Midrand: Recent developments in global trade, which include tariff hikes, have underscored the urgent need for South Africa to diversify its markets. This also includes deepened value addition and expanded participation of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME), and historically disadvantaged enterprises in global and regional value chains. Against this

Pretoria: The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) will host the official memorial service for the late Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa on Friday, 10 October 2025. Ambassador Mthethwa served as South Africa’s Head of Mission in Paris, France, and passed away in the French capital on 30 September 2025, at

Cape town: The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) has announced that its annual performance report indicates improvements in fiscal resources and successful service delivery to clients and the public. According to South African Government News Agency, Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala and Director-General Sifiso Mdakane presented the report on

East london: The Minister of Higher Education and Training Buti Manamela has implored all students and stakeholders to refrain from violence, intimidation and damage to property, following the escalating unrest at the University of Fort Hare, on Wednesday evening. According to South African Government News Agency, the Minister stated that

Johannesburg: During the 2024/25 financial year, the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) experienced a notable increase in passenger trips, reaching a total of 77 million, up from 39.4 million in the previous year. This growth reflects PRASA’s ongoing efforts to enhance its services and infrastructure. According to South

Cape town: The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has announced the names of five candidates it will recommend to President Cyril Ramaphosa to fill two vacancies at the Constitutional Court. This follows interviews conducted by the commission this week to fill vacancies at various courts across the country. According to South

Johannesburg: The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has committed R21.1 billion in capital expenditure against an allocated budget of R11.6 billion for the 2024/25 financial year. According to South African Government News Agency, PRASA Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) Hishaam Emeran stated that this expenditure underscores the agency’s

Cape town: The Department of Social Development, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), and the National Development Agency (NDA) have been recognized for their notable performance during the 2024/2025 financial year. Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe presented the annual reports to the Portfolio Committee on Social Development in Parliament,