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Australia were today presented with the ICC Women’s Championship trophy after they won the prestigious 10-team competition that provided a pathway to the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025. Captain Alyssa Healy was presented the trophy in Melbourne on behalf of the International Cricket Council by Cricket Australia Chair and ICC Director Mike Baird. Australia …
President signs landmark law to preserve and develop agricultural land
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the Preservation and Development of Agricultural Land Bill into law, marking a significant step toward safeguarding South Africa’s agricultural land for long-term food production and economic growth.
The Presidency said in a statement that the law supports government’s objectives and priorities in respect of the sustainable management and use of natural resources.
It also sets out a countrywide policy and regulatory framework for the preservation and development of agricultural land.
“The law creates an enabling environment for the development of the agricultural sector and an increased contribution by this sector to economic growth.
“The law seeks to protect and preserve agricultural land and its productive use to ensure that agricultural land is available and viable for the development of the agricultural sector,” the statement read.
The law also reinforces South Africa’s efforts to ensure that agricultural land is used to its optimal potential to support long-term food production, which will have a positive impact on the economy.
Among other initiatives, the legislation sets out the purpose of provincial agricultural sector plans which will secure the coordination and harmonising of agricultural land use policies and plans to preserve a sustainable agricultural environment.
The bill was introduced to address the growing challenges of land degradation, unsustainable land use practices, and the conversion of prime agricultural land for non-agricultural purposes.
It is built around three main objectives:
• Preservation of Agricultural Land: Protecting agricultural land to ensure it remains available for farming activities that support food security and rural livelihoods.
• Development of the Agricultural Sector: Creating an enabling environment for the growth of agriculture, which is critical for job creation, economic development, and export earnings.
• Sustainable Land Use Management: Establishing a clear policy framework to guide the optimal use of agricultural land in a way that balances food production with environmental sustainability.
- SAnews.gov.za
DikelediM
Tue, 01/28/2025 - 11:43
28 January 2025 – Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos says he is satisfied with the outcome of the 2025 CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) draw after the groups were unveiled in Morocco on Monday night. The South African senior men’s national team was placed in Group B at the draw held in Rabat, Morocco, […]
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There was a moment prior to the start of Season 3 when all the Proteas involved in Betway SA20 were called into a room for a short briefing at Centurion after a T20 International against India. Mistakenly, the message had been passed on to fast bowler Lutho Sipamla, who at the time had missed out …
Mchunu honours men and women in blue
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has thanked police officers for the sacrifices they make to safeguard the country.
The country on Monday marked National Police Day.
"You leave your families to serve the greater family that is our beloved country. Your sacrifices do not go unnoticed. On behalf of the government of the Republic of South Africa and the people you so diligently protect, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you.
"The parade today is a symbol of the discipline, strength, and capabilities of the SAPS [South African Police Service]. It is a reminder to the people of South Africa that their police service is committed to excellence," the Minister said when delivering his keynote address at the National Police Day celebrations at Kings Park Athletics Stadium in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, on Monday.
The day brought together men and women in blue to recognise and celebrate the critical role played by law enforcement in upholding justice and maintaining public order.
Approved in 2005 by Cabinet, National Police Day also serves as a platform to strengthen the bond between police officers and the communities they serve.
READ | Salute to police officers!
National Commissioner of the Police, General Fannie Masemola, also paid tribute to police officers.
"When we reflect, as the SAPS management, we see a trail of momentous sacrifices made. We see you deprive yourselves of sleep, family time and social life patrolling the streets of South Africa day and night.
“We see you maintaining public order, we see you protecting the residents of South Africa and their property, and we see you putting an effort to prevent, combat and investigate crime in service of our country," said General Masemola.
This year's National Police Day programme included a ceremonial parade, displays and exhibitions to showcase the capabilities and expertise within the SAPS.
National Police Day underscores SAPS's commitment to professionalising the service, promoting accountability, and ensuring a safer South Africa for all.
The event was preceded by a series of activities, which included the National Golf Day, where more than R11 million was raised on Friday towards the South African Police Service Education Trust (SAPSET).
Also, the SAPS hosted its 10th edition National Excellence Awards on Sunday, where police officers and support personnel were awarded for going above and beyond the call of duty in the last year.
