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Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation
Source: Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation |

South Africa notes President Trump’s regrettable Truth Social post

The South African Government wishes to state, for the record, that the characterisation of Afrikaners as an exclusively white group is ahistorical

The South African Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation has noted the content of a post by President Donald J. Trump on the Truth Social platform. The South African Government wishes to state, for the record, that the characterisation of Afrikaners as an exclusively white group is ahistorical. Furthermore, the…

The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa
Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa |

South Africa: President Ramaphosa arrives in Italy for a working visit to the Holy See

South Africa values the warm and respectful relations it has enjoyed with the Holy See over the years

President Cyril Ramaphosa has this morning, Friday 7 November 2025, arrived in Rome, Italy for a working visit to the Holy See. South Africa and the Holy See have cordial bilateral relations and the visit by President Ramaphosa serves  as an opportunity to discuss a renewed focus on collaboration in…

African Energy Chamber
Source: African Energy Chamber |

Africa Pushes Scale: African Energy Chamber G20 Forum to Spotlight Large-Scale Energy and Infrastructure Integration

A session at the G20 African Energy Investment Forum will spotlight how large-scale renewable and infrastructure investments are transforming Africa’s power landscape – from cross-border grids to new baseload and storage projects

The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/) will host a strategic panel on “Scaling Large-Scale Energy & Infrastructure” at the upcoming G20 African Energy Investment Forum in Johannesburg, bringing together financiers, policymakers and developers to explore how to mobilize both public and private capital to drive renewable integration and infrastructure scale-up…

African Energy Chamber
Source: African Energy Chamber |

Nigeria’s Olu Verheijen Joins G20 Africa Energy Investment Forum Amid Strategic Reforms

Hosted by the African Energy Chamber, the G20 Africa Energy Investment Forum takes place November 21 at the Southern Sun Sandton in Johannesburg

As the G20 Africa Energy Investment Forum fast-approaches, major African oil and gas producers such as Nigeria are gearing up to bring their strategic energy agendas to a global audience. Nigeria’s Special Advisor to President Bola Tinubu on Energy Olu Verheijen has joined the forum – taking place November 21…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
Source: Republic of South Africa: The Parliament |

Ad Hoc Committee Concludes Evidence from IDAC Head, Adv Johnson

Committee members also questioned Adv Johnson extensively about the arrests of General Khumalo and other CI officials

The Ad Hoc Committee investigating allegations made by the SAPS KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Head, Lt Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, has concluded hearing evidence from the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC), led by Adv Andrea Johnson. Adv Johnson’s testimony covered issues including alleged corruption in SAPS procurement processes, the role of Crime Intelligence…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
Source: Republic of South Africa: The Parliament |

Small Business Development Committee Welcomes Progress on Red Tape Reduction Framework

The framework proposes that the Minister of Small Business Development be responsible for its oversight, supported by an advisory council to guide implementation

The Portfolio Committee on Small Business Development has welcomed the progress made by the Department of Small Business Development in developing the Red Tape Reduction Framework. The committee received a briefing on the department’s progress during its meeting on Wednesday. The framework, which addresses the regulatory and administrative challenges faced…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
Source: Republic of South Africa: The Parliament |

Nonattendance of Ambassador Sizani to Oversight Session Concerns International Relations Committee

The committee remains dedicated to fulfilling its constitutional role of oversight and ensuring accountability in the implementation of South Africa’s foreign policy

The Portfolio Committee on International Relations and Cooperation has expressed its grave concern over the nonattendance of His Excellency Ambassador Stone Sizani with no apology to the committee’s oversight session in Brussels, where the committee engaged with European High Commissions during its unprecedented week-long oversight mission in the Europe region.…

Department of Science, Technology and Innovation, Republic of South Africa
Source: Department of Science, Technology and Innovation, Republic of South Africa |

Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) partners with United Nations (UN) Food and Agriculture Organization on roadmap to strengthen South Africa's agrifood systems

The roadmap will promote the development of new high-value crops, livestock and agro-processed products

The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), is developing a Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Roadmap for Agriculture. This strategic initiative will enhance institutional coordination, drive innovation and support the transformation of South Africa's agrifood system…

African Energy Chamber
Source: African Energy Chamber |

Oando PLC Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Wale Tinubu to Spotlight African Energy Leadership at G20 Investment Forum

Wale Tinubu, Group Chief Executive of Oando, will join global and African leaders at the G20 African Energy Investment Forum in Johannesburg this month, underscoring the growing influence of indigenous companies in shaping the continent’s energy future

Wale Tinubu, Group Chief Executive of Oando PLC, has been confirmed as a featured speaker at the upcoming G20 African Energy Investment Forum in Johannesburg, organized by the African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/). His participation highlights the expanding role of African energy companies in driving growth, advancing regional integration and…

VUKA Group
Source: VUKA Group |

First National Bank (FNB) and WomenIN Festival 2025 Join Forces to Back Bold, Inclusive Growth for Women across South Africa

The collaboration includes a range of initiatives designed to create real, tangible value for women

First National Bank (FNB) has announced its partnership with WomenIN Festival 2025 (www.WeAreWomenIn.com), as a lead empowerment partner for the iconic event that brings together women from all walks of life for a phenomenal anticipated two days of celebrating women with purpose. Taking place on 13–14 November at Cape Town’s Newlands…