‘Sustainable Ihram Initiative’ One Step Closer to Saudi Vision 2030 Green Goals
Having been announced at the Islamic Arts Biennale, the ‘Sustainable Ihram Initiative’ is the first sustainable Ihram to be launched in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
South African 2025/26 Budget Speech Highlights
During the South African Budget Speech presented by the Minister of Finance; Enoch Godongwana; on Wednesday this week, a total sum of R2.59 trillion was allocated for sectors such as social services and development, education, healthcare, economic development, security, and general public services, among others.
eThekwini: Municipality Seeking to Home Displaced Flood Victims
Following the recent floods that swept across the province, the National Department of Human Settlements and the eThekwini Municipality are in the process of finding suitable land to rehome displaced flood victims.
Vegetable Ban Lifted from Western Cape Exports to Botswana
After a previously imposed ban on South African produce exported to Botswana, Western Cape MEC for Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, Dr Ivan Meyer, welcomes the move to lift the ban for vegetable exports.
South Africa Denounces ‘Starvation’ Tactic in Gaza
On Wednesday this week, South Africa denounced Israeli tactics of ‘starvation’ by restricting aid into Gaza. This comes after Israel announced on Sunday, 2nd March, that it would freeze deliveries of aid into the territory until Hamas accepts Israel’s terms for the extension of the truce.
Expansion of Gautrain Plans Revealed
During the State of the Province Address on Monday, 24 February, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi unveiled plans to expand the Gautrain network to areas including Soweto, Fourways, Lanseria, and Mamelodi.
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SA Delegation to Settle Deal in US
On Thursday this week, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a plan to send a delegation from Pretoria to Washington in the hopes of settling various issues between the countries.
SASSA: Over 700,000 Beneficiaries Replace Gold for Black Cards
On Thursday, Cabinet announced that over 716,900 beneficiaries have transitioned to the new Postbank Black Cards, which have replaced the gold SASSA cards.
KwaZulu-Natal: Treasury Visit Ensures Upgrades to Midmar Dam Implemented
In an effort to improve the deteriorating state of the chalets, roads, and other facilities at the popular Midmar Dam in KwaZulu-Natal, the KZN Finance Department deployed a team to ensure the upgrades are on schedule.
History Made at Charlotte Maxeke Hospital
Earlier this month, Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital performed Gauteng's first-ever MitraClip implant procedure.
State of the Art Canopy Sees Construction at Masjid an-Nabawi
In Masjid an-Nabawi, Madinah, a new and innovative canopy is being constructed on the rooftop.
Presidential Youth Employment Initiative Reveals 1.5 Million Jobs Created
On Wednesday this week, Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Nonceba Mhlauli, revealed that 1.5 million jobs were created by the Presidential Youth Employment Initiative (PYEI) since its establishment in 2020.
Cape Town: Leak Repair Project Benefits Indigent Community
In Cape Town, since 2021, 1,688 registered indigent households benefited from the city’s Water and Sanitation Directorate’s leak repair project.
Egypt and Jordan Reject US Proposal Relocating Palestinians
Amidst the proposal put forth by the United States for the relocation of Palestinian inhabitants to Egypt and Jordan, both governments have rejected the move.
ONA: New Digital ID System Proposed
During the 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday this week, several topics such as housing and job creation, amongst many others, were discussed by President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Mpumalanga: New Recycling Pilot Projects Launched
In an effort to encourage the recycling of e-waste and to reduce the dumping of dangerous materials in landfills, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment together with the Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Land and Environmental Affairs launched two e-waste pilot projects in Mpumalanga this week.