SAPS also extended its gratitude to all police officers for their unwavering dedication and to the community for its continued support. – SAnews.gov.za
Edwin
Tue, 01/28/2025 - 09:35
Wackadoo! Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad are coming to South Africa in the 2025 winter school holidays! For the first time ever, the hit theatre production Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show makes its African debut at Artscape, Cape Town on Thursday, 26 June, running until Sunday, 06 July 2025. The show then moves to …
A search is ongoing at Scottburgh Point Main Beach, KZN South Coast, where a man is reported missing. Kevin Fourie, NSRI Rocky Bay station commander, said: NSRI Rocky Bay, Umdoni lifeguards and IPSS Search and Rescue assisted Police Search and Rescue at Scottburgh Point Main Beach on Tuesday morning, where a 21 year old male, …
Africa showcases tourism offering
South Africa is today hosting a media launch to pave the way to the 19th edition of Meetings Africa -- the continent's premier business events trade show.
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille and Deputy Minister Maggie Sotyu are today leading the launch, which is taking place at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange where they will share key information about Meetings Africa.
South African Tourism, in partnership with the Gauteng Tourism Authority, Johannesburg Tourism Company and the Sandton Convention Centre, will host the 19th Meetings Africa.
The prestigious gathering will take place at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg from 25 - 26 February 2025. This will be preceded by the Business Opportunity Networking Day (BONDay) on 24 February, which is designed to foster meaningful connections and collaborations.
Meetings Africa
Meetings Africa is the leading platform that showcases Africa's diverse business events, products and experiences. It will be held under the theme: “Africa’s success built on quality connections.”
The event highlights collaboration and knowledge sharing to drive the continent’s success and growth.
This year, Meetings Africa will once again bring together hundreds of exhibitors, buyers and key decision-makers from the global business events sector.
It is a sought-after platform designed to drive engagement, create impactful connections, and unlock new opportunities for Africa's business events industry.
With attendees expected from 19 African countries and 52 international markets, the event is set to amplify Africa’s positioning as a world-class destination for business events.
Meetings Africa 2025 also capitalises on the tourism sector’s remarkable recovery momentum and its potential to propel economic growth across the continent.
The media launch will include a panel discussion by tourism and business events leaders including South African Tourism CEO, Nombulelo Guliwe; Sithembiso Dlamini, the CEO of Gauteng Tourism Authority; Rick Taylor, the CEO of The Business Tourism Company; Glenton de Kock, the CEO of the South African Association of the Conference Industry, and Gwen Ncube, the Director for Stakeholder Relations at Small Tourism Enterprise Association (STEA). – SAnews.gov.za
Edwin
Tue, 01/28/2025 - 10:02
SA improves housing consumer rights
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the Housing Consumer Protection Bill, which is geared at offering greater protection for housing consumers and support for new entrants in the home building industry.
According to a statement by the Presidency, the law also seeks to address “challenges identified by the Department of Human Settlements and the National Home Builders Registration Council (NHBRC), with regard to the Housing Consumers Protection Measures Act of 1998”.
“The new law seeks to ensure adequate protection of housing consumers and effective regulation of the home building industry by, inter alia, strengthening the regulatory mechanisms, strengthening the protection of housing consumers, introducing effective enforcement mechanisms and prescribing appropriate penalties or sanctions to deter non-compliance by homebuilders.
“The law deals with such matters as the personal liability of the members, directors or trustees of a homebuilder; duties of estate agents, financial institutions and conveyancers, and codes of conduct for NHBRC members, homebuilders, developers and other industry role players,” the Presidency said in a statement.
Furthermore, the new legislation will apply to professional home builders and owner-builders who are now “required to register with the registration council”.
“The law also introduces the enrolment of a home prior to the commencement of its construction by a homebuilder, consequences for failure to enrol a home, duties in respect of a subsidy housing project and consequences for failure by housing authorities or subsidy housing delivery agents to follow the law.
“The law applies to repairs, renovations, alterations and extensions to an existing home under the NHBRC’s regulatory regime,” the statement read.
The new Housing Consumer Protection also seeks to dismantle barriers to entrance into that market.
“The law also seeks to address the economic transformation of the building industry through the introduction of provisions relating to the warranty fund surplus, which may be used for developmental programmes for the homebuilding industry. The fund is used primarily to remedy major structural defects reported by homeowners to homebuilders and the HBRC.
“The law seeks to create an enabling environment for new entrants into the home building industry by introducing contractual provisions that ensure their sustainability in the market,” the statement concluded. – SAnews.gov.za
NeoB
Tue, 01/28/2025 - 08:51
STELLENBOSCH: Jason Rowles and Muhammad Bulbulia both came close to hitting centuries as South Africa Under-19 Men responded well on the second...
