South Africa

Consumers will have to tighten their belts in the months ahead, following the release of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) figures today.

The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has appointed Sibusiso Sithole as its new Group CEO for a period of 12 months effective from 1 June 2018.

The rebranding of the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) News must seek to find and nurture new talent while retaining talent that has the requisite skills, ideas and ethical commitment to serving South Africa’s diverse nation, says Minister of Communications Nomvula Mokonyane.

It is of utmost importance to have a financial sector that serves all South Africans, says Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene.

Social Development Minister Susan Shabangu has dismissed rumours that the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will close all pay points in the country without providing an alternative for its beneficiaries.

The five major emerging economies -- Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) grouping -- ended their meeting on Monday with a common voice on major issues on the international agenda.

Minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma has urged youth to participate in Parliament’s public hearings, especially on matters pertaining to the country’s development.

Minister of Police, Bheki Cele, has announced a “stabilisation invention plan” to put an end to serious and violent crimes, particularly aggravated robberies.

Statistics South Africa says more consumers received free basic services such as electricity, water and sanitation in 2017 - as compared with 2016.

The BRICS Foreign Affairs Ministers kicked off their second formal meeting in a cold Pretoria this morning.

Gone are the days of filing your tax return at the last minute - as, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) has announced a shortened time frame to file tax returns.

The Financial and Fiscal Commission (FFC) says government must exercise stronger oversight by imposing a clear, measurable evaluation framework for consultants and contractors to improve service delivery.

The land based Public Passenger Transport Market Inquiry public hearings will be held in Tshwane and Johannesburg this week, says the Competition Commission.

The illegal mining operations in KwaMachi, near Harding, have been halted and the mine has been cordoned off following concerns about the safety of the diggers.

President Cyril Ramaphosa will this week host the President of the Saharawi Arab Democratic Republic, President Brahim Ghali, for a working visit.