South Africa

Cabinet has approved the Integrated Crime and Violence Prevention Strategy (ICVPS) for implementation.

Cabinet has approved the submission of the Multilateral Convention to Implement Tax Treaty related measures to prevent Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS MLI) to Parliament for ratification.

Cabinet is considering the impact the current conflict between Russia and Ukraine will have on South Africa’s economy.

Cabinet has expressed confidence that this year’s SA Investment Conference (SAIC) will build on the country’s investment tally, as part of the nation’s drive to attract R1.2 trillion in investment over five years.

As South Africa seeks to be regarded as a key investment destination of choice on the continent, Cabinet approved the publication of the Country Investment Strategy (CIS) for public comment.

Incoming Chief Justice, Raymond Zondo, says deepening the independence of the judiciary is one of his key targets for his term as leader of the South African judiciary and Chief Justice of the Constitutional Court.

Home Affairs Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, has commended the officials involved in the bust of a passport syndicate in Krugersdorp.

The national Department of Transport is well on track with the production of outstanding driving licence cards.

Black industrialists, multinationals, government agencies and small businesses have all dipped into their pockets to contribute towards the country’s economic development.

World renowned healthcare technology scientist, Dr Patrick Soon-Shiong, says South Africa can be the continent’s hub for innovation in health technology.

President Cyril Ramaphosa's ambitious R1.2 trillion investment drive has achieved 95% completion, just a year short of its five-year target.

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister, Patricia de Lille, has challenged the private sector to approach government in order to get information on what government is doing, and what opportunities are available for them within the infrastructure industry.

South Africa’s Just Energy Transition presents an opportunity for not only investors but also for those South Africans who will be closely affected by the transition.

The excessive cost of due diligence and the availability of adequate skills sets have been cited among the stumbling blocks impeding infrastructure or impact investments.

Minister in the Presidency, Mondli Gungubele, says government is working towards a new consensus together with its partners and business in order to improve the business environment for growth.