President Ramaphosa to address Africa Day celebrations
President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to lead the Africa Day celebrations to be held at the Cradle of Humankind in Krugersdorp this morning.
Profitroom and FEDHASA Join Forces To Capitalise On Tourism’s Eloquent Future
Profitroom, a globally renowned and award-winning, booking and technology platform is proud to announce that it has officially become a member of the Federated Hospitality Association of Southern Africa (FEDHASA). As a national trade association FEDHASA has been representing the industry since 1949, encompassing both the accommodation and catering sectors. Samantha Williams, Commercial Director at …
Deputy President Mashatile to respond to oral questions in Parliament
Deputy President Paul Mashatile will today respond to oral questions in the National Assembly.
Late judgments are undermining confidence in judges. Here’s how to fix this
The Chief Justice must act with urgency
Isilumko Activate, a leading integrated marketing agency,
Isilumko Activate, a leading integrated marketing agency, is proud to re-introduce their break-through suite of services designed to empower businesses to achieve unparalleled success in the ever-evolving landscape of marketing and branding. As an agency commitment to innovation, Isilumko Activate is leveraging its expertise in digital marketing, strategic communications, experiential marketing, and data analytics to …
48-0
A clinical first half, followed by a less convincing second gave Springbok Women interim Head Coach, Louis Koen, some points to ponder following a 48-0 win over Kenya at the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup tournament in Madagascar on Wednesday. The eight-try romp means that the SA side is yet to concede a try in the …
Additional Support for Wales Women
The Welsh Rugby Union has announced a major investment and partnership in Women’s and Girls rugby to underpin the recent success of the Wales Women’s senior side. Three new Player Development Centres (PDCs) – in East Wales, West Wales and North Wales – will be established to support the development of high potential young players …
World Inflammatory Bowel Disease Day: Raising IBD Awareness
JOHANNESBURG May is Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Month, which provides the ideal opportunity for us all to brush up on knowledge about this condition and understand the important work that Janssen South Africa is doing in both the areas of Crohn’s Disease (CD) and Ulcerative Colitis (UC) – the two debilitating conditions that make up …
World Rugby U20 Championship 2023
The World Rugby U20 Championship 2023 kicks off a month from today on 24 June, when the global age-grade competition returns for the first time since 2019 before the pandemic, with rugby’s next generation of stars in action across the Western Cape in an event in which innovative technologies will be deployed to enhance the …
Assessing Head Injuries
Six teams from the United Rugby Championship have successfully begun a project using instrumented mouth guards from HITIQ aimed at providing new data to assist with head injury management. URC Grand Finals DHL Stormers are one of three teams participating in the project in South Africa alongside the Vodacom Bulls and Emirates Lions, while Scarlets, …
Families face eviction from the land they’ve farmed for generations
Housing Development Agency wants to use the land in Malmesbury for development
Paltech and Schneider Electric Global Announce Distribution Partnership
Paltech, the leading South African original equipment manufacturer (OEM) for valves and pumps, is delighted to announce its strategic distribution partnership with Schneider Electric Global, a renowned French multinational company specialising in digital automation and energy management across various sectors. Effective from 1st May 2022, Paltech has become the sole OEM official distributor of Schneider …
Judge was ‘hostile’ towards Communicare
Court sets aside decision by acting magistrate Venice Burgins
DPWI releases land to accommodate communities
Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Sihle Zikalala says his department has released 18 land parcels in KwaZulu-Natal, measuring 533 hectares, for the purpose of accommodating communities, including those displaced by floods in 2022.
Mashatile to respond to Oral Questions in the National Assembly
Deputy President Paul Mashatile will on Thursday, 25 May 2023 respond to Oral Questions in the National Assembly. This is in line with a constitutional mandate for members of Cabinet to account to Parliament for the exercise of their powers and performance.
The questions asked to the Deputy President relate to progress on the land reform programme, stabilising coalition governments, and his role as the President's envoy on South Sudan, among others.
