South Africa has welcomed ongoing discussions at the African Union (AU) on migration, saying the continent needs a comprehensive and coordinated response that addresses the root causes of irregular migration rather than singling out individual countries.
President Cyril Ramaphosa will host Southern African leaders in Durban next month when South Africa assumes the chairship of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) at the 46th Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government.
Government has issued a stern warning against individuals impersonating Home Affairs officials conducting unlawful identity searches on foreign nationals, saying those involved in intimidation, extortion and other illegal activities will face the full might of the law.
Government has announced that it will scale down operations at the Musina Temporary Repatriation Processing Centre (TRPC) from 20 000 to 1 500 capacity from 1 August, as the implementation of its Five-Point Plan on Migration Management continues to yield results.
By Dr. Fateh Boutbig, President of the Pan-African Parliament
The First Ordinary Session of the Pan-African Parliament will be held at a particularly critical juncture at both continental and international levels. Geopolitical transformations are unfolding alongside economic, security, social and environmental challenges, compelling African institutions to move beyond diagnosis towards action, and from the management of crises to the shaping of the future.
Government has called on South Africans to unite behind the national women's football team, Banyana Banyana, as they continue their campaign in the 2026 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
President Cyril Ramaphosa has paid tribute to liberation struggle stalwart, Shantavothie "Shanthie" Naidoo Tweedie, describing her as a hero whose lifelong sacrifice and commitment helped shape South Africa's journey to freedom.
Government has issued a stern warning that any attack on members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) or other law enforcement agencies will be met with the full force of the law.
Government has cautioned the public against trusting or sharing unverified content relating to migration, as misinformation, disinformation and malinformation continue to pose a growing challenge to social cohesion and informed public discourse.
Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Minister in the Presidency Sindisiwe Chikunga will officially launch the 2026 Women's Month campaign at the EmpowerHer Market Trade Fair in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
