"The exponential growth of private sector investment in electricity generation is proof that this reform is indeed having a major impact," Ramaphosa said.
Sana Khan Jun 01, 2023
"Our teams have witnessed the impact of water supply issues, and experienced directly the impact of untreated wastewater," Auditor-General Tsakani Maluleke said.
Sana Khan Jun 01, 2023
"We've got the golden share and the golden share means we own the brand, and headquarters [are] in South Africa," Pravin Gordhan said.
Sana Khan May 31, 2023
Some 6,289 people were killed in the country -- which has one of the world's highest murder rates -- between January and March, up 3.4 percent on the same period last year. Yet, Police Minister Bheki Cele, who has long been under fire over the rampant crime, said the overall picture was improving. "We are gradually gaining back the ground from criminals," Cele told a press conference. The leading opposition party, the Democratic Alliance (DA), reiterated calls for Cele to be fired.
AFP news May 30, 2023
"This is because discretion and confidentiality are essential when hiring executive candidates," Eskom's Daphne Mokwena said about the CEO shortlist.
Sana Khan May 30, 2023
"The number of laboratory-confirmed cases of cholera seen at the hospital is 48," the Gauteng health department's spokesperson, Motalatale Modiba said.
Sana Khan May 29, 2023
"SIU investigated TERS payments to persons who were not entitled to receive such payments," the statement issued by the agency mentioned.
Sana Khan May 24, 2023
"We're saying to them you're not worthy of dignity," Equal Education organizer said.
Sana Khan May 23, 2023
South Africans on Monday blamed their local government for failing to provide clean water as deaths from cholera rose to 15 in the country's most populous province.
Reuters May 23, 2023
"Stool specimen has been collected from some of the affected people," the department said.
Sana Khan May 22, 2023
"Karpower is not what we need in South Africa, what we need is a short-term, South African generation that can contribute to the grid very speedily," Liz McDaid said.
Sana Khan May 19, 2023
Eskom warned that it may ramp up crippling power outages to prevent a national grid collapse as winter arrives in the coming weeks. Winter demand for power is expected to surge to around 33,000 megawatts but Eskom is only able to produce 26,000 megawatts out of its installed capacity of 47,500 megawatts. Already the country is going into winter with a shortfall of some 3,000 megawatts compared to last year as its Koeberg nuclear power station is undergoing an overhaul.
AFP news May 19, 2023
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said that the government will guarantee solar-related loans to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) on a 20% first-loss basis. Moreover, it will "facilitate the leasing of rooftop solar by households and SMEs." "National Treasury has also made changes to the Bounce Back Loan Guarantee Scheme (introduced in 2022) to incentivise rooftop solar investments," Finance Minister said.
Sana Khan May 18, 2023
RBIG will be allocated R10.1 billion, while WSIG will receive R4.6 billion.
Sana Khan May 17, 2023
The ruling African National Congress has recommended that state power utility Eskom delay the decommissioning of its ageing coal-fired power stations to help minimise rolling electricity outages. President Cyril Ramaphosa has said the total cost could prove 10 times higher than what Western donors are offering to finance. South Africa's national target for emissions reductions is 398-510 MtCO2e by 2025, and 350-420 MtCO2e by 2030.
Reuters May 16, 2023
"The team is working around the clock to ensure that generating units are returned to service as soon as possible," Eskom said.
Sana Khan May 15, 2023
"The demand not supplied due to load shedding in the calendar year 2023 up to midnight of 7 May 2023 exceeded the demand not supplied in the calendar year of 2022," Eskom said.
Sana Khan May 11, 2023
"Undiagnosed and untreated malaria rapidly progresses to severe illness, with a potentially fatal outcome," NICD said.
Sana Khan May 11, 2023
The Minister of Tourism clarified that her priority is to bring more than 21 million tourists to South Africa before 2030.
Sana Khan May 10, 2023
"What we are introducing is that Eskom must go directly to the Original Equipment Manufacturer," Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa said.
Sana Khan May 10, 2023
President Cyril Ramaphosa praised the media investigations to highlight the corruption in the country.
Sana Khan May 09, 2023
"They can still visit SASSA offices to change the method of payment so that they can get their money at their own personal banks," Themba Matlou said.
Sana Khan May 09, 2023
The deployment commeced on April 17 and will continue till Oct. 17.
Sana Khan May 08, 2023
Nwabisa Ngxola was accused of 114 charges including fraud, theft, and money laundering.
Sana Khan May 05, 2023
"These processes are currently underway," DWS' Director-General (DG) Dr. Sean Phillips said.
Sana Khan May 04, 2023
"The TCS system supports the strategic objectives of SARS to make it easier for taxpayers to comply," SARS said.
Sana Khan May 04, 2023
Workers in central Cape Town are putting the finishing touches on the 54-room Hemp Hotel, which is due to be completed in June.
AFP news May 03, 2023
Apart from sharing the official fuel price adjustments for May, the DMR also explained the reason behind the movements in prices.
Sana Khan May 03, 2023
A group of 22 South Africans was waiting for clearance by Egyptian authorities to catch a flight from Cairo to their home country, after getting evacuated from Sudan.
Sana Khan May 03, 2023
The summit will help the government to assess the health system's performance and preparation to implement the National Health Insurance (NHI).
Sana Khan May 02, 2023
