Govt declares foodborne illnesses a national disaster

South Africa’s National Disaster Management Centre has declared foodborne illnesses a national disaster, in response to countrywide sicknesses and deaths, particularly of children, in recent weeks.... 

Civil society points to procedural missteps in govt’s decision on exploration right for oil, gas

Non-profit organisation Natural Justice expressed optimism that the courts will see the flaws in government’s decision-making process on exploration rights for oil and gas and rule in favour of... 

Digital border transformation important to grow economy, create jobs – Leon Schreiber

Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber noted on Wednesday that the digital transformation of the border environment is an important priority for the Government of National Unity to be able to grow... 

DA urges ‘anti-competitive’ Eskom to withdraw legal proceedings against Nersa

The Democratic Alliance on Thursday urged State power utility Eskom to withdraw its “futile and costly” legal dispute and support the transformation of South Africa’s energy sector. Eskom has... 

Parly committee urges Gauteng municipalities to step up water conservation amid crisis

The Portfolio Committee on Water and Sanitation on Wednesday urged Gauteng municipalities to implement demand management strategies to curtail the high water demand in the province. The committee... 

Shamila Batohi affirms NPA’s independence

National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) Shamila Batohi said on Tuesday there has been no interruption of the National Prosecuting Authority’s (NPA’s) work, affirming that the entity... 

Ramaphosa believes SA heading in the right direction under GNU

President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Monday that widespread support for the seventh administration, made up of 11 political parties, and the continued reform agenda, has contributed to the improvement... 

DA wants NPA to account to Parliament over Phala Phala

Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen said his party will refer the National Prosecuting Authority to Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development to explain its... 

DA says it will not agree to implementation of NHI, BELA clauses, as it reflects on 100 days in office

Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen says his party will not, “under any circumstances”, agree to the implementation of the National Health Insurance Scheme and clauses 4 and 5 of the Basic... 

Protests should not come at the cost of economic stability, Busa says as Cosatu strike looms

Business Unity South Africa (Busa) expressed concern over the planned October 7 nationwide protest by the Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu), saying recurring protests, using... 

Schreiber unveils Home Affairs’ plans to 'restore integrity' to SA's national security

In marking 100 days in office for the Government of National Unity, Home Affairs Minister Dr Leon Schreiber highlighted that over the next five years all the department’s services must become fully... 

Busa meets with Ramaphosa over NHI, comes away ‘encouraged’

Business Unity South Africa on Wednesday said it is encouraged by government's “openness” to engage on its concerns around the controversial National Health Insurance Act, following a meeting with... 

Schreiber envisions ‘Home Affairs from home’ as he pushes digitalisation

Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber said securing South Africa’s immigration and civics systems through automation and digital transformation will immediately boost confidence in South Africa’s... 

Tributes pour in for Pravin Gordhan

Fellow politicians and others on Friday expressed their deepest condolences on the passing of former Minister of Public Enterprises and South African Revenue Service Commissioner Pravin Gordhan.... 

Ramaphosa says China’s tech capabilities can support Africa’s industrialisation

President Cyril Ramaphosa noted on Monday that relations between South Africa and China has entered “a new era of opportunity”, following his visit to China, which he said has strengthened trade... 

Wits’ Themba Maseko doubts embattled Justice Minister will ensure whistleblower protection

University of the Witwatersrand School of Governance head and whistleblower Themba Maseko said he is not confident that newly appointed Minister of Justice Thembi Simelane will be able to move... 

Kgalema Motlanthe says addressing corruption requires a multifaceted approach

Former President Kgalema Motlanthe pointed out on Friday that mapping out a future that is free from corruption requires a “deliberate and tactical” approach to ensure a robust rule of law, ethical... 

Busa calls out govt for failing to hold ‘structured’ NHI discussions

Industry body Business Unity South Africa on Thursday expressed disappointment that despite commitments by the government to engage on the National Health Insurance Act, structured discussions have... 

African countries, China driven by desire to achieve shared prosperity – Ramaphosa

President Cyril Rampahosa said on Thursday if African countries and China are to build a future that is people-centred, development-orientated and inclusive, they will need to work in a spirit of... 

