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OPA paints a picture of the next five years

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National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza has encouraged South Africans to watch the Opening of Parliament Address (OPA) to hear how their vote will work for them in the coming five years of the seventh administration.

Commemorating Nelson Mandela International Day in our 30 years of freedom and democracy

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Every year on 18 July, South Africans from all walks of life join together to celebrate and honour a man who changed the world for the better. This commemoration pays tribute to the life and works of the late former President Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, who was the first black president of our democratic government and a global icon.

Opening of Parliament to feature TshiVenda Imbongi

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The upcoming Opening of Parliament Address (OPA) will feature the cultural tradition of an Imbongi, bridging the country’s rich heritage with democratic present, says Speaker of the National Assembly, Thoko Didiza.

Heavy rains expected for Opening of Parliament Address

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Heavy rains and cold weather is expected in Cape Town tomorrow evening as President Cyril Ramaphosa convenes a joint sitting of the newly established two Houses of Parliament to deliver the Opening of Parliament Address (OPA).

All eyes on SA's First Citizen

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Many South Africans are expected to be glued to their screens this evening, 18 July 2024, as they eagerly wait to hear from President Cyril Ramaphosa, when he delivers the Opening of Parliament Address (OPA) at 7pm.

Deputy Ministers to commemorate Mandela Day in Nyanga

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As South Africa joins the world in celebration of Mandela Day, Deputy Ministers in the Presidency, Kenny Morolong and Nonceba Mhlauli will be spending their 67 minutes in honour of Nelson Mandela at the John Pama Primary School in Nyanga, Cape Town.

CoGTA Minister talks tough on underperforming municipalities

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Newly appointed Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa has stated that the seventh administration is committed to working towards turning around dysfunctional municipalities, including the eThekwini Metro.

Tax Season 2024 kicks off in South Africa

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At least 191 000 South Africans have filed their tax returns following the opening of the filing season for provisional and non-provisional taxpayers on Monday, 15 July.