Applause and ululations filled the air at the Marine Building overlooking Durban’s busy harbour as 25 women entrepreneurs from across KwaZulu-Natal stepped forward to receive more than just cheques, but a vote of confidence in their dreams.
The National Planning Commission (NPC) has welcomed the strong focus of the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on the objectives of the National Development Plan: Vision 2030 (NDP).
By Andrea Naicker
One of the most enduring symbols of South Africa’s democracy is the ballot box -- a reminder of our collective struggle for freedom and the power each citizen holds in shaping our nation’s future. As we approach the upcoming 2026 Local Government Elections, this democratic right depends increasingly on the availability of accurate, credible information that enables citizens to make informed decisions. Yet this critical foundation is threatened by the growing challenge of disinformation.
South Africa’s strategic partnership with the African Export–Import Bank (Afreximbank) has unlocked a US$8 billion commitment to drive industrial growth, create jobs, and strengthen the economy by adding more value to South Africa’s natural resources.
The Gauteng Provincial Government says its approach to economic growth is firmly grounded in the reindustrialisation of Gauteng and the deliberate inclusion of township and local enterprises in the mainstream economy.
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has welcomed President Cyril Ramaphosa’s directive to deploy the SANDF to Gauteng to stamp out illegal mining and rising gang violence.
Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister David Mahlobo is undertaking a high-level working visit to Japan to strengthen bilateral cooperation between South Africa and Japan in the water and sanitation sector.
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi says a R760 million infrastructure investment upgrade is underway in the city of Johannesburg to permanently resolve water issues.
The Portfolio Committee on Higher Education and Training has warned universities and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges against using internationalisation as a reason to ignore South Africa’s immigration and labour laws.
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s commitment to improve water and sanitation infrastructure to safeguard economic growth and secures existing investments, is bearing fruit with R16 million refurbishment of the Kelvin Jones Wastewater Treatment Plant in Kariega.
