South Africa

Eskom says it has delivered 156 consecutive days of uninterrupted power supply since 26 March 2024 and load shedding remains suspended.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has issued a strong warning that law enforcement agencies are determined to bring justice to those who terrorise communities and businesses.

Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has committed the department to prioritise the transfer of land, wealth and income earning ability to organised women.

Crime is generally on the increase and crimes that are of concern include murder, rape, hijacking, kidnapping for ransom payments, and extortion.

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) will investigate allegations of corruption and maladministration in nine Eskom contracts.

Transnet has signed a R5 billion loan agreement with the New Development Bank (NDB) in support of the public entity’s improvement and modernisation efforts in freight rail.

As South Africa enters a new season of spring, the Department of Water and Sanitation has called on the public to use the available water wisely and sparingly, as water levels continue to drop in the watercourses.

While South Africa’s triple challenges of unemployment, inequality, and poverty persist, Norway’s ongoing support and cooperation to enable the country to resolve these pressing development issues is greatly appreciated.

Throughout the month of August, the South African Police Service (SAPS) has embarked on a series of profiles to celebrate women in policing and in particular female leaders within its ranks who are playing key leadership roles within the organisation to ensure a safer and secure country for all.