Bangladesh signed off from the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 with a comfortable 10-wicket victory over West Indies. Rain delayed the start of the match and reduced the contest to 13 overs each, and a strong bowling display left Bangladesh just 55 to win in Kuala Lumpur. Nishita Akter Nishi and Anisa Akter …
As announcements in the ICC Awards 2024 draw to a close, the International Cricket Council (ICC) today revealed New Zealand’s Amelia Kerr as the winner of the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy for ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year. Acknowledging the outstanding female cricketer across all formats of the game during the calendar year, Kerr becomes …
Royals create history at ‘Fortress Boland Park’, DSG eliminated. Paarl Royals have completed a historic five-game 100% home record at Boland Park on Monday evening. It is the first time any team has gone unbeaten at home throughout the league phase of the competition with the previous best being Joburg Super Kings’ four victories and …
The Metpac-SA Trash 4 Treats initiative, a nationwide campaign teaching primary school learners in disadvantaged communities the value of recycling, is gearing up for its 2025 launch. Led by Metpac-SA, South Africa’s industry body for metal packaging, in partnership with the Greater Tygerberg Partnership (GTP), this engaging yet impactful initiative is proving that partnerships can …
That’s it! Entries are officially closed for CLUTCH 2024. It’s been a non-stop barrel competition up until now. Still, Round 3 brought something fresh for the judges to consider, featuring a mix of entries, including straight airs, big combos, and some solid tubes. With 69 entries from Africa’s best surfers and underground rippers, CLUTCH 2024 has been …
Erasmus Monareng Secondary has dilapidated classrooms and is short-staffed
27 January 2025 – Bafana Bafana now know the identity of the sides they will face in the group stages of the 2025 CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after the Final Draw was conducted in Rabat, Morocco, on Monday night. The South African senior men’s national team was one of the 24 teams that […]
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Dutywa residents were promised houses and told relocation was only temporary by Mbashe Local Municipality
Months of meticulous planning – and in the case of weddings, often a year or more – all culminate in the arrival of the big day. Everything is in place: the décor, the flowers, the seating, the carefully crafted menu. But as the sky darkens and the first drops of rain start to fall, a …
Queens, where Cape Town’s vibrant nightlife meets luxury – this Wednesday, 29 January 2025 at 7pm, their jazz stage comes alive with the soulful sounds of Nick Ford. A bassist, composer, and producer, whose unique blend of musical influences is setting Cape Town’s jazz scene ablaze. A passionate musician from an early age, Nick started …
BMA suspends operations at Oshoek Port of Entry
The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, and the South African Revenue Services (SARS) on Sunday temporarily suspended operations at the Oshoek Port of Entry with Eswatini, following a serious truck accident.
The incident occurred at approximately 10:20 when the truck, allegedly experiencing brake failure, descended towards Eswatini on the departure side of the port.
The truck crashed into 10 stationery private vehicles, four SARS vehicles, and one SANDF bakkie, causing extensive damage.
Three individuals - one SARS official, one tourism monitor and the driver of the truck - sustained injuries during the incident. All injured individuals were promptly attended to by Eswatini Emergency Medical Services and transported to a hospital in Eswatini for immediate medical treatment.
Port infrastructure - two guardhouses and an inspection shelter - were severely damaged.
"As a precautionary measure, all operations at Oshoek Port of Entry have been temporarily suspended to allow for investigations by SAPS and collection of evidence and photographs from the scene.
“Pending the safety assessments by disaster management teams, the operations at the port will continue to be suspended until the necessary clearance has been issued to ensure the safety of all stakeholders," Masiapato said.
Travelers and transporters of cargo are advised to use the following Ports of Entry with Eswatini, Nerston Port of Entry, Mahamba Port of Entry, Jeppes Reef Port of Entry as well as the Lebombo Port of Entry with Mozambique.
The BMA, in collaboration with SARS and other relevant stakeholders, has wished the injured colleagues a speedy recovery and are working hard to ensure resumption of services.
The BMA and SARS extended their appreciation to the Eswatini Emergency Medical Services for their swift response and to all affected stakeholders for their cooperation during this challenging time. – SAnews.gov.za
Edwin
Mon, 01/27/2025 - 10:16
Drip trays are crucial in preventing liquid spills and keeping workspaces clean and safe. Often used in various industries, including automotive, food services, and chemical handling, a drip tray is designed to catch and contain any drips or leaks from containers or equipment, minimizing the risk of contamination or damage to surfaces. In environments …
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