South Africa

International Relations and Cooperation Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane has concluded her Working Visit to Italy.

Government says it has noted with concern the attack by terrorists at the Radisson Blue Hotel in Bamako, Mali. The attack has claimed innocent lives whilst other people including staff and guests at the hotel were held hostage.

The Department of Home Affairs on Friday announced that between 27 November and 2 December people will not be able to make ID and passport applications as the department will be installing new upgrades to improve its services.

Pretoria – Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Susan Shabangu, says she is encouraged by the growing number of men who are getting involved in the fight against the abuse of women and children.

Pretoria – Government and the media have renewed their commitment to strengthen their relationship while promoting an environment for a free and thriving media.

The Presidency will soon launch a Presidential Media and Communication Working Group, which will bring government into contact with media leaders and experts in the sector.

Pretoria-The Lesotho delegation is ‘quite impressed’ with South Africa’s substantial progress in the implementation of the much awaited digital migration project.

Pretoria - The Independent Commission for the Remuneration of Public Office Bearers (POBs) has recommended a 5% increase on remuneration for President Jacob Zuma and all anchor positions of the Executive, Legislative and Judiciary for the 2015/16 financial year.

Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma has established an Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) to plan and coordinate the historic centenary celebrations of the University of Fort Hare.

Pretoria - South African Airways (SAA) Chief Commercial Officer, Sylvain Bosc, has been suspended, the national carrier announced on Friday.

Cape Town - President Jacob Zuma says the availability of comprehensive broadband has ensured that regardless of their location, citizens can access information through mobile technology.

Pretoria - The Gauteng Provincial Government has officially launched the #SAVEWATER campaign which marks the beginning of a new era in water preservation in the province, according to Cooperative Governance, Traditional Affairs and Human Settlements MEC Jacob Mamabolo.

Cape Town - President Jacob Zuma says the proposed Higher Education Amendment Bill will make it possible for discussions around institutional autonomy to take place.

Pretoria - Higher Education and Training Minister Blade Nzimande has signed a joint agreement with BRICS education ministers to develop a solid framework for future cooperation in education.

Pretoria - The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has rejected a story written by the Daily News and Independent Online (IOL) on the 2015 Annual National Assessments (ANA).