Govt says economic growth is a clear indication that SA is on a solid path to recovery

Public information entity Government Communication and Information System said on Wednesday South Africa’s economic growth in the second quarter shows that the economy is on a solid path to... 

Solly Malatsi refers KPMG’s Postbank report to the Hawks

The Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Solly Malatsi has instructed the Postbank board to ensure that the recommendations contained in the KPMG report are implemented, and he has... 

SA Statistics Council says it welcomes criticism of 2022 census data

South African Statistics Council chairperson Dr Nompumelelo Mbele on Friday welcomed any constructive criticism of the 2022 Population Census statistics and methodology, saying the council viewed... 

Success of govt, business partnership depends on active engagement – Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Wednesday that clear communication is crucial for building trust and ensuring that policies are informed by the realities on the ground, assuring that government... 

Solidarity launches skills bank to boost growth, job creation

Trade Union Solidarity on Tuesday pointed out that a precondition for growth and job creation in South Africa is excellent infrastructure and appointing the people with appropriate skills, publicly... 

End of loadshedding positive, but more electricity needed for economy to thrive – PARI

Public Affairs Research Institute’s (PARI’s) energy transition programme head Tracy Ledger noted that while the end of loadshedding is good news for the country, significantly more electricity is... 

My Vote Counts launches Civil Society Electoral Reform Panel, hopes to collaborate with govt

Civil society organisation My Vote Counts on Friday launched the Civil Society Electoral Reform Panel, as a way to demonstrate civil society’s continued commitment to deepening democracy and its... 

Second Presidential Health Compact postponed as Busa lodges objection with President  

The Presidency announced the postponement of the signing of the Second Presidential Health Compact to August 22, with Business Unity South Africa (Busa) stating its objection to the Compact. The... 

Minister attributes drop in rhino poaching to dehorning

Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Dr Dion George noted on Thursday a significant drop in rhino poaching during May and June, attributing this to the dehorning of rhino populations... 

GNU’s current fiscal strategy must be strengthened, CDE advises

Policy think tank the Center for Development and Enterprise on Thursday urged the Government of National Unity to refrain from making any new unaffordable spending commitments, including unbudgeted... 

GNU could spark SA's economic revival – Justice Malala

Renowned South African political commentator Justice Malala on Tuesday expressed positive sentiments on the possibility of prosperity with the formation of the Government of National Unity (GNU),... 

350Africa! calls for urgent renewable-energy investment and policy support

International environmental movement 350Africa! said on Thursday that for Africa to realise a just transition to renewable energy, significant investment from financial institutions and developed... 

New Dirco Minister Ronald Lamola punts opportunities in Africa to stimulate economic growth

In his first stint as International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola stressed the need for government to intensify efforts to help South African companies and State-owned... 

Possibility of further loadshedding cannot be ruled out – Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Monday that while the Government of National Unity is committed to the far-reaching structural electricity reforms it started during the sixth administration, he... 

Bloated Cabinet needs to agree on priorities, agenda for deepened economic reform – CDE

The Centre for Development and Enterprise said on Friday the centre of government needs to be streamlined with more effective processes feeding into Cabinet to ensure better decision-making.... 

Outa urges Ramaphosa to dump Ministers Mantashe, Nzimande, Chikunga

Ahead of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s much anticipated new Cabinet appointments, the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse is urging him not to reappoint Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy Gwede... 

SECTION27 calls for construction of schools more resilient to climate change

Public interest law centre SECTION27 stressed on Wednesday that climate change is not only an academic issue but a real and significant threat, as it recommended the implementation of remote... 

Parliament must play central role in GNU – business

Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) noted on Tuesday that in addition to ensuring accountability and being effective in the law-making process, Parliament must be careful not to frustrate... 

Rising number of minor conflicts increases likelihood of increased future major conflicts – think tank

International think tank Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) founder Steve Killelea said on Thursday that because more countries are becoming involved in international conflicts beyond their... 

Threats of legal action after Ramaphosa signs NHI into law

Civil society organisations and political parties are threatening legal action following Wednesday’s controversial signing of the National Health Insurance Bill. President Cyril Ramaphosa, who... 

Coalition govts must be studied, debated for understanding, improvements – SAIIA

South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) researcher Isabel Bosman said on Tuesday while coalition governments are unusual or outside the norm, they could be considered a natural...