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More still needs to be done to strengthen government programmes

Friday, June 27, 2025

While South Africa has made significant strides in developing strategies, building infrastructure, and attracting investment, more must be done to ensure government programmes have a broader and deeper impact on the national economy.

Government honours Mama Abigail Kubeka with tribute concert

Friday, June 27, 2025

The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC), through its Van Toeka Af Living Legends Recognition Series, will host a landmark tribute concert in honour of the iconic Mama Abigail Kubeka, celebrating an extraordinary 68-year contribution to South Africa’s music, arts, and cultural landscape.

Former attorney convicted of stealing RAF payouts

Friday, June 27, 2025

A former attorney has been convicted on four counts of theft by the Mpumalanga Specialised Commercial Crimes Court after defrauding clients of their Road Accident Fund (RAF) claims.

Whitfield removed as dtic Deputy Minister

Thursday, June 26, 2025

President Cyril Ramaphosa has removed Andrew Whitfield from his position as the Deputy Minister of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic).

Eastern Cape flood death toll increases to 101

Thursday, June 26, 2025

The death toll from the devastating floods that struck the Eastern Cape earlier this month has risen to 101, the provincial government confirmed on Thursday.

IMC to ensure prudence on the funding of the National Dialogue

Thursday, June 26, 2025

Cabinet has directed the Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) on the National Dialogue to ensure prudence with the funding of the initiative, following concerns raised by the public on how much government would spend on it.

Lamola warns of rising global tensions and urges diplomatic solutions

Thursday, June 26, 2025

International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola has issued a stark warning about escalating global tensions, stressing the critical need for diplomatic intervention and multilateral cooperation.

”We find ourselves in an evolving global disorder that brings with it many perils for the weak and vulnerable,” Lamola said of the geopolitical challenges facing the world.

Cabinet briefed on SANDF withdrawal from the DRC

Thursday, June 26, 2025

Cabinet has been briefed on the phased arrival of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) troops from the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).