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Vietnam visit set to unlock trade, investment and skills exchange opportunities

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

By Dikeledi Molobela

Hanoi, Vietnam - The buzz in Hanoi is unmistakable. Streets draped in vibrant red flags, and gold stars ripple in the autumn breeze, while the hum of motorbikes mingles with the soft chatter of locals anticipating the arrival of a special guest. 

President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to touch down in the Vietnamese capital on Thursday for a State Visit that is as symbolic as it is strategic, one that promises to cement South Africa’s engagement with Southeast Asia. 

Call to expand internship opportunities for graduates

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

The Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Nomalungelo Gina, has urged the private sector to open its doors wider to young graduates in South Africa by creating more internship opportunities.

New partnership to strengthen evidence-based healthcare policy in SA

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

A groundbreaking collaboration between the Department of Health, the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) and Stellenbosch University aims to transform healthcare policy decision-making in South Africa.  

The Evidence to Decision (E2D) initiative, launched in November 2024, will ensure that healthcare policies are informed by the best available evidence, supporting the implementation of the National Health Insurance (NHI). 

Taking the high road to development 

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

With a road infrastructure network stretching 27 478 kilometres, South Africa’s national roads are an important lifeline of the economy.

Police on the hunt for Westbury shooters

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

The National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS), Fannie Masemola, says police are working around the clock to apprehend the suspects behind Tuesday’s mass shooting in Westbury.

Gauteng Legislature condemns youth involvement in Westbury shooting

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Following a deadly shooting in Westbury, the Gauteng Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Community Safety says the involvement of young people in violence is an indictment of the current state of community safety and social cohesion in the area.