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SA increases imports to China

Friday, September 6, 2024

“We were able to sign eight agreements, many of which have to do with increased trade between the two countries and that has led to the opening up of the Chinese market for South African products, particularly with regards to beef,” President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Thursday in Beijing, China.

Economic spinoffs of direct Munich-Joburg flight

Thursday, September 5, 2024

The significance of a direct flight from Munich in Germany to Johannesburg is “incalculable” for Gauteng’s economy, according to the Gauteng Department of Economic Development (GDED).

Cabinet welcomes efforts to ensure water security over the next decade

Thursday, September 5, 2024

Cabinet says efforts to improve the management of existing water assets and ensure water security over the next decade has been boosted by President Cyril Ramaphosa's assent to the South African National Water Resources Infrastructure Agency SOC Ltd Bill. 

According to the Acting Minister in the Presidency, Maropene Ramokgopa, the new legislation will also see that a new agency responsible for developing and managing national water infrastructure is established.

Cabinet encouraged by plans to assist municipalities

Thursday, September 5, 2024

Cabinet is encouraged that the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs and the Auditor-General South Africa (AGSA) continue to support and implement initiatives aimed at consolidating the improvements recorded in some municipalities.