Former Israeli Officials Call to End Gaza War
At the beginning of this month, the Israeli Army Radio released footage of 11 former military and security officials calling for immediate cessation of the war on Gaza.
Matric Support Programme Launching to Equip Learners for Tertiary Opportunities
This week, the Matric Support Programme was officially launched by Higher Education and Training Minister, Dr Mimmu Gondwe.
Nationwide Cleanup Day to Boost Morale
This week, Deputy President Paul Mashatile revealed that President Cyril Ramaphosa will soon announce a cleanup day that will take place across the country. This will entail communities banding together to keep neighbourhoods clean, building social presence and unity amongst them.
Green ID Book Massive Risk for Fraud
Minister of Home Affairs, Leon Schreiber, warned South Africans that the green ID book is the largest fraud risk in the country.
eThekwini: First South African City to Join World Trade Centre Association
This week marks a significant milestone for Durban, which has become the first South African city to join the World Trade Centre Association (WTCA). This significant step will help broaden trade and investment opportunities in not only the country, but the African continent.
First Global Set of Recited Qurans Launched
In Makkah this week, the Muslim World League (MWL) launched its first ever set of Murattal (recited) Qurans; the event attended by prominent Islamic scholars and figures.
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New Home Affairs Service Centres Offer International South Africans Reprieve
Recently, Dr Leon Schreiber; Minister of Home Affairs; announced the new Home Affairs Service Centres abroad.
South Africa Enhances Green Energy Initiative
This week at the BMW Plant in Rosslyn, Tshwane, President Cyril Ramaphosa lauded the company's launch of the South African-made X3 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV).
South African Bullet Train Expected in 2030
As reported by TopAuto, South Africa's first ever bullet train will be launching in 2030, and is expected to connect Pretoria to Polokwane.
Tunisia and South Africa Sign Landmark Science Collaboration
During an official visit to Tunisia, the South African Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Blaze Nzimande, signed a landmark agreement to upscale collaboration in science, technology, and innovation.
Motsoaledi: Four New Academic Hospitals to Open
Confirmed by Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi, the South African Minister of Health, four new academic hospitals will be established in provinces that prior to this, did not have teaching hospitals.
Bogotá Conference Aims to Stop Gaza War
Organised by the governments of South Africa and Colombia as co-chairs, the Emergency Conference of The Hague Group enjoined 30 nations from across Africa, Europe, Asia, North, and South America.
Extended Operating Hours at Home Affairs This Month
Between the 7th – 21st July, the Department of Home Affairs will be extending its operating hours by two hours, remaining open for longer from 4PM to 6PM.
Agricultural Exports See Increase
South Africa’s agricultural exports for the first quarter of 2025 have seen an increase of 10%, thus far reaching $3,36 billion USD.
New Driving Demerit System to Launch in December
On 1st December, the new demerit points system for drivers will be rolling out its first phase. By September 2026, the system will be in full effect.
Hajj 2025: The Most Technologically Advanced Hajj Hosted Yet
During Hajj this year, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia hosted one of the most technologically advanced pilgrimage experiences.