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Government confirms approval of permit for Abakan Air

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The Department of Transport has confirmed the approval and issuing of a Foreign Operator’s Permit (FOP) to the Abakan Air for transporting general cargo, civilian helicopter, and acrobatic airplanes.

Recognising the rights of persons with disabilities

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Minister of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Sindisiwe Chikunga has outlined government’s efforts that are intended to protect and promote the rights of persons with disabilities.

Government calls for investment in circular economy

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With the official opening of Extrupet’s new food-grade Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) plastic recycling plant in Cape Town, government has encouraged the waste sector to invest in building a circular economy that works for all.

SAPS investigates North West murder after shovel attack

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The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the North West Province is investigating an incident in Mosiane View village, Mahikeng, where a 25-year-old man allegedly killed his 48-year-old mother with a shovel on Saturday morning.

Mahlobo condemns vandalism of water infrastructure

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Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation David Mahlobo has expressed frustration and disappointment over the ongoing vandalism of water infrastructure in the Eastern Cape, warning that such acts are undermining efforts to deliver reliable water services to local communities.

SA companies confident to clinch deals with European markets

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The South African companies participating in the Anuga Food and Beverage Trade Fair in Germany are confident that they will not only fly the country’s flag high but also return home with good trade leads and deals to enable them to export their products to Europe.

Government committed to vulture conservation 

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With the severe population declines of vultures over the past three decades, government has reaffirmed its commitment to ensure that vulture conservation remains a national priority.

Western Cape police efforts pay off

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The endeavours of the respective South African Police Service (SAPS) stations and units in the Western Cape to bring stability to crime-ridden areas have proved fruitful with the confiscation of illegal firearms and ammunitions during police operations.

Deputy President to attend Invest in Senegal Forum

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The Deputy President, Paul Mashatile, is set to embark on a Working Visit to Dakar, Republic of Senegal, to attend the 2025 Edition of the Invest in Senegal Forum, taking place from 7-8 October 2025.

CGE welcomes ruling on parental leave equality

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The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) has welcomed the landmark Constitutional Court ruling on parental leave equality as a significant step forward in advancing gender equality in South Africa.

Three convicted for R3 million ghost employee scheme

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Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane has welcomed the sentencing of two former employees and an external accomplice who were convicted of fraud, forgery and theft respectively, in relation to a R3 million ghost employee scheme.