DIRCO AND UNISA HOST A SEMINAR ON “THE UN AT 80: THE POST-WORLD WAR II PEACE ARCHITECTURE AND THE NUCLEAR NON-PROLIFERATION TREATY

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) and the University of South Africa (UNISA) are hosting a public seminar on Wednesday, 06 August 2025, under the theme: “The United Nations (UN) at 80: The post-World War II peace architecture and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty”. The year 2025 marks 80 years since the establishment of […]
NUMSA SIGNS ABOVE INFLATION WAGE AGREEMENT IN THE GLASS SECTOR

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) is proud to announce that it has signed a two-year, above-inflation wage agreement with the Glass Industry Employers Association (GIEA) under the National Bargaining Council for the Chemical Industry, (NBCCI). This deal was signed on 28 July 2025, and covers all 13 000 workers in the […]
PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA SUSPENDS SOUTH GAUTENG DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROSECUTIONS

President Cyril Ramaphosa has in terms of section 14(3) read with 12(6)(a) of the National Prosecuting Authority Act suspended South Gauteng Director of Public Prosecutions Adv Andrew Chauke with immediate effect pending an inquiry into Adv Chauke’s fitness to hold office. Having asked Adv Chauke to provide reasons why he should not be suspended, President […]
PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA RESPONDS TO STATEMENTS BY KZN SAPS COMMISSIONER

President Cyril Ramaphosa has noted statements made earlier today in a media briefing by SAPS KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. President Ramaphosa said: “This is a matter of grave national security concern that is receiving the highest priority attention. It is vital that the integrity of the country’s security services is safeguarded and […]
FREEDOM PARK WELCOMES THE PRESIDENT OF AUSTRIA

Freedom Park was honoured to welcome the President of the Republic of Austria, Dr Alexander Van der Bellen, during his State Visit to South Africa. Accompanied by the Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Mr Gayton McKenzie, the President participated in a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at Freedom Park’s Sanctuary, where they paid tribute to six […]
ANC CHIEF SPEAKS ON THE PASSING OF EX-DEPUTY PRESIDENT DAVID MABUZA

“It is with deep sorrow and a heavy heart that we learn of the passing of former Deputy President of the Republic and stalwart of our movement, Comrade David Dabede Mabuza. Comrade Mabuza dedicated his life to the service of the people of South Africa. From his days in the struggle against apartheid to his […]
PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA CONCLUDES WORKING VISIT TO CANADA

President Cyril Ramaphosa has, on 17 June 2025, concluded his working visit to Canada where he participated in the G7 Summit Outreach Session, on the margins of the G7 Leaders Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada. The Group of Seven (G7) consists of the largest advanced economies namely: Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the […]
PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA ANNOUNCES SA WILL HOLD THE NATIONAL DIALOGUE IN SEARCH OF A COMMON FUTURE

In a widely circulated media statement, President Cyril Ramaphosa spoke as follows: “My Fellow South Africans, today, I wish to address you about the National Dialogue, an initiative that has been in discussion by a number of leaders in our country and many other people for some time now. This initiative has been gathering great […]
TRIBUTE TO SOUTH AFRICAN ICON PRESLEY CHWENEYAGAE

It is with profound sadness that we confirm the untimely passing of one of South Africa’s most gifted and beloved actors, Presley Oageng Chweneyagae, at the age of 40. Born on October 19, 1984, in Mafikeng, North West Province, Presley was destined for the stage and screen. His artistic journey began at the age of […]
THE MDA CELEBRATES WORLD BEE DAY 2025

The Mineworkers Development Agency (MDA) proudly joins the global community in celebrating World Bee Day on 20 May 2025, under the theme “Bee inspired by nature to nourish us all.” Bees and other pollinators play a vital role in food production, biodiversity conservation, and environmental health. At MDA, we recognize the critical connection between sustainable […]