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Gauteng steps up fight against gender-based violence

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Pretoria – The Gauteng government will ensure that barriers to women reporting abuse are removed, and that women are supported to pursue cases rather than withdrawing charges under pressure, says Premier David Makhura.

Air Force to test its capability

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Pretoria - The South African Air Force (SAAF) will hold a capability demonstration next week to invigorate its combat readiness and its role in peace support operations.

Traditional leadership integral to development

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Pretoria – Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) Deputy Minister Obed Bapela says the institution of traditional leadership is important to the development and continued existence of the country.

Gauteng ploughs billions into infrastructure

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Pretoria - The Gauteng Provincial Government will over the next three years invest more than R44 billion in infrastructure development, while provincial municipalities spend R94 billion over the next five years.

SA celebrates Africa Day

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Pretoria - South Africans across the country today join the continent in commemorating Africa Day.

Men must stand up to violence against women and children

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Pretoria – Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Susan Shabangu, has called on men and interfaith organisations to take a stand and be counted in the fight against violence targeting women and children.

Postbank ready to help SASSA pay grants

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Pretoria - Telecommunications and Postal Services Minister Siyabonga Cwele says the South African Post Office (SAPO) is ready to use Postbank to help the South Africa Social Security Agency (SASSA) to take over the payment of social grants, as directed by the Constitutional Court.