South Africa

Defence and Military Veterans Minister, Angie Motshekga, has been appointed as South Africa’s Acting President.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the Electricity Regulation Amendment Act which sets out far-reaching reforms of the country’s electricity sector, including the establishment of a competitive electricity market.

The Department of Home Affairs is taking decisive action against fraud involving identity books and cards.

Chief Justice designate, Mandisa Maya is “capable” and equal to the task of heading South Africa’s apex court – the Constitutional Court.

Minister of Energy and Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has announced that the Ministerial Determination for the procurement of 2 500MW of nuclear energy, has been withdrawn.

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Thembi Simelane, says the operationalisation and establishment of the Investigating Directorate against Corruption (IDAC) – which resides within the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) – is a crucial step in government’s fight against corruption in the country.

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is implementing a “robust” turnaround strategy for the Office of the State Attorney following allegations of fraud, corruption and malfeasance.

Justice and Constitutional Development Minister, Thembi Simelane, announced on Friday that the department is actively addressing Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters and Extradition requests involving South Africa.

“We are committed to fulfilling our treaty and extradition obligations to ensure that justice is served in all relevant cases,” she told journalists. 

The Minister was speaking during a media briefing where she outlined the priorities of her department in the seventh administration.

The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) has recommended that the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development take the lead in ensuring the introduction of necessary national legislative reforms related to communal land.

Justice and Constitutional Development Minister, Thembi Simelane, says government remains dedicated to addressing claims arising from the Marikana tragedy.