South Africa

The province of KwaZulu-Natal is ready for holiday makers who have started descending on the coastal province from across the country and the neighbouring states.

President Jacob Zuma has encouraged South Africans to work together to bridge the divide created by the country’s past and to move towards a united society in commemoration of the Day of Reconciliation.

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) says beneficiaries who use banks, ATM's and merchant outlets can expect their pay from 1 January 2018 despite the day falling on a public holiday.

The South African National Parks’ Northern Region will be showcasing the rich culture, fauna and flora and beautiful landscapes this festive season in two of its national parks, located in the Limpopo Province.

Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba will today meet with various stakeholders to discuss developments at retail holding company Steinhoff International.

National Treasury has published the second draft of the Carbon Tax Bill for introduction in Parliament as well as for public comment.

Whilst South Africa has made progress in political freedom, the country has a long way to go in dealing with issues of social cohesion and economic equalities.

The Eastern Cape Department of Transport has stepped up its operations to enforce traffic law and promote road safety as citizens prepare for the festive season rush.

While South Africa has experienced a turbulent 2017, government remains committed to maintaining a sustainable fiscal framework going into the future.

An ongoing joint operation between the Hawks’ and the Road Traffic Management Corporation’s National Traffic Anti-Corruption Unit has netted a further 12 traffic officers in the Tzaneen area.

Cabinet is expected to approve the Border Management Agency early next year, says the Department of Home Affairs.

The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) has put in place measures to secure the 54th African National Congress (ANC) Elective Conference.

Avid runners can brace themselves for a run on the wild side, as the Marakele National Park marathon is set for 3 March 2018.

The Northern Cape Department of Transport, Safety and Liaison will this weekend embark on an awareness campaign that tackles substance abuse as well as drinking and driving.

Boredom for Gauteng youth won't be a thing these holidays - thanks to the provincial Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, who have rolled out a school holiday programme to run until January.