South Africa

Recent developments in the global trade, which include tariff hikes, have underscored the urgent need for South Africa to diversify its markets.

Science, technology, and innovation hold the key to shaping inclusive, just, and sustainable societies - and global leaders must recognise their transformative power, says Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation

Government has condemned all forms of physical or verbal attacks directed at police officers or any law enforcement officers.

Over the past decade, the country’s ocean economy has attracted more than R4 billion in investment, with government contributions drawing in significant private capital.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed the Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Angie Motshekga, to serve as Acting President of the Republic of South Africa during the concurrent absence from the country of both the President and the Deputy President.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has on Wednesday evening arrived in Brussels in the Kingdom of Belgium, following a successful Official Visit to Ireland.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared that the late Ambassador Emmanuel Nkosinathi “Nathi” Mthethwa will be honoured with a Special Official Funeral Category 2.

South Africa and Nigeria have reaffirmed their full commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation in science, technology, and innovation (STI) as this remains a priority within the countries’ science diplomacy agendas.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has commended Ireland for its principled stance on the war in Gaza, saying the world must unite to end what he described as Israel’s genocide against the Palestinian people.

The renewable energy industry is a “defining opportunity” for African countries to leverage its vast resources to re-industrialise, create dignified employment opportunities for youth and power a new wave of skills development.

Employment and Labour Deputy Minister Jomo Sibiya has reaffirmed government’s commitment to ensuring timely stipend payments for Education Assistants and General School Assistants under the Basic Education Employment Initiative (BEEI).

The Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, has assured Education Assistants that their stipend payments have been resolved, and that all eligible beneficiaries will receive their funds.

Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister, Dr Mimmy Gondwe, has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the department and Microsoft South Africa on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital skills development.

Three former employees of the Gauteng West Department of Education have been convicted and sentenced for theft and fraud, by the Palm Ridge Specialised Commercial Crimes Court.

Detectives in the South African Police Service (SAPS) in Gauteng have secured 1 208 convictions between 1 July and 30 September 2025, marking a substantial step forward in the province's ongoing fight against crime.