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Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa | May 09, 2025

Government Business Partnership sets three-month sprint to accelerate delivery

The partnership believes that this acceleration is necessary to achieve a step-change in progress in response to difficult economic headwinds

President Cyril Ramaphosa today convened ministers and senior business leaders under the Government Business Partnership. The partners agreed to fast-track the implementation of key structural reforms and support performance improvements at Transnet and Eskom through an accelerated delivery plan and an intensified phase of the Partnership’s ongoing efforts to expedite…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa | May 06, 2025

Committee on Transport Sends Heartfelt Condolences to Families of Eastern Cape (EC) Minibus Taxi Accident Victims

Mr Selamolela reiterated that road safety is everyone’s business

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Transport, Mr Donald Selamolela, has sent heartfelt condolences to the families of those who perished in the Eastern Cape minibus taxi crash on Sunday. He said it was with sadness that so many people perished in this manner. According to media reports, 15…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa | May 06, 2025

Deputy Minister Morolong welcomes arrest of suspects involved in the disappearance of Aserie Ndlovu and his partner

The Deputy Minister visited the Ndlovu family on Sunday, 04 May 2025 to offer his support and solidarity on behalf of Government

Deputy Minister in The Presidency, Kenny Morolong, welcomes the arrest of four suspects in connection with the disappearance of journalist, Aserie Ndlovu, and his partner, Zodwa Mdhluli. This breakthrough was announced by the South African Police Service in the afternoon of Monday, 05 May 2025. The Deputy Minister visited the Ndlovu…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa | Apr 30, 2025

President Ramaphosa appoints Dr Alistair Ruiters as Special Advisor: Investment Promotion

Dr Ruiters will advise President Ramaphosa on South Africa’s continuing investment drive which is a principal component of the 7th Administration’s focus on inclusive economic growth and job creation

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed accomplished business leader and former Director-General of the Department of Trade and Industry, Dr Alistair Ruiters, as Special Advisor: Investment Promotion. Dr Ruiters will advise President Ramaphosa on South Africa’s continuing investment drive which is a principal component of the 7th Administration’s focus on inclusive…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa | Apr 30, 2025

President Ramaphosa to establish commission of inquiry into delay in investigation and prosecution of Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) cases

The establishment of the Commission of Inquiry is the outcome of settlement discussions in a court application brought by families of victims of apartheid-era crimes

President Cyril Ramaphosa is in the process of establishing a Judicial Commission of Inquiry to establish whether attempts were made to prevent the investigation or prosecution of apartheid-era crimes referred by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) to the National Prosecuting Authority. Allegations of improper influence in delaying or hindering…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa | Apr 24, 2025

South Africa: President Ramaphosa initiates consultation on appointment of Deputy Chief Justice

The position of Deputy Chief Justice has been vacant since 1 September 2024 when the then Deputy Chief Justice Mandisa Maya rose to the position of Chief Justice

President Cyril Ramaphosa has initiated consultation with the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) and leaders of political parties represented in the National Assembly on the appointment of a Deputy Chief Justice. Section 174(3) of the Constitution provides that the President as Head of the National Executive, after consulting the Judicial Service Commission…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa | Apr 22, 2025

President Ramaphosa to undertake Working Visit to the Kingdom of Lesotho

This South Africa–Lesotho Bi-National Commission (BNC) follows the Inaugural Session which was held in September 2023 in Pretoria

President Cyril Ramaphosa will tomorrow, Wednesday, 23 April 2025, undertake a Working Visit to Maseru, Lesotho, to Co-Chair the Second Session of the Bi-National Commission (BNC) between the Republic of South Africa and the Kingdom of Lesotho, with His Excellency Samuel Ntsokoane Matekane, Prime Minister of Lesotho. This South Africa–Lesotho Bi-National…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa | Apr 21, 2025

South Africa: President Ramaphosa mourns passing of Pope Francis

Aged 88, the Pope passed away early today, Monday, 21 April 2025, at his Vatican residence, the Casa Santa Marta

On behalf of the Government and people of South Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa offers his deep condolences to Catholics in South Africa and globally on the passing of the Holy Father Pope Francis. Aged 88, the Pope passed away early today, Monday, 21 April 2025, at his Vatican residence, the…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa | Apr 17, 2025

South Africa: Deputy President Mashatile receives courtesy visit from Mr Gao Yunlong

The courtesy visit to the Deputy President forms part of the high-level engagements between South Africa and China, which are key to strengthening bilateral relations and advancing political, trade and investment cooperation

Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile has today, Thursday, 17 April 2025, received a courtesy visit from His Excellency Mr Gao Yunlong, Vice-Chairman of the 14th National Committee of Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and the Chairman of the All-China Federation on Industry and Commerce (ACFIC), at the O.R Tambo…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa | Apr 17, 2025

South Africa: President wishes the nation a happy, safe and reflective Easter period

President Ramaphosa urges citizens to take care of themselves and others on the roads and in social situations

President Cyril Ramaphosa wishes South Africans a happy and safe Easter, which depends on citizens conducting themselves with tolerance, patience and respect for everyone with whom they come into contact. President Ramaphosa offers his best wishes for the Easter break to South Africa’s diverse Christian denominations as well as compatriots…

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