South Africa

Pontederia crassipes: Pretty for some, a nightmare for others

Praises from around the world are rolling in for Dr Naledi Pandor as she steps down from her government position after serving as a Member of Parliament (MP) since 1994.

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has encouraged men to prioritise their health as the province observes Men's Health Month.

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has strengthened its hand to fight corruption through data analytics.

National Treasury says that whilst South Africa is on track to address all the outstanding Action Items to exit grey listing, it remains a tough challenge to address all 14 of the remaining Action Items by February 2025.

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has urged men to play their part to keep women safe and protected.

An organisation promoting the human rights and empowerment of women and girls has commended the appointment of new Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Minister, Sindisiwe Chikunga and Deputy Minister Mmapaseka Steve Letsike to the portfolio.

Partnership policing continues to yield positive results through the multidisciplinary approach of "Operation Shanela" initiative which has resulted in the arrest of 967 suspects in the Free State province last week.

The National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) has officially commenced trading, marking the company’s establishment as a distinct and wholly owned subsidiary of Eskom.

AgriSA says it is looking forward to a collaborative and productive relationship, working together with the newly appointed Agriculture Minister, John Steenhuisen, to advance the agricultural sector in South Africa.

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has reiterated his commitment to a team-oriented approach to governance, and to collaborate with everyone willing to work alongside him.

The Department of Health has welcomed Dr Aaron Motsoaledi as their new Minister and his Deputy, Dr Joe Phaahla, as part of the newly established seventh democratic administration to move South Afri

The City of Cape Town has urged its residents to be aware of a scam doing the rounds, where money is solicited from the city’s customers to avoid supposed water restrictions/disconnections due to non-payment. 

South Africa’s newly announced Deputy President Paul Mashatile and the new Ministers and Deputy Ministers are expected to be sworn into office the coming days.

A report by National Treasury shows that in the 2023/24 financial year, national and provincial government departments have overall regressed in paying invoices to suppliers within the required 30 days.