South Africa

Proudly South African’s annual Buy Local Summit and Expo is underway at the Sandton Convention Centre in Gauteng.

The Department of Social Development is conducting a nationwide oversight visit to various community-based organisations that are funded to render social development services across South Africa.

The Eastern Cape Provincial Government has reinforced its administrative leadership with the appointment of new Heads of Departments (HoDs) across several critical portfolios.

Deputy President Paul Mashatile arrived at Narita International Airport in Tokyo, Japan, on Sunday for a working visit aimed at strengthening the cooperation between South Africa and Japan in areas of mutual interest.

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has extended his heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives during the recent heavy rains that battered the province.

Twelve foreign nationals have been arrested in connection with illegal mining activities in the Free State, said the South African Police Service (SAPS).

At least six people are expected to appear in court this week in connection with a fraud scheme at the Kusile Power Station in Mpumalanga.

Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina the department will ensure the acceleration of the R5.7 billion project to raise Clanwilliam Dam wall situated in Olifants River, Western Cape.

Human Settlements Minister, Thembi Simelane, has pledged to support the Free State Province in its efforts to meet the 2024-2029 target to deliver housing units to qualifying beneficiaries.

Mpumalanga MEC for Economic Development and Tourism, Makhosazane Masilela, has called on businesses to “go above and beyond” to demonstrate ethical business practices.

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will on Sunday undertake a working visit to Tokyo, in Japan.

President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Monday officially open the Bana Pele Early Childhood Development (ECD) Leadership Summit at the Atlas Studios, in Johannesburg.

The Presidency says it remains committed to building a relationship with the United States of America (USA), despite the "regrettable" recent expulsion of SA Ambassador to the US, Embrahim Rasool.

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS), together with the Dutch Water Authorities, have held a Blue Deal Steering Committee meeting, focusing on the Blue Deal South Africa Programme, which aims to improve water management and access to clean water in South Africa.

South Africa’s world-renowned Narrative Therapist and Psychosocial Specialist, Ncazelo Mlilo, has been nominated for the prestigious Women Changing the World Awards.