to take positive measures and work closely with communities to root out the scourge of violent crimes against women and children.

Landowners who have listed invasive species must notify any relevant competent authority, in writing, of the listed invasive species occurring on that land.

Tourism Minister Tokozile Xasa has welcomed the launch of the Comprehensive Maritime Transport Policy by the Department of Transport in Durban on Friday.

Keeping true to government’s promise of healthy, clean, safe and environmentally friendly communities, Public Service and Administration Minister Faith Muthambi today rolled up her sleeves and led a massive clean-up campaign in Vuwani, Limpopo.

The Department of Trade and Industry (dti) will lead a business delegation on Outward Trade and Investment Mission to Lusaka, Zambia.