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

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

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: 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

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

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: President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a new proclamation authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate allegations of maladministration at the Siyathemba Local Municipality, situated in the Northern Cape. The investigation aims to recover any losses the state suffered. According to South African Government News Agency, Proclamation 295 of

Cape town: Transnet says it is ready to handle increased fruit export volumes at the Cape Town Container Terminal, which serves as a key link between Western Cape producers and international markets. This preparation comes in anticipation of a 3% increase in the export of deciduous fruits, including table grapes,