South Africa

Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has extended his condolences to the family, friends and fans of legendary actress Connie Chiume.

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister, Dean Macpherson, has welcomed work completed by Infrastructure South Africa to unblock the bureaucracy associated with the Umgeni-Uthukela Water’s Lower uMkhomazi Bulk Water Supply Scheme.

With tourism being one of the fastest growing economic sectors, the Department of Tourism is keen not only to increase employment in the sector, but also to increase arrivals by 15 million by 2030.

When South African athletes enter the Place de la Concorde in Paris on 28 August for the Paris 2024 Paralympics, the country’s hopes will be hoisted high by flag-bearers, sprinter Mpumelelo Mhlongo and swimmer Katherine Swanepoel.

by More Matshediso

Loving and supporting children who live with disabilities is key to enabling them to reach their full potential. 

Karabo Morapedi (22) of Welkom in the Free State is a perfect example of what children with special needs can achieve if they are supported by their families. 

He is among the South African athletes who will be flying the country’s flag high at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games in France. 

Gauteng Education, Sport, Arts, Culture & Recreation MEC, Matome Chiloane has condemned the “reprehensible” incident caught on video at Matshidiso Primary School in Katlehong.

The National Heritage Council of South Africa (NHC) is inviting heritage practitioners, activists and enthusiasts to apply for Heritage Funding until 30 August 2024.

Sabelo Mkhwanazi’s business, Mayanda Fresh supermarket, is centred on providing fresh produce to the community of oThongathi, KwaZulu-Natal.

KwaZulu-Natal Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs MEC, Thulasizwe Buthelezi, has reassured communities under the Umdoni Local Municipality that the department will intervene appropriately to restore good governance and delivery of basic services.

Police have arrested four people following acts of intimidation and violence at a primary school in Katlehong.