# Gauteng Speaker Morakane Mosupyoe has congratulated National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza on her historic election as President of the Africa Group at the 150th Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly in Uzbekistan. Mosupyoe hailed Didiza’s win as a proud moment for South Africa, especially ahead of hosting the G20. She said the appointment reflects global trust in […]
# Maintenance on the Lesotho Highlands Water Project tunnel is projected to conclude by late April, following unforeseen delays. Initially scheduled for completion by 31 March, the extension was due to technical challenges and adverse weather conditions. The Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority has finalised work on the South African segment, while the Lesotho Highlands Development Agency […]
# Various policing agencies have been encouraged to adopt data-driven practices as a socio-economic approach to fight crime. Speaking at the Police Summit in Kempton Park, president Cyril Ramaphosa emphasised that using data to identify connections between crime needs modern technology in law enforcement, better collaboration among agencies, and stronger ethics within the SAPS. He […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for an end to corruption within the South African Police Service and the society. Speaking at the Police Summit today, Ramaphosa emphasised on accountability, ethical behavior, and integrity. Ramaphosa called for professionalising the police, improving recruitment, and training to address systemic deficiencies and build public trust. He emphasised the […]
# Police minister Senzo Mchunu says the three-day Police Summit in Kempton Park will focus on ensuring efficiency in action by optimising South Africa’s policing potential. He emphasised that the Police Ministry aims to achieve measurable outcomes with the ultimate goal of reducing crime in South Africa throughout the year:
# President Cyril Ramaphosa has urges South Africans to back the police in the fight against crime. Speaking at the Police Summit in Kempton Park, Ramaphosa emphasised that crime is an all-of-society issue and overcoming it requires collective effort. Ramaphosa also acknowledged the challenges posed by emerging threats like transnational crime and illegal mining. He […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa says the Police Summit is critical in safeguarding the nation’s security, urging a proactive, innovative, and solutions-oriented approach. Ramaphosa highlighted the importance of the Batho Pele principles, focusing on high service standards and empathy. He stressed that crime stems from broader societal issues like poverty and inequality and commended the summit […]
# Police minister Senzo Mchunu has confirmed the signing of a pledge between his ministry and business, aimed at improving the criminal justice system and crime prevention. Initiatives include automating police stations, digitising docket management, and enhancing e-lab facilities with state-of-the-art equipment. He said that the SAPS-Business Stakeholder Forum will oversee these efforts, fostering collaboration […]
# Police minister Senzo Mchunu says the three-day Police Summit will address critical issues including effective policing amid resource shortages, high crime rates, and corruption, particularly in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal as well as the Eastern and Western Cape. Mchunu highlighted concerns over firearm access, organised crime, and rising kidnappings. He stressed the importance of proactive policing, […]
