South Africa

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has successfully intercepted more than 333kg of cocaine at the OR Tambo International Airport.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa remains a respected member of the African community of nations and a principled Pan-African actor, despite concerns raised by some African countries concerning migration-related matters.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says Operation Prosper has resulted in the arrest of 1 080 people and the seizure of firearms, ammunition, explosives, gold and illegal mining equipment as government intensifies efforts to dismantle illegal mining networks.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says deep structural problems at municipal level are at the heart of South Africa’s water crisis, with government drawing on lessons from its successful response to the electricity crisis to restore reliable water supply and eradicate sewage pollution.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says police and other security agencies are processing reports and evidence relating to violence against foreign nationals, with arrests and prosecutions expected against those found to have violated the law.

Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Sindisiwe Chikunga will on Wednesday lead a National Press Club Women’s Month Distinction Dialogue commemorating 70 years since the historic 1956 Women’s March.

Building an inclusive economy that creates jobs, expands business opportunities and improves the lives of all South Africans remains a central priority of the Seventh Administration. Government is pursuing a range of policies and programmes to accelerate economic growth, attract investment and unlock greater opportunities for businesses. Among these is Operation Vulindlela, a programme focused on removing barriers to economic growth and improving the performance of key sectors of the economy.

The eThekwini Municipality is stepping up efforts to reclaim Durban’s inner-city public spaces through weekly, multi-disciplinary operations targeting illegal structures, illegal dumping and the unlawful occupation and use of open spaces.

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi says the Special Investigation Unit (SIU) has recovered about R2 billion that is due to be repaid to the State following investigations emanating from Presidential proclamations.

A newly opened vegetable packhouse in Bloemhof is set to unlock growth opportunities for farmers, improve access to formal markets and strengthen the agricultural value chain in the North West.