SA govt passes 3-million housing mark
The government has passed the 3-million mark in providing free housing and housing opportunities in South Africa since 1994, the majority of beneficiaries being from the poorest parts of society, says Human Settlements Minister Tokyo Sexwale.
Thu, 23 May 2013 14:11:00 +0200
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Wildcat strikes hurt the poor: Zuma
Trade union leaders should engage with their members to avert unnecessary labour action, President Jacob Zuma said on Thursday, adding that illegal or "wildcat" strikes were no way to advance the interests of marginalised South Africans.
Thu, 23 May 2013 13:54:00 +0200
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Zuma to lead delegation to AU summit
President Jacob Zuma will lead a South African delegation to the 21st Ordinary Session of the African Union Assembly in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on Sunday. The summit will coincide with the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Organisation of African Unity, the forerunner of the AU.
Thu, 23 May 2013 13:44:00 +0200
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Revised Gender Bill to go to Cabinet
Following public consultation on the Draft Women Empowerment and Gender Equality Bill, a revised Bill is expected to be presented to the Cabinet for its consideration ahead of its tabling in Parliament.
Thu, 23 May 2013 09:41:00 +0200
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Gender council to engage communities
The National Council Against Gender-Based Violence has completed its annual action plan and will soon be engaging with communities across the country, says Minister for Women, Children and People with Disabilities Lulu Xingwana.
Thu, 23 May 2013 09:23:00 +0200
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SA, European scientists 'in synch'
South Africa's National Research Foundation has signed an agreement with the
European Synchrotron Radiation Facility in Grenoble, France to promote scientific
collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Thu, 23 May 2013 08:45:00 +0200
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AU celebrates 50th anniversary
The African Union, previously the Organisation of African Unity, marks its 50th anniversary this week with a series of events aimed at building a common identity and sense of belonging among all people on the continent.
Thu, 23 May 2013 08:37:00 +0200
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McGregor set for Surfski World Champs
Nine-time winner Hank McGregor won't be on the starting line in Paarl to defend his Berg River Canoe Marathon title this year because of a clash of dates with the new Surfski World Championships.
Thu, 23 May 2013 07:57:00 +0200
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Eldorado Park drug crackdown
The police have arrested at least 116 people and closed down 20 drug dens in a special operation aimed at ridding the community of Eldorado Park, south of Johannesburg, of drugs and drug-related crime.
Wed, 22 May 2013 15:07:00 +0200
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Govt to engage with labour movement
The government will be engaging with the labour movement on threats to the collective bargaining system in South Africa as it moves to re-establish labour market stability in the country, says Labour Minister Mildred Oliphant.
Wed, 22 May 2013 14:18:00 +0200
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SA must resolve labour unrest: Gordhan
The government, trade unions, business and civic leaders need to take bold steps to resolve unrest in South Africa's mining sector to reduce the impact on the economy, investment and jobs, says Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan.
Wed, 22 May 2013 13:59:00 +0200
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Govt, business to partner on delivery
The South African government and business are set to work together to improve service delivery, with a major announcement of capacity-building partnerships between business and municipalities expected to be made in August.
Wed, 22 May 2013 10:47:00 +0200
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SA makes presence felt at Cannes
South Africa is making its presence felt at the 66th Cannes International Film Festival, where three SA features have been well received, the first image of the highly anticipated Nelson Mandela biopic has gone public, and crime thriller Zulu, set and filmed in SA, is due to close the festival.
Wed, 22 May 2013 09:26:00 +0200
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Zuma urges Canada to invest in SA
South Africa offers good investment prospects for countries like Canada, President Jacob Zuma said in Cape Town on Tuesday during the state visit of Canadian Governor-General David Johnston.
Wed, 22 May 2013 08:17:00 +0200
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MTN makes global brands top 100
South African mobile telecommunications operator MTN was the only African brand to be ranked in the Millward Brown BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands 2013 survey, climbing nine places to 79th.
Wed, 22 May 2013 07:20:00 +0200
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Sanlam buys stake in Malaysian firm
South African financial services provider Sanlam has acquired a 49% stake in
Malaysian short-term insurer Pacific & Orient Insurance Co. Berhard worth about
R814-million in line with the company's growth strategy in emerging markets.
Wed, 22 May 2013 06:15:00 +0200
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Adverts target rhino horn consumers
"Rhino horn is made of the same stuff as human nails. Still want some?" Conservation organisations WWF and TRAFFIC, as part of their campaign against the illegal wildlife trade, are running a series of myth-busting adverts aimed at encouraging Vietnamese citizens to stop buying or consuming rhino horn.
Tue, 21 May 2013 14:05:00 +0200
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South Africa 'must conserve water'
South Africa's plans for a water-secure future are in place, says Water and Environmental Affairs Minister Edna Molewa, but will require all South Africans to play their part in conserving water.
Tue, 21 May 2013 13:33:00 +0200
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Green light for Eskom's Sere wind farm
The National Energy Regulator of South Africa has given Eskom the go-ahead to build a 100 MW wind farm, the state company's first large-scale renewable energy project, near Koekenaap in the Western Cape.
Tue, 21 May 2013 09:05:00 +0200
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Obama to visit South Africa
Barack Obama will make his first trip to South Africa as US president in June, as part of a three-nation tour aimed at bolstering US relations with sub-Saharan Africa, the White House announced on Monday.
Tue, 21 May 2013 08:45:00 +0200
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