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President to deliver SADC summit public lecture

Sunday, August 2, 2026

President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver a keynote address at the University of KwaZulu-Natal in Durban as part of South Africa’s programme of hosting the 46th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Southern African Development Community (SADC).

NSFAS Administrator to brief Minister on stabilisation efforts

Sunday, August 2, 2026

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) recently appointed Administrator, Professor Hlengani Mathebula, will lead the presentation of the NSFAS Stabilisation Report to the Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Kgwaridi Manamela.

SA prepares for potential new adult TB vaccine

Sunday, August 2, 2026

The Department of Health has welcomed progress towards a new tuberculosis (TB) vaccine, while confirming preparatory work to ensure timely access for South Africans as part of ongoing efforts to eliminate the epidemic as a public health threat by 2030.

Aucamp appoints new members to ICC to bolster efforts to fight FMD

Sunday, August 2, 2026

The Minister of Agriculture, Willie Aucamp, has announced the appointment of two new members to the Industry Coordination Council (ICC), which plays a crucial role in government’s efforts to tackle Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in South Africa.

President appoints members of National Council on GBVF

Sunday, August 2, 2026

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed members of the National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide for a period of three years, effective from 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2029.