Pretoria: The government has announced, with deep sorrow and profound regret, the untimely passing of Ambassador Nkosinathi Emmanuel Mthethwa, South Africa’s Ambassador to the French Republic. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has described Mthethwa as a distinguished servant of the nation, whose career was marked by dedicated

Pretoria: In a landmark turnaround in fortunes, Eskom has announced a profit before tax of some R23.9 billion – its first return to profitability in some eight years. The results signal a welcome shift for the State-owned enterprise (SOE), which, just a few years ago, was at the epicentre of

Pretoria: Science and technology should be understood as extensions of social relations, says the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande. The Minister was speaking at the Group of 20 (G20) Chief Science Advisors’ (CSAR) Roundtable. The roundtable was hosted by the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation’s

Pretoria: The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) has called on the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) to provide a clear account of progress made on its previous commitments to advancing gender equality and transformation in the workplace. The Commission said the Department of Water and Sanitation had undertaken, during

New york: President Cyril Ramaphosa has, in his weekly newsletter, called on the United Nations (UN) to ‘actively enforce international law and human rights standards’. This call comes as the organization commemorates the 80th anniversary of the UN Charter this week. Ramaphosa emphasized the critical need for advancing multilateralism at

Pretoria: September marks a special time for South Africa as the nation celebrates Tourism Month, a period dedicated to showcasing the country’s heritage, wildlife, and economic benefits. The month-long celebration coincides with the global observance of World Tourism Day on 27th September, highlighting the significant role tourism plays in the

New york: President Cyril Ramaphosa has arrived in New York to lead South Africa’s delegation during the High-Level Segment of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). The segment, held throughout this week, coincides with the 80th anniversary of the UN Charter and is held under the

Pretoria: Seven suspects are expected to appear in the Pilgrim’s Rest Periodical Court today after being found without the valid documentation to be in the country, police said. According to South African Government News Agency, the South African Police Service (SAPS) issued a statement on Monday detailing that the individuals,