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Botswana became the first team into the semifinals in the women’s Under-20 football tournament at the Region 5 Games on Sunday, as it was a good day for the hosts with both the men’s and women’s Namibian sides posting victories in Windhoek. In the men’s competition, Namibia made a fast start to their clash with …
Luke Fraser ·6 Jul 2025 South Africans are looking increasingly likely to work for longer, with many having inadequate funds to retire in their 60s. According to the latest FNB Retirement Insights Survey, the reality of retirement is far from the image of comfort and financial ease. The survey showed a widening gap between retirement …
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South Africa’s correctional system is at a crossroads, grappling with severe overcrowding, budget pressures, and controversial proposals to address both, Cape {town} Etc reports. Correctional Services Minister Pieter Groenewald has called for deporting foreign inmates, a move that could save taxpayers R11 million per day, while reigniting debate over corporal punishment as an alternative to …
President Cyril Ramaphosa will, at the invitation of His Excellency Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, attend the XVII BRICS Summit from 6 to 7 July 2025 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
BRICS is a political and diplomatic coordination forum for countries from the Global South.
The BRICS Summit theme is “Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance”.
The Summit agenda emphasises the positive role that BRICS can play in shaping a more fair and just multipolar world order and demonstrating global leadership in global health, climate change and AI governance.
The objectives for the XVII BRICS Summit include: highlighting the ongoing humanitarian impact of Israeli military action in Gaza and in conflicts in Sudan, Ukraine and Iran; and advocating for the sustainable resolution of conflicts through diplomacy, inclusive dialogue and a commitment to the United Nations Charter.
The Summit will also explore ways of expanding tangible trade, tourism, investment and financial cooperation within BRICS and with BRICS Partner Countries.
For South Africa, these deliberations will enhance our efforts to further diversify trade and enhance resilience, growth and development.
The Summit will look into synergies between BRICS, COP30 and G20 outcomes, including in global governance of artificial intelligence and prioritising climate finance that is just, accessible and transformational.
BRICS leaders will continue advocating for the reform of global governance systems to be more inclusive and representative of contemporary realities.
This includes the goal of countries of the South for more meaningful participation of the global South in global decision-making processes and structures, including in the United Nations Security Council.
The specific objectives of South Africa's engagement in BRICS are:
South Africa emphasises concrete cooperation that contributes both directly and indirectly to the priorities of a better South Africa, a better Africa, and a better world through its partnership in BRICS.
During the XVII BRICS Summit session leaders are expected to deliberate on the following topics: global governance reform and peace and security, including a report by National Security Advisors.
Heads of State and Government will discuss a BRICS Leaders Statement on Global Governance of Artificial Intelligence.
This will be followed by the adoption of a BRICS Leaders Framework Declaration on Climate Finance and the launch of the BRICS Partnership for the Elimination of Socially Determined Diseases.
The Summit will close with the adoption of the Rio de Janeiro Declaration.
The Summit will be attended by Leaders of the BRICS member states: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Indonesia.
Member states participate in all BRICS meetings while partner states participate principally in Summits. Partner states may be invited to other meetings of the association if members agree on this.
Leaders of BRICS partner countries will come from: Belarus, Bolivia, Kazakhstan, Cuba, Malaysia, Nigeria, Thailand, Uganda and Uzbekistan.
The Rio Summit will also be attended by leaders of outreach countries, which in the BRICS system are countries from the region where the rotational presidency is located.
In this context, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Uruguay have also been invited by the Government of Brazil to participate in the Rio gathering.
The United Nations, the African Union and international organisations will also participate.
Leaders of all BRICS members are confirmed for the Rio Summit with President Putin participating virtually and China represented by Premier Li Qiang.
President Ramaphosa is supported by the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Ronald Lamola; Minister in The Presidency, Ms Khumbudzo Ntshavheni; Deputy Minister of Finance, Dr David Masondo; and Deputy Minister of Trade Industry and Competition, Mr Zuko Godlimpi.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa.
KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi came out guns blazing on Sunday during a briefing, suggesting there was political interference in some of the cases police were working on. He also questioned some of the decisions allegedly made by police minister Senzo Mchunu on the dissolution of the political killings task team. He said the …
6 July 2025 – Banyana Banyana coach Dr Desiree Ellis and co-captain Refiloe Jane say the African Champions are ready for their opening match against Ghana in the 2024 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Monday, 7 July 2025. The clash will take place at the Honneur Stadium in Oujda, Morocco. Kick-off is
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Dear Editor After a troubling briefing today by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, the DA has written to National Assembly Speaker, Thoko Didiza, for an urgent debate in Parliament on corruption within the South African Police Services (SAPS). Our country will never win against violent crime, and our streets will never be safe, until …
Some glimpses of positivity sometimes arise from the agricultural data that are worth highlighting. That is not to say that all is well with South Africa’s agriculture; we continue to struggle with animal disease challenges in cattle farming and the poultry industry. But if you are in horticulture or field crop production, the operating conditions …
President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared that the former Deputy President David Dabede Mabuza will be honoured with a State Funeral Category 2 on Saturday, 12 July 2025.
