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Image: Women for Change DWYPD Confirms Full Support for Presidential Pronouncement, Elevating GBVF as a Human Rights Priority The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has issued a statement of full support for the Presidential declaration of Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) as a national crisis. This bold pronouncement is hailed as a necessary step to strengthen the multi-sectoral response to one of the most pervasive human rights violatio

Image: SABC A New Era of Commitment In his closing remarks at the Global Citizen session on Scaling Up Renewables in Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa lauded the "extraordinary" scale of the financial commitments pledged, affirming their alignment with the global G20 themes of Solidarity, Equality, and Sustainability. The President underscored that while funding is the first step, the real measure of success will be disciplined implementation and unwavering partnership. South

Image: Gio on Unsplash The Foundation of Universal Rights The recent Workshop on Decriminalisation and Regulation of Sex Work, convened under the auspices of the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, was inaugurated with a powerful reminder of South Africa’s foundational principles. Deputy Minister Andries Nel opened the deliberations by reciting the Preamble to the Constitution, setting the moral and legal framework for the sensitive discussio

Image: GCIS The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Mr. Velenkosini Hlabisa, delivered a stimulating keynote address at today’s strategic Pre-Investment Summit engagement on the Eastern Seaboard Development (ESD) corridor, calling for bold partnerships, innovation, and inclusive growth to transform historically marginalized coastal regions into vibrant economic hubs. Minister Hlabisa emphasised: “This summit is a defining moment to unlock the E

Image: IOL The South African Police Service (SAPS) significantly bolstered its capacity for grassroots crime combatting today, welcoming 3,558 newly trained constables into its ranks. The large-scale induction was marked by simultaneous passing-out parades held across five police academies nationwide. The main ceremony took place at the SAPS Academy Tshwane in Gauteng, where Acting Police Minister, Professor Firoz Cachalia, officiated the parade for 2,036 graduates. He was jo

Image: G20.ORG The unprecedented convergence of the G20 on African soil marked a pivotal moment, signaling a global shift in focus toward the continent often dubbed the Cradle of Humanity. Addressing delegates at the B20 Summit, President Cyril Ramaphosa articulated a powerful vision for Africa’s ascendancy, positioning the continent not merely as a recipient of aid, but as the next critical frontier for global production, commerce, and innovation. Ramaphosa framed the gather

Image: News24 The City of Ekurhuleni hosted the second G20 Social Summit, officially opened by Deputy President Paul Mashatile, who extended a warm welcome to local and international delegations. The address, delivered on behalf of President Cyril Ramaphosa, anchored South Africa's G20 Presidency firmly in the Ubuntu philosophy, a profound African principle of interconnectedness encapsulated by the saying, "Umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu, I am because we are." The Deputy President

Image: Supplied The atmosphere was one of solemn resolve as Mr. Trevor Manuel, Chairperson of the Africa Expert Panel, formally handed over the Panel's comprehensive report, marking a pivotal moment in South Africa’s G20 Presidency. This handover is considered a key milestone, signaling the nation's commitment to prioritising solutions for issues paramount to the African continent ahead of the G20 Leaders’ Summit, the first ever to be convened in Africa. Addressing the panel

Image: Supplied South Africa is preparing to assume one of its most prestigious roles yet on the global stage as it hosts the upcoming G20 Summit. As South Africa welcomes heads of state, global institutions, and major international partners, Hannes Dupper is honoured to be participating as a South African partner in the grand assembly , contributing directly to shaping conversations that will influence global economics, governance, and sustainable development for years to c

Image: GCIS The first G20 Leaders’ Summit held on African soil set the stage for a critical engagement in South Africa. President Cyril Ramaphosa, addressing a distinguished gathering of business leaders and government officials, underscored an unambiguous mandate: Africa must be central to the G20’s strategic deliberations. Flanked by key ministers and figures like Ms. Gloria Serobe, Chairperson of the Industrial Development Corporation, the President framed the evening's co

Image: Supplied Saudi Arabia announced the designation of two new marine protected areas, “Blue Holes” and “Ras Hatiba,” marking a major step forward in the Kingdom’s efforts to expand conservation of its coastal and marine environments. The approval, endorsed by the Council of Ministers Board of Experts, follows scientific assessments confirming the biodiversity value of both areas and the importance of preserving them to support marine protection, scientific research, and s

Image: The Citizen The Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation, Mr David Mahlobo is leading a delegation to the World Toilet Summit (WTS) in New Delhi, India on 19-21 November 2025, to participate and in pursuit of global solutions to address sanitation challenges for the country. The WTS is an annual event organised by the World Toilet Organization (WTO) and hosted by the Sulabh International Social Service Organisation to address the global sanitation crisis. The summit aim

Image: EWN Gauteng’s permanent delegates to the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) will undertake a week-long oversight programme from 18 to 21 November 2025, focusing on service delivery projects across the province. The programme forms part of the NCOP’s annual Provincial Week under the theme: “Building Viable Municipalities for Enhanced Delivery of Basic Services to Communities”. During the visits, delegates will engage with communities and assess progress in providing b

Image: GCIS South Africa will host the G20 Social Summit from 18 to 20 November 2025 at the Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Centre in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng Province. Under the overarching theme “Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability,” South Africa’s G20 Presidency reflects the nation’s strategic priorities of inclusive growth, poverty reduction, and the building of a capable, ethical, and developmental state. In keeping with the G20 theme of Solidarity, Equality, and

Image; Courtesy of FF Plus South Africa desperately needs economic and state recovery, and this turnaround should start with the 2026 local government elections. The country simply cannot achieve economic growth while most municipalities are falling apart. The prerequisite for transforming a welfare state to a state that truly prospers is restoring local government, the most visible from of public service. The latest reports by the Auditor-General (AG) reveal that only about

Image; Premium photo The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Mr Velenkosini Hlabisa, issued a call for people to heed the level 9 weather warning from the South African Weather Service (SAWS). The Minister has urged the National Disaster Management Centre (NDMC) to execute its legislative obligations by facilitating the promotion of an integrated and coordinated system of disaster management among national, provincial and local spheres of gover

Image: GCIS The Minister of Transport, Ms Barbara Creecy, and Deputy Minister, Mr Mkhuleko Hlengwa have expressed serious concern with the persistent rise in the number of road fatalities due to crashes involving public transport modes. Their concerns were raised in the wake of today’s tragic loss of ten lives from a serious collision between a truck and an Interstate Bus Train approximately 5 km from Mandela View between Bloemfontein and Botshabelo. The crash involved a tota

Image; GCIS President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his deep sadness at the passing of educator, diplomat and business leader Dr Franklin Sonn who contributed significantly to different sectors of society and the economy. Dr Sonn, an Esteemed Member of the National Order of the Baobab and recipient of numerous international honours, has passed away at the age of 86. President Ramaphosa offers his condolences to Mrs Joan Sonn and children Crispin and Heather, as well the exten

Minister of Water and Sanitation, Pemmy Majodina, Image: SA Govt. Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister, Sello Seitlholo said the handing over of Ventilated Improved Pit latrines to the community of Ga-Mathabatha Village in Lebowakgomo, Limpopo, is an indication of government’s commitment to adhere to the country’s constitution by providing dignified sanitation to the citizens, and to achieve the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 6 which is focused on ensuring acces

Image: Supplied The Gauteng Department of Education welcomes the recent High Court judgment in the matter involving the Pretoria High School for Girls School Governing Body. We are pleased that the Court has clarified the situation, allowing everyone to move forward and focus on what matters most: the development of the learners and the school. The Pretoria High Court dismissed the SGB’s interim request to access the Department’s investigation report. The report was commissio