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Israel’s disregard for ICJ rulings undermines global governance, says Dangor

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Israel’s ongoing disregard for the rulings of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) undermines the integrity of the court and weakens the ability of global governance institutions to address impunity, says Zane Dangor, the Director-General of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO).

SA's G20 Presidency aims for sustainable economic growth, job creation

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

As the Chair of the Group of 20 (G20), South Africa’s goal is to promote mutually beneficial economic growth, create jobs and advance sustainable development for its partner nations, says Deputy President Paul Mashatile.

Mashatile was speaking during the opening ceremony of the China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) in Beijing on Wednesday. The event showcases the latest developments in supply chain management.

Rise in e-commerce activity boosts SA’s supply chain sector

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Despite facing ongoing challenges, South Africa’s supply chain sector is experiencing growth fuelled by a surge in e-commerce and advancements in technology. 

This is according to Deputy President Paul Mashatile, who was speaking at the opening ceremony of the China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) in Beijing on Wednesday. 

“Our business communities have been resilient and adapting through strategies like diversifying suppliers, holding more inventory, and investing in digital transformation,” he told delegates.

Government welcomes ruling against online child sexual abuse content

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies and the Film and Publication Board (FPB) have welcomed the ruling by the Gauteng High Court ordering Meta to shut down certain Instagram accounts and WhatsApp channels found to be distributing explicit Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM), commonly known as child pornography.

Creecy dissolves RAF board amid governance challenges

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

The Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy, has decided to dissolve the Board of Directors of the Road Accident Fund (RAF) due to persistent governance and operational challenges that have beset the fund and significantly undermined its ability to discharge its statutory mandate.

Deploying technology to save the white rhino

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Government has launched a strategy that seeks to rebuild the Kruger National Park’s white rhino population from just over 2 000 to 12 000 within the next decade by using technology.

Government moves to ban harmful captive lion breeding practices

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is taking decisive action to phase out harmful captive lion breeding practices and reinforcing animal well-being through updated regulations, as part of ongoing efforts to protect South Africa’s wildlife.