Study Shows Israel Depriving Gaza Citizens of Water
The Human Rights Watch (HRW) report; consisting of 179 pages; has recorded Israel’s genocidal act of depriving Palestinians of water since the war’s inception.
Command Centre for Gender-Based Violence Officially Operational
Marking a significant step in the ongoing fight against gender-based violence in the country, the Department of Social Development’s Gender-Based Violence Command Centre (GBVCC) is officially live.
Eskom Vows Turnaround at End of Financial Year
On Thursday this week during the annual results announcement for Eskom’s Financial Year 2024, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa stressed that the power utility has seen a significant performance turnaround.
Wind Turbines a South African Energy Game-Changer
Over the past several months, the government’s Renewable Energy Independent Power Producers Programme (REIPPP) has acquired two wind turbine models that are the first of their kind in the continent.
Syria Sees Government Reform After 13 Years of Civil War
On Sunday, Islamist rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), alongside allies, spearheaded the Syrian government’s collapse after nearly 14 years of civil war in the country. Since its inception, over 13 million Syrians have fled the country.
Big Government Plans in Place for Disability Inclusion
On Tuesday during the parliamentary debate, Minister of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities; Sindisiwe Chikunga; shared the plans in place to improve services that will benefit individuals with disabilities.
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New Road Bill Signed into Law
This week, President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the National Road Traffic Amendment Bill, which seeks to amend the National Road Traffic Act of 1996, consequently improving the country’s road safety.
Amnesty International Calls out Israel’s Genocidal Acts in Palestine
In light of the brutal attacks by Israel against Gaza and Palestinian civilians since 7th October 2023, this week, Amnesty International has stated that new reports concerning the war were a “wake-up call” for the international community.
Bright Future Ahead for South African Science Student
Throughout 3-7 December at the ExpoCiencias National competition in Villahermosa, Mexico, grade 11 student Raees Ahmed Khan; from Vryburg, North West; has been selected to represent South Africa.
Eskom Sees Longest Period of Consistent Power Supply in Five Years
Over the course of the last five years, Eskom has seen a significant improvement in the nation’s power supply, marking 240 consecutive days of uninterrupted electricity.
SASSA to Launch Investigation into Social Relief of Distress Grant Fraud
In light of the month-long investigations that confirmed cases of fraud initially uncovered by two first-year Stellenbosch University IT students, Social Development Minister; Sisisi Tolashe; is working together with State security and the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to further probe the issue.
Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Welcomed by South Africa
In response to the most recent ceasefire announced between Israel and Lebanon on Wednesday this week, the South African government has welcomed the decision.
Arrest Warrants by International Criminal Court Welcomed by South Africa
On Thursday this week, the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military chief, Mohammed Deif, for war crimes committed between 8 October 2023, up until 20 May 2024.
Payment Changes for N3 and N4 Tolls this Holiday Season
Across South African toll plazas, contactless payment methods have now been introduced for safer and more convenient means of utilising the service.
Government Plans in Place to Intervene in Eskom Electricity Hike
In response to Eskom’s proposed tariff hike of 36.15% for 2025/26 for direct users and the following public outcry over rising cost of living, the government is in the process of preparing to intervene.
South Africa Condemns West Bank Annexation by Israel
In response to a recent statement attributed to Israel’s Finance Minister on the annexation of the Palestinian West Bank, the South African Department of International Relations and Cooperation has expressed dismay.