The Deputy President is expected to reassure Parliament of Government's commitment to the land reform process to ensure economic growth and inclusion while guaranteeing food security.
On the question of stabilising coalition governments, the Deputy President will remind members of the framework for coalitions that has been drafted by the South African Local Government Association to guide political parties on structuring their coalitions for improved service delivery.
The Deputy President had also committed to the National Council of Provinces that he would convene a dialogue to deliberate on a consensus on how to better manage coalition governments so that they are responsive to the needs of communities.
In his capacity as the Special Envoy on South Sudan, Deputy President Mashatile will outline South Africa's plans to assist parties to the Transitional Government of National Unity in South Sudan with the implementation of the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in South Sudan.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The Presidency: Republic of South Africa.
Bursaries for Built Environment students
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) will in the 2023/24 financial year award bursaries - valued at R16 million - to youth who will study towards Built Environment qualifications.
Parliament committee weighs in on Hammanskraal water woes
The Portfolio Committee on Water and Sanitation has warned that apportioning blame will delay progress in addressing the water problem in Hammanskraal, which might lead to further loss of life.
NSFAS funding troubles
“We (SRCs) refuse to remain silent while the dreams and aspirations of the children of the poor and working class are trampled on by an unyielding bureaucracy.”
SOEs pivotal to economic growth, says Gordhan
Public Enterprises (DPE) Minister Pravin Gordhan says State-owned entities (SOEs) are pivotal to the growth of South Africa’s economy, as they can be used as a driving force to power government’s agenda to better the lives of all South Africans.
South Africa’s glass recycling industry offers income opportunities amid economic challenges
South Africa’s glass recycling industry injects over R300-million into the economy, according to The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC) – the sole Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) in South Africa for glass packaging. Shabeer Jhetam, CEO of The Glass Recycling Company says, “The glass recycling industry can be a source of income and create entrepreneurial opportunities, especially …
Congratulations Eritrea
The leaders of China, South Africa, Libya, Italy and France sent messages of congratulations in connection with the 32nd Independence Day anniversary.
President Xi Jinping of the People's Republic China, President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa of the Republic of South Africa, President Dr. Mohamed Yunus al-Menfi of Libya, President Sergio Mattarella of the Republic of Italy as well as President Emmanuel Macron of the French Republic wished good health to President Isaias Afwerki and peace and prosperity to the Eritrean people.
President Xi Jinping of the People's Republic of China pointing out that the 32nd anniversary of Eritrea's Independence Day is being celebrated at a time of the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the People's Republic of China and the State of Eritrea, said that over three decades the bilateral relations between the two countries have withstood the changing international landscape and always been defined by sincerity, friendship, a pursuit of common progress, and firm mutual support on issues concerning the respective core interests and major concerns.
President Xi went on to say that during the recent successful visit of President Isaias Afwerki to China they had an in-depth exchange of views and reached many important common understandings on the deepening of bilateral ties and on international and regional issues of mutual interest.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.
Unveiling the Secrets of a Divine Sleep Experience: Egyptian Cotton Bedding
When it comes to creating a haven of comfort and elegance in our bedrooms, few things can rival the allure and luxury of Egyptian cotton bedding. Renowned for its exceptional quality and unparalleled softness, Egyptian cotton has long been favoured by those seeking the ultimate sleep experience. In this blog, we delve into the fascinating …
Over 80 000 land claims settled before cut-off date
A total of 82 976 land claims lodged before the cut-off date of 30 December 1998 have been settled, the Commission on Restitution of Land Rights (CRLR) said on Wednesday.
Exhibit your gratitude in #theheartofcenturion
Centurion, South Africa, 24 May 2023 – Calling all fitness fanatics and fun-loving walkers to join the annual Race of Gratitude taking place at Centurion Mall on Saturday, the 27th of May 2023 starting from 7am. The Race of Gratitude is about connecting community by creating a social experience. Community initiatives provides an opportunity for …