# President Cyril Ramaphosa told Parliament the first national convention reflected the broad diversity of South Africa, setting the stage for the national dialogue. In his response to the National Assembly’s oral questions, Ramaphosa stated that delegates had endorsed nine key themes for a national dialogue, including jobs, crime, corruption, education, gender equality, and environmental […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa says driving financial inclusion remains a top national priority to reduce inequality and support households and businesses. Answering questions in the National Assembly, Ramaphosa said while South Africa has a world-class financial sector, access to finance must be expanded further. He confirmed while the Postbank has not yet met conditions for […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa says the pre-planned visit of the South African National Defence Force chief, Rudzani Maphwanya, to Iran, while the timing could have been better, did not harm South Africa’s international relations. During the National Assembly oral reply session, Ramaphosa emphasised that South Africa respects the sovereign relations of other countries and expects […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa says the government will soon appoint a new ambassador to the US. Responding to questions in Parliament, Ramaphosa said the chosen candidate will be highly experienced, well-rounded, and knowledgeable in global politics and the American market. He indicated that several applicants have shown interest, and the appointment process reflects the need […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa assured members of parliament that the government is engaging with the US to address the 30-percent tariffs on local exports. In his reply to oral questions in the National Assembly, Ramaphosa said South Africa is working to expand trade beyond the US into Africa, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East, […]
# Tygerberg Hospital is marking Deaf Awareness Month by leading efforts to support deaf and hard-of-hearing communities across the Western Cape. The hospital helps children with hearing loss through early detection and treatment, improving speech, learning, and social skills. The hospital’s Jenny Birkenstock says their cochlear implant programme, the largest in South Africa, has helped […]
# The United Africans Transformation says the community of Mogoto village in Zebediela, in Limpopo, is living under siege as criminals terrorise homes and public spaces, including clinics. According to the party, local police are too fearful to act, leaving residents vulnerable and unsafe. The transformation’s Mighty Mabule calls for urgent intervention from provincial and […]
# Build One South Africa says the latest gross domestic product figures show the economy is failing to deliver real growth, expanding by only 0.8-percent from April to June. The party says slow growth is affecting jobs, incomes, and the daily lives of South Africans. BOSA’s Roger Solomons urged the government to adopt the party’s […]
# South Africa’s economy grew by 0.8-percent from April to June, up from 0.1-percent in the previous quarter. Growth was supported by mining, manufacturing, and trade, with strong performance in platinum, gold, chemicals, and motor industries. Household spending on goods, clothing, and hospitality also helped. Releasing the results of the gross domestic product, Statistician-general Risenga […]
