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Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Ad Hoc Committee on Mkhwanazi Allegations to Hear From LT Gen Khumalo

Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, is scheduled to hear oral submissions from Lieutenant General Dumisani Khumalo

The Ad Hoc Committee established to investigate allegations made by the South African Police Service's (SAPS) KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, is scheduled to hear oral submissions from Lieutenant General Dumisani Khumalo, the head of crime intelligence, tomorrow. The meeting will be in Parliament and live streamed on…

All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA)

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    • Adviser, from Mauritania, receiving an award at the 9th edition of AFRIMA Awards held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos on Sunday, January 11, 2026
    • Innoss B of DRC, performing on stage at the 9th edition of AFRIMA Awards held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos on Sunday, January 11, 2026
    • Rema, from Nigeria, receiving the African Artiste of the Year award at the 9th edition of AFRIMA Awards held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos on Sunday, January 11, 2026
    • Weeha from Ethiopia performing at the 9th edition of AFRIMA Awards held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos on Sunday, January 11, 2026
    • Yo Maps from Zambia receiving an award at the 9th edition of AFRIMA Awards held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos on Sunday, January 11, 2026
    • DJ Mo Green, a French DJ of Algerian descendant receiving an award at the 9th edition of AFRIMA Awards held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos on Sunday, January 11, 2026
    • Weeha from Ethiopia displays her award at the 9th edition of AFRIMA Awards held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos on Sunday, January 11, 2026
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9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA): Africa under One Roof as Delegates, Artistes from 48 Countries Participate

...Côte d'Ivoire, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Guinea, S'Africa, DR Congo shine

The 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) (https://AFRIMA.org) once again proved why it is regarded as Africa’s biggest music awards platform, as artistes, delegates and industry stakeholders from at least  48 African countries came together in Lagos, Nigeria, to celebrate the continent’s rich and diverse musical excellence.…

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

South Africa: Minister Lamola leads African Union Ad-hoc Committee of Five (C5) Visit to South Sudan

The year 2026 marks a pivotal moment for South Sudan, as the country is earmarked to hold its first-ever elections since gaining independence from Sudan in July 2011

Minister Ronald Lamola has arrived in Juba, leading a High-Level African Union Ad-hoc Committee of Five (C5) Visit to South Sudan from 14 to 15 January 2026. He is leading the delegation in his capacity as the Chairperson. This visit is a follow-up to the previous C5 Ministerial Visit to…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Basic Education Committee Chairperson Wishes Learners Well for Start of New Academic Year

The Chairperson noted that urgent intervention is needed to ensure that all unplaced learners are accommodated without further disruption to their schooling

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Basic Education, Ms Joy Maimela, wishes learners, teachers, parents and education officials well as public schools reopen today for the 2026 academic year. The Chairperson noted that the reopening of schools marks an important moment in the country’s education calendar, particularly for learners…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Ad Hoc Committee on Mkhwanazi Allegations to Hear From Lieutenant General Phahlane

The meeting will be in Parliament and live streamed on YouTube

The Ad Hoc Committee to Investigate Allegations made by the South African Police Service's (SAPS) KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, is scheduled to hear oral testimony from Lieutenant General Khomotso Phahlane tomorrow. The meeting will be in Parliament and live streamed on YouTube. Documents for the committee can…

The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa
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South Africa: Deputy President Mashatile congratulates the Class of 2025

The Deputy President reaffirmed government’s commitment to investing in young people and creating inclusive opportunities that enable them to participate meaningfully in the economy and society

The Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa, Paul Mashatile, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Matric Class of 2025 following the release of the National Senior Certificate results. The Deputy President commends the matriculants for their resilience, discipline, and determination in reaching this important milestone, noting that…

Department of Water and Sanitation, Republic of South Africa
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South Africa: Water and Sanitation reports stable conditions at Vaal Dam and Bloemhof Dam

DWS remains committed to maintaining a proactive approach to flood preparedness and hydrological risk management

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) reports that the Vaal Dam and the broader Integrated Vaal River System (IVRS) continue to perform strongly, maintaining stability in line with the latest weekly reservoir status update. This positive outlook is supported by the ongoing rainfall season. The Vaal Dam remains above…

South African Government
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South Africa: Border Management Authority intercepts unsupervised minors near Beitbridge Port of Entry

Commissioner Masiapato confirms that BMA And SANDF intercept unsupervised minors near Beitbridge Port of Entry

The Border Management Authority (BMA), working in close collaboration with the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), has intercepted more than 20 minors near the Limpopo River in the vicinity of the Beitbridge border fence. The children, aged between 5 and 17 years, are believed to have been en route…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Department of Basic Education (DBE) Should Move From Celebrating High Percentage Passes, Committee on Education Chair

The committee wished all the learners awaiting their results well and good passes

The Chairperson of the Select Committee on Education, Sciences and the Creative Industries, Mr Makhi Feni, has said there is a need for emphasis on qualitative approaches in the passes for Grade 12. He said: “For too long our focus had been on securing a high average percentage mark and…

Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation
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The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) and Rustenburg Local Municipality to host a public participation event in Rustenburg

The event will be hosted by International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola, supported by Deputy Minister Alvin Botes

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation, in collaboration with the Rustenburg Local Municipality, will host a public participation event on Friday, 9 January 2026, at the Civic Centre in Rustenburg under the theme: Advancing People-Centred Development. The event will be hosted by International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola, supported…