Deputy President Mabuza, 64, passed away on Thursday, 3 July 2025, following a short illness.
In terms of the State, Official and Provincial Official Funeral Policy Manual of The Presidency, the State Funeral Category 2 is reserved for the Deputy President of the Republic, an Acting President and Former Deputy Presidents.
The State Funeral Category 2 is conducted with prescribed military ceremonial honours.
The funeral of Former Deputy President Mabuza will take place in Mpumalanga. Closer details will be announced in the coming days.
While preparations unfold, President Ramaphosa has declared that Days of National Mourning be observed from tomorrow, Monday, 07 July 2025, until the evening of Saturday, 12 July.
During this period, the National Flag must be flown at half mast at all flag stations around the country.
President Ramaphosa reiterates his deep condolences to the Mabuza family.
The President wishes the family strength as they and the nation reflect on the life of a family member, activist, educator, intellectual and leader in government who contributed greatly to the attainment of freedom and development in our society.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa.
The South African Weather Services (SAWS) is warning that a cold front has made landfall sweeping through the Western and Eastern Cape. The two provinces will be seeing scattered thundershowers and rain into the weekend. A yellow level warning four has been issued for the Eastern Cape with predictions of snowfall in high-lying areas and …
Wiaan Mulder scored a fluent half-century as he shepherded South Africa to 113 for two at lunch on the first day of their second test against Zimbabwe at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo on Sunday. The toss went Craig Ervine’s way, and the Zimbabwean captain opted to bowl first. The visitors embraced the challenge, …
Police divers are continuing in ongoing search efforts for a missing man. KZN SOUTH COAST: A 37 year old man is missing following a reported shark incident at Mfazazana, near Hibberdene, KZN South Coast. On Friday afternoon, 04 July, the SA Police Services, Police K9 Search and Rescue and WPDS (Water Policing and Diving Services) …
Uber’s Lost and Found Index has revealed the top ten items South Africans usually forget when using its e-hailing service. E-hailing is an essential service that has become a routine tool for many South Africans thanks to its convenience and utility. This is clear based on Uber’s rider numbers, as it recently revealed that for …
The International Relations Department (Dirco) has slammed an old UK travel advisory warning British nationals about terrorism. The International Relations Department (Dirco) has slammed an old UK travel advisory warning British nationals about terrorism in South Africa, saying it is a “classic example of disinformation”. Posts on X have revived the terror warning in South …
Dear Editor The Democratic Alliance (DA) is deeply alarmed by recent revelations regarding alleged irregularities in the awarding of a R100 million tender by SA Tourism to Pomme Express, a company reported to have failed to show proof of experience and alleged to have provided false and misleading information in its bid. The DA calls …
Mobile number recycling and SMS store-and-forward mechanisms can result in a nasty shock for South African cellular customers, as a MyBroadband reader recently experienced. The subscriber informed us of their experience where they signed up for MTN’s Shesh@600 product and started receiving SMS messages stating they’d signed up for various daily subscriptions. They initially suspected …
Family businesses are increasingly aware of the need to operate in a sustainable manner. This includes reducing their environmental impact and promoting social responsibility, while understanding the need for financial sustainability. The KPMG Private Enterprise Global Family Business Network, in collaboration with STEP Project Global Consortium, published a study titled ‘A road well-traveled’ which reflects …
A local fisherman is missing after reportedly being swept off rocks near to the Gordons Bay Battery, near to Rocky Bay, between Gordons Bay and the Steenbras River Mouth. On Saturday, 5 July, at 10h29, NSRI Gordons Bay duty crew and the CoCT (City of Cape Town) water rescue network were activated following reports of …
Police divers are continuing in ongoing search efforts for a missing man. KZN SOUTH COAST: A 37 year old man is missing following a reported shark incident at Mfazazana, near Hibberdene, KZN South Coast. On Friday afternoon, 04 July, the SA Police Services, Police K9 Search and Rescue and WPDS (Water Policing and Diving Services) …
The Valke, NovaVit Griffons and Eastern Province may have booked their places in the Carling Currie Cup First Division semi-finals with three more victories this weekend, but a lot can still happen before the final standings are confirmed after next weekend’s last round of league action. The Phangela SWD Eagles currently sit in fourth spot …
A frustrated Rassie Erasmus said he would reconsider his pre-planned selection for the second Castle Lager Tour test in Gqeberha next week, after a “disappointing” 42-24 victory over Italy on Saturday. The Boks scored six tries to three but couldn’t build on a 28-3 halftime lead and the Springbok coach didn’t hide his disappointment with …
Springbok Women performance coach Swys de Bruin said his team need more clarity around the breakdown and must stop conceding points during soft moments if they want to deliver a better performance against Canada next weekend in Gqeberha. De Bruin spoke after their 50-20 defeat to the North American team, ranked second in the world, …
As global leaders convened for the Sixth Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP) in Baku, the focus on Article 6 of the Paris Agreement renewed interest in international carbon markets and cooperation mechanisms. Article 6 offers a pathway for countries to work together to meet their climate goals through both market and non-market …