Cape town: In preparation for the summer initiation season, the Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport (DCAS), has equipped cultural practitioners with the necessary skills and resources to ensure a safe and dignified rite of passage. The 2025 summer initiation season commenced on Saturday, 1 November 2025, and

Pretoria: South Africa’s tourism industry is experiencing a robust recovery, with an increase of 1,108,222 international tourists recorded between January and September 2025, compared to the same period last year, as reported by Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille. The Minister highlighted that this growth signifies not just a recovery but

Pretoria: South Africa’s railway sector faces significant challenges in contributing to the country’s economic growth and addressing prevailing issues such as poverty, unemployment, and crime, as highlighted by Railway Safety Regulator (RSR) CEO Brian Monakali. Speaking at the Rail Industry Workshop in Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, Monakali emphasized the need for

Kimberley: Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has called on society to build a truly inclusive South Africa where people with disabilities participate fully and equally in all spheres of life. Speaking at the launch of Disability Rights Awareness Month (DRAM) 2025

Pretoria: The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has announced its preparedness for the Local Government Elections slated for 2026/7. The Deputy Chief Electoral Officer, Masego Shiburi, addressed the media in Pretoria, highlighting the positive response from South Africans in registering and updating their details through various platforms ahead of

Pretoria: The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) has today expressed its approval of the appointment of new commissioners, marking a significant step in ensuring the Commission’s effective operation. According to South African Government News Agency, the new commissioners have been appointed on a seven-year contract. During a media briefing held in

Nongoma: Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson and KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Public Works and Infrastructure Martin Meyer have concluded a successful visit to His Majesty King Misuzulu kaZwelithini in Nongoma, KwaZulu-Natal. The visit at the Mashobeni Royal Palace on Monday formed part of the Minister’s official engagements in KwaZulu-Natal.

Johannesburg: With global attention set to turn to Johannesburg in a few weeks for the G20 Leaders’ Summit, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has assuredly stated that ‘Gauteng is ready’ to host the global gathering. The Premier briefed the media on Tuesday, revealing a comprehensive plan to host the summit, including