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Mashatile reaffirms strength of Government of National Unity

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Deputy President Paul Mashatile says the recent meeting of the Government of National Unity (GNU) Clearing House Mechanism demonstrates that the GNU is still intact, and committed to the shared goals and objectives of all represented parties.

DIRCO committed to supporting South African Hajj pilgrims 

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The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) says it remains dedicated to providing consular support to South African nationals fulfilling their religious obligations, including Hajj and Umrah, while also striving to maintain South Africa’s positive reputation in Saudi Arabia.

Global leaders urge action against humanitarian law violations in conflicts

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Leaders from Brazil, China, France, Jordan, Kazakhstan and South Africa, along with representatives from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), have expressed concern about the widespread violations of international humanitarian law (IHL) happening in conflicts around the world.

Building SA’s circular economy

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South Africa’s waste and renewable energy reforms are transforming environmental policy into a driver of job creation and investment, while strengthening the country’s circular economy, says Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Dr Dion George.

Mpumalanga seven to appear in court

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Seven suspects are expected to appear in the Pilgrim's Rest Periodical Court today after being found without the valid documentation to be in the country, police said.

Water dept uses prestigious award to encourage development

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Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina has encouraged the Water Research Commission and other stakeholders to use the prestigious World Heritage Irrigation Structure (WHIS) Award recognising Douglas Weir as the best and historical irrigation structure globally.

Macpherson welcomes blacklisting of 40 contractors

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Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has welcomed the move by the department’s entity, the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB), to blacklist 40 contractors from doing business with the department and its entities.