New York, USA — United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called for a more representative and interconnected global order grounded in international law, warning that widening geopolitical divisions, inequality, the climate crisis and rapid advances in artificial intelligence are manifestations of a broader struggle over power.
South Africans are urged to use the lessons of history to strengthen democracy, defend freedom and build a more inclusive future.
South Africa will continue to defend the principles of the United Nations Charter, international law, and multilateralism despite the challenges associated with taking a stand on global conflicts.
International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola said this on Monday while addressing a special event, “We Shall Not Be Moved: A Special Event in Honour of the UN Charter,” at The Riverside Church in New York.
South Africa will on Thursday mark National Heritage Day, with this year’s celebrations focusing on the role of living heritage in strengthening social cohesion, national unity and a shared sense of belonging.
South Africa is entering a new phase in its economic renewal. After years of grappling with structural constraints, the country is beginning to see the tangible results of reform. Energy reliability is improving, logistics performance is recovering, infrastructure investment is moving from plans to construction, and business confidence is strengthening.
Farmers and Communal Property Associations (CPAs) in Tigane near Klerksdorp, North West, are set to benefit from improved access to agricultural machinery following the provincial government’s intervention to boost production and strengthen food security.
The 2026 Foundation Phase Catalogue for Grades 1–3 has moved decisively from approval to implementation.
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has opened its 2026 Debt Relief Programme, providing qualifying account holders with an opportunity to settle outstanding municipal debt over a period of up to 36 months.
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) and its Board have unanimously approved a proposal by Agriculture Minister Willie Aucamp to allow qualifying private companies to use the ARC’s intellectual property (IP) to manufacture its Foot-and -Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccine at a large scale.
Deputy Minister in the Presidency Kenny Morolong has hailed relations between South Africa and Vietnam, noting that the relationship will only strengthen in the future.
KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government has reaffirmed its commitment to combat Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF), strengthen community safety and support efforts to ensure that survivors have confidence in the criminal justice system.
The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) has welcomed the arrest of two Eastern Cape women in connection with an alleged R1.1 million fraud case involving UIF funds.
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has restored funding for 357 Nelson Mandela University (NMU) students enrolled in extended programmes after they were incorrectly defunded due to incorrect qualification codes.
The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has opened applications for Special Votes for the upcoming Local Government Elections.
New York, USA — South Africa is moving beyond discussions on economic growth and industrialisation towards implementing concrete projects and partnerships across the continent said Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau.
