South African Government Press Releases

• Published on October 2, 2025 - 18:03 GMT

  Premier Lazarus Mokgosi visits Rural Tswaing Local Municipality for essential services through Thuntsha Lerole, 3 Oct

  Premier Kagiso Lazarus Mokgosi will on Friday, 03 October 2025, lead the roll-out of the Thuntsha Lerole programme in Tswaing Local Municipality, which falls under Ngaka Modiri Molema District. Identified as one of the ten local municipalities prioritised …

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• Published on October 2, 2025 - 18:03 GMT

  Western Cape Economic Development and Tourism on provincial economic growth

  The Western Cape has once again demonstrated its economic resilience, emerging as South Africa’s top-performing province in terms of economic growth over the past decade. This is according to the latest provincial Gross Domestic Product (GDP) estimates …

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• Published on October 2, 2025 - 18:03 GMT

  Western Cape launches Mobility Month with focus on congestion

  On Wednesday, 1 October 2025, Provincial Minister of Mobility Isaac Sileku launched Mobility Month with a panel discussion, addressing one of the province’s most pressing challenges, traffic congestion. Cape Town is ranked the 9th most congested city in …

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• Published on October 2, 2025 - 18:03 GMT

  Gauteng Roads and Transport on unroadworthy vehicles removed from roads

  The Gauteng Transport Inspectorate (GTI) has intensified its enforcement drive, removing sixty-two (62) unroadworthy minibus taxis from the province’s roads during operations conducted between 22 and 28 September 2025. The crackdown, aimed at restoring …

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• Published on October 2, 2025 - 18:03 GMT

  President Cyril Ramaphosa calls for immediate release of Global Sumud Flotilla abductees

  President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on the Government of the State of Israel to release South Africans and other nationals abducted as part of Israeli authorities’ interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla. The flotilla comprises humanitarian vessels …

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• Published on October 2, 2025 - 18:03 GMT

  Gauteng e-Government hosts economic empowerment roadshow for Persons with Disabilities and Military Veterans, 3 Oct

  The Gauteng Department of e-Government will be hosting a specialised roadshow for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) and Military Veterans as part of its ongoing effort to drive inclusive economic participation across the province. The event takes place on …

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• Published on October 1, 2025 - 21:10 GMT

  Water and Sanitation on decline of Mpumalanga water levels and holding steady above 90%

  The Department of Water and Sanitation’s latest State of Reservoirs report shows that, although water levels in Mpumalanga are slowly declining, they remain comfortably above 90% and higher than this time last year. According to the report, the Mpumalanga …

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• Published on October 1, 2025 - 21:10 GMT

  MEC Tertuis Simmers on contract C0964.02 for upgrade of Louis Fourie Road at Mossel Bay

  The Western Cape Department of Infrastructure (DOI) and its appointed professional team is making good progress on upgrades to Louis Fourie Road in Mossel Bay. This R540 million project is the largest ever Western Cape Government investment in road …

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• Published on October 1, 2025 - 20:39 GMT

  Border Management Authority co-chairs Eswatini–South Africa Steering Committee Meeting on Border Management, 2 Oct

  The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, will on Thursday, 02 October 2025, lead a high-level delegation from the Authority to co-chair the Eswatini–South Africa Steering Committee Meeting on Border Management. The …

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• Published on October 1, 2025 - 13:42 GMT

  Premier Alan Winde on launch of “Lights On After School 2025” campaign

  Today, Premier Alan Winde and Provincial Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport Ricardo Mackenzie officially launched the Western Cape Government’s “Lights On After School 2025” digital campaign, which will run throughout the month. The campaign celebrates …

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• Published on October 1, 2025 - 13:42 GMT

  Speaker Thoko Didiza: State of readiness to host the 11th G20 Parliamentary Speakers’ Summit (P20)

  Good morning, members of the media, colleagues and distinguished guests. We acknowledge the presence of all media representatives, including those from community, regional, national, and international outlets, here today. We thank you for joining us as we …

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• Published on October 1, 2025 - 13:42 GMT

  Minister Gayton McKenzie on passing of former Minister Nkosinathi Emmanuel Nathi Mthethwa

  It is with profound sadness that I learnt of the passing of Nkosinathi Emmanuel "Nathi" Mthethwa, a dedicated public servant and former Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture. Mr. Mthethwa served with distinction as Minister of Arts and Culture from …

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• Published on October 1, 2025 - 13:42 GMT

  Minister Dion George on rural and coastal economies leading South Africa’s growth

  The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has underlined the importance of forestry and fisheries as engines of rural and coastal development that contribute directly to national growth. “Forestry and fisheries are not small …

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• Published on October 1, 2025 - 11:32 GMT

  Deputy Minister Alvin Botes: Opening ceremony of the Annual Conference of Speakers of African Parliaments

  President of the Pan-African Parliament, His Excellency, The Right Honourable Chief Fortune Charumbira Members of the Bureau of the Pan-African Parliament The Speaker of the Transitional National Assembly of Gabon, His Excellency Jean-François Ndongou, …

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• Published on September 30, 2025 - 21:11 GMT

  Deputy Minister Alvin Botes: Opening ceremony of Annual Conference of Speakers of African Parliaments

  President of the Pan-African Parliament, His Excellency, The Right Honourable Chief Fortune Charumbira, Members of the Bureau of the Pan-African Parliament, The Speaker of the Transitional National Assembly of Gabon, HE Jean-François NDONGOU, representing …

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• Published on September 30, 2025 - 21:11 GMT

  KwaZulu-Natal Education on misinformation regarding rape of minor

  The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education, wishes to clarify misinformation regarding a disturbing video currently circulating on social media. The video, which depicts the rape of a minor by an elderly man, did not occur in Inanda affecting one of the …

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• Published on September 30, 2025 - 21:11 GMT

  MEC Anton Bredell on Disaster Resilience Summit

  The Western Cape Government, in partnership with Santam, has convened the Disaster Resilience Summit, a two-day gathering aimed at strengthening the province’s ability to reduce the impact of climate-related disasters and other systemic shocks. Taking …

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• Published on September 30, 2025 - 21:11 GMT

  Deputy President Paul Mashatile embarks on service delivery working visit to Qunu at in the OR Tambo District, 2 Oct

  Deputy President Paul Mashatile will on Thursday, 02 October 2025, embark on a service delivery working visit to the community of Qunu, in OR Tambo District Municipality in the Eastern Cape Province as part of government efforts to strengthen the capacity …

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• Published on September 30, 2025 - 21:11 GMT

  President Cyril Ramaphosa mourns passing of Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa

  President Cyril Ramaphosa is saddened by the passing of Ambassador Emmanuel Nkosinathi "Nathi" Mthethwa, South Africa’s Head of Mission in Paris, who has died in tragic circumstances in the French capital at the age of 58. President Ramaphosa …

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• Published on September 30, 2025 - 21:11 GMT

  Eastern Cape Provincial Government commemorates International Day of Older Persons in Somerset East, 1 Oct

  The Eastern Cape Provincial Government will on Wednesday, 01 October 2025, host the provincial commemoration of the International Day of Older Persons in Somerset East, Sarah Baartman District Municipality.  This year’s commemoration, observed under the …

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