South Africa

The Presidency has moved to clarify some of the frequently asked questions on the role of the Minister in the Presidency responsible for electricity.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed a three-member independent panel to enquire into the circumstances of the docking of the Russian vessel known as Lady R in Simonstown, Western Cape, in December 2022.

Human Settlement s Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has commended Limpopo Province for turning the tide on housing delivery.

The Speaker of the National Assembly, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, is leading a South African Parliament delegation to the Executive Committee (EXCO) of the Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF), currently underway in Mahe, Seychelles.

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has commended efforts led by the Eastern Cape Provincial Government in bringing stability to the Macadamia Project.

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) and the City of Tshwane have agreed to work together in a bid to solve the long-standing water supply challenges in Hammanskraal.

Eskom expects to implement various stages of load shedding over the weekend.

Mineral Resources and Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe says mines should use their Social and Labour Plans (SLP) to create more impactful projects – like clinics and hospitals – in the areas that they mine in.

Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says South Africa has welcomed the opportunity to share its views and insights at the 11th International Meeting of High-Ranking officials responsible for security matters.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a proclamation to transfer roles and responsibilities to the Minister in the Presidency for Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa.