South Africa

President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the eulogy at the funeral service of the late Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa on Sunday.

The Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela, has assured students at Free State and Fort Hare Universities that the department, the universities and police are working hard to protect students and staff.

While global energy talks at the final G20 Energy Transitions Working Group (ETWG) and Energy Transitions Ministerial Meetings ended inconclusively, a different, more urgent struggle was won – one affecting a young girl who, instead of studying after school, must trek for firewood.

The 30 Year Anniversary International Conference of the Public Protector is set to reflect and celebrate the role played by the independent institution’s existence in South Africa’s development.

Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, has conveyed the nation’s collective grief following the passing of South Africa’s Ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa, who said

President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed a new investment package from the European Union (EU) valued at €11.5 billion (R230 billion), describing it as a significant step towards building South Africa’s economy of the future while deepening long-standing ties with Europe.

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has confirmed that no significant damage was observed on-the-ground damage assessment of the observed tornado in the vicinity of the Rand Airport, Germiston.

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will undertake a working visit to Türkiye to co-chair the inaugural Bi-National Commission (BNC) between the two countries on Wednesday, 15 October 2025.

Government is working towards re-establishing rail as the backbone of transport while ensuring that strategic infrastructure such as rail lines and ports remain in public ownership, says Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy.

In a rousing call to action, Electricity and Energy Minister, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has called for G20 countries to ensure that the Energy Transitions Working Group and Ministerial meetings serve as a beacon of hope for those living on the margins of society.

Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, has welcomed a criminal investigation into allegations of bribery and fraud related to the issuing of licences at the Midrand Driver Licensing Testing Centre (DLTC).

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has successfully wrapped up a two-day working visit to South Sudan, which began on Wednesday.

Deputy Minister in the Presidency responsible for the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), Kenny Morolong, on Thursday met with the executives from TikTok South Africa to explore potential areas of collaboration between government and the popular short-form video platform.

Government has taken a significant step towards transforming the management of its data through the launch of the MzansiXchange - an initiative that will enable evidence-based policymaking and real-time data verification between departments.

South Africa’s mental health system is currently facing an increasing challenge due to substance abuse, which is putting immense pressure on public health facilities, emergency services, and mental health professionals.