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Minister Patricia de Lille: Launch of G20 Tourism Hackathon
Minister of Tourism Patricia de Lille’s virtual remarks at the Launch of the G20 Tourism Hackathon at the University of the Western Cape Programme Directors Vice Chancellor of the University Members of the G20 Working Group Government and industry...

President Cyril Ramaphosa hosts President Van Der Bellen of Austria for a State Visit, 4 Jul
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Friday, 4 July 2025, host President Alexander van der Bellen of Austria at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. The State Visit presents an opportunity to consolidate the long-standing and strong relationship between...

Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa leads community outreach program in Soweto as part of build-up to G20 Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group engagements
Today, the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Honourable Velenkosini Hlabisa, led a community outreach program in Kliptown, Soweto, as part of the build-up to the G20 Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Working Group...

Minister Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi announces departure of National School of Government Principal
The Minister for the Public Service and Administration, Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi has announced that the Principal of the National School of Government, (The NSG), Prof Busani Ngcaweni, will be leaving the NSG in July 2025 to pursue other interests...

Deputy Minister Bernice Swarts: Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Dept Budget Vote 2025/26
Honourable House Chair Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George; Deputy Minister Narend Singh; Honourable Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Nqabisa Gantsho, and Committee...

Deputy Minister Prince Burns-Ncamashe: National Symposium on Land, Heritage and Justice for Social Solidarity, Equality and Sustainable Development
Deputy Minister Prince Burns-Ncamashe: National Symposium on Land, Heritage and Justice for Social Solidarity, Equality and Sustainable Development Programme Director The Executive of Kara Institute Representatives of various NGOs Partners present...

SOUEAST Officially Enters Morocco, Launching New Journey in North African Market
CASABLANCA, Morocco, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SOUEAST announced its official entry into the Morocco market, marking the launch of its North African strategy and a major breakthrough in its global expansion. It will offer EASE urban...

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment on Draft Regulations to manage offshore Ship-to-Ship Transfers, strengthening protection of the African Penguin
The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has signed a Government Notice to publish the second draft of regulations for the Environmental Management of Offshore Ship-to-Ship Transfers for public comment. This follows...

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment on cancer-fighting compound discovered in South African waters
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) is proud to spotlight an extraordinary scientific breakthrough, that has been in the making for several years, from South Africa's deep-sea waters – one with the potential to save...

ZetaDisplay and ENRA Technologies Partner to Drive Digital Signage Innovation in South Africa
Leading European digital signage provider ZetaDisplay has announced an exciting new partnership with ENRA Technologies, a rapidly growing South African IT and AV solutions company, to accelerate the adoption of digital signage across South Africa...

Minister John Steenhuisen opens 58th conference of the South African Society for Agricultural Extension and first Agricultural Extension Week
Today, the Minister of Agriculture, Mr John Steenhuisen reaffirmed the government's dedication to agricultural extension services, highlighting their pivotal role in fostering inclusive rural development, ensuring food security, and facilitating...

Minister John Steenhuisen commends efforts in combating stock theft
Today, the Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen praised the Delmas Valke and AfriForum for its contributions to fighting stock theft, a crime that affects farmers across the country. "Stock theft is a big threat to our agricultural community....

Minister Ronald Lamola leads South Africa’s delegation to 4th International Conference on the Financing for Development Summit in Spain, 30 Jun to 3 Jul
At the invitation of the President Pedro Sánchez Pérez-Castejón of the Government of Spain and United Nations Secretary - General António Guterres, the South African government, led by Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Hon....

Eastern Cape Provincial Government on floods update status update as of 30 June 2025
The Eastern Cape Provincial Government is providing an update on the ongoing search and recovery efforts following the 9-10 June 2025 disastrous floods in the province. As of today, the 30 June 2025, sadly, a total of 102 bodies have been...

Africa-China Trade Momentum Accelerates at Key Expo
The 4th China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo (CAETE) — Quality African Products CHANGSHA, China, June 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Haiwainet, the website of the overseas edition of the People's Daily, today reported, the 4th China-Africa Economic...

Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala addresses Agrément South Africa Industry and Stakeholder Engagement Forum meeting
The Deputy Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Sihle Zikalala, has called for focused collective attention on sustainable and innovative solutions for climate resilience as the country faces climate disasters. Speaking at the Agrément...

Deputy Minister Chupu Mathabatha: NARYSEC youth: Pass-out parade
Programme director, lieutenant colonel and officer in command, 4 Artillery Regiment, Mr Brendon Mabee MEC for agriculture and rural development, North West, Mr Madoda Sambatha MEC for environmental affairs, rural development and land reform,...

Deputy Minister David Mahlobo leads water and sanitation programme at Global Financing Conference in Spain, 30 Jun to 3 Jul
Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation, David Mahlobo, will lead South Africa’s water and sanitation sector programme at the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4), taking place from 30 June to 3 July 2025 in Sevilla,...

Minister Aaron Motsoaledi responds to disinformation on Covid-19 vaccines
Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, has noted with serious concern a sustained campaign of misinformation and disinformation regarding the Covid-19 vaccines. This campaign appears to be led by some unscrupulous people promoting pure business...

Parliament on debates on budget votes in National Assembly
Several mini-plenaries dealing with budget votes will take place this week from Tuesday to Friday at Parliament. After the Minister of Finance has tabled the budget and relevant Bills, outlining the government's spending plans and revenue...