South African Tribune

JOHANNESBURG — As part of ongoing efforts to create an enabling environment for sustainable and inclusive growth, the South African government will continue to focus on stabilizing debt and debt-service costs, investing in infrastructure, and supporting the most vulnerable households. According to South African Government News Agency, Dr. Duncan Pieterse,…

JOHANNESBURG — The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has urged Gauteng residents to practice and maintain water conservation efforts, despite the Integrated Vaal River System (IVRS) holding steady. According to South African Government News Agency, this week, the Vaal Dam, a key part of the IVRS, is currently at…

TSHWANE — Minister of Energy and Electricity, Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, emphasized that as South Africa transitions from a carbon-intensive economy to a green economy, communities must be informed, consulted, and educated about the implications of this transition. According to South African Government News Agency, delivering an address at the Institute…

CAPE TOWN — Western Cape parents who wish to apply for Grade R or a school transfer for the 2025 school year can do so from today, 1 August 2024. The on-time application window closes on 16 August 2024. According to South African Government News Agency, for admission to Grade…

PRETORIA — Minister for Women, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, highlighted the importance of Women's Month as an opportunity to honor the role of women in the struggle against discrimination, subordination, and exploitation, and to celebrate progress in gender equality and social mobility. According to South African Government…

JOHANNESBURG — As police intensify their crackdown on violent and serious crime, South African Police Service (SAPS) National Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola, has urged criminals to surrender themselves when called to do so by police. According to South African Government News Agency, during a media briefing on Thursday, the National…

Two rhino horn traffickers sentenced to 18 years imprisonment, with six years suspended, by the Ermelo regional court on July 1, 2024, for possession of four rhino horns. According to South African Government News Agency, The conviction and sentence of three Botswana nationals confirmed on appeal, with sentences totaling 36…

CAPE TOWN — The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has announced the introduction of new blue and white modern Electric Multiple Units (EMUs) on the Central Line, extending the service from Nyanga to Mandalay station in the Western Cape. According to South African Government News Agency, this marks…

PRETORIA — South Africa has recorded a downward trend in rhino poaching over the past two months, marking a significant decrease in incidents, the Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment, Dr. Dion George, announced Thursday. According to South African Government News Agency, "A significant drop was noted during May…