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School of government partners with China to train public servants 

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

The National School of Government (The NSG) has organised a learning exchange programme taking public servants and elected public representatives to China to gain firsthand experience of how China has managed the modernisation and professionalisation of the State.

Report on George building collapse expected by month-end

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson says a report on the collapse of the George building conducted by the Council for the Built Environment and its body, the Engineering Council of South Africa, is expected to be completed by the end of May.

Water infrastructure upgrades bring much-needed relief to farming communities

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Through targeted interventions and strategic infrastructure upgrades, the North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has brought much-needed relief to farming communities that have long contended with unreliable water sources.

The provincial department said over a dozen villages in the Kagisano-Molopo and Greater Taung Local Municipalities are benefiting from restored, upgraded, and newly developed water systems. 

Home Affairs Minister welcomes Constitutional Court judgment

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Home Affairs Minister, Dr Leon Schreiber, has welcomed the Constitutional Court judgment handed down in respect of section 6(1)(a) of the South African Citizenship Act 88 of 1995, regarding the loss of citizenship.

Concern over Ekurhuleni metro police suspensions

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

The Gauteng Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has noted with concern the suspension of more than 300 Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) officers, following their alleged participation in an illegal strike in March this year.

Call for stronger investment in African Agriculture

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has challenged political leaders across the continent to uphold their commitments to enhance agricultural growth and productivity, while increasing the level and efficiency of farm investments for a broader impact.