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North West Economic Development, Environment, Conservation, and Tourism on inaugural Lobelo la Dipitsi traditional horse racing
The inaugural Lobelo la Dipitsi Traditional Horse Racing event, held at Bloomtech Lodge in Vryburg this past weekend, has successfully celebrated North West Province’s rich cultural heritage while stimulating local economic growth. The event was...

Deputy President Paul Mashatile: Closing address at National Water and Sanitation Indaba in Midrand, 28 Mar
Programme Director, Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation, Mr David Mahlobo; Minister of Water and Sanitation, Ms Pemmy Majodina; Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation, Mr Isaac Sello Seitlholo; President of the South African Local Government...

President Cyril Ramaphosa at the National Water and Sanitation Indaba
Programme Director, Minister of Water and Sanitation, Ms. Pemmy Majodina, Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Mr. Velenkosini Hlabisa, Premier of Gauteng, Mr. Panyaza Lesufi, President of the South African Local Government...

Deputy Minister Seiso Joel Mohai: 2025 Free State Human Rights Day Commemoration
Programme Directors; Premier of the Free State Province, Ms MaQueen Letsoha-Matha and Members of the Executive Council; The Chief-Whip, Councillor. Phuthi Tlahadi; MEC of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, Ms Ntombizanele Sifuba; MEC for...

Statement on the Cabinet Meeting of 26 March 2025
A. Issues in the Environment 1. Economy 1.1 Investment 1.1.1 Cabinet expressed confidence in the resilience of the economy, as the country continues to forge partnerships to build key sectors and attract new investments. 1.1.2 Cabinet also...

African Heritage Conservation in the Age of Development: A Regional Approach to Impact Assessments
In an era of rapid urbanization, infrastructure development, and tourism growth, World Heritage properties across Africa face unprecedented challenges in protecting and managing their outstanding values. The inherent demand for socio-economic...

South Africa: The 23rd Southern Africa and Indian Ocean States Regional IHL Seminar
The Seminar was chaired by the government of Malawi and included representatives from Zambia, Zimbabwe, Angola, Mozambique, South Africa, Lesotho, Eswatini, Madagascar, Mauritius, and Seychelles. The seminar focused on the implementation of IHL...

Volaris Automotive Acquires Britehouse Automotive, Expanding Its Footprint in the Automotive Software Solutions Market
TORONTO, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volaris Automotive, an acquirer of specialized software companies serving the automotive industry, today announced the acquisition of Britehouse Automotive, a prominent developer of innovative automotive...

Over 150 Students Graduate from Edubex Learning, Strengthening Africa’s Skilled Workforce
Over 150 students from various disciplines, marking a significant milestone in advancing professional education & career growth across multiple African nations GABORONE, SOUTH-EAST DISTRICT, BOTSWANA, March 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Edubex...

Minister Pemmy Majodina: National Water Month launch
We are meeting here this morning in Gauteng to mark National Water Month. As leaders across all spheres, we have come here to demonstrate our collective resolve and determination to confront water supply challenges wherever they may rear their...

Minister Thembi Simelane: Third SADC Community Law Seminar
Programme Director, Our host, Vice Chancellor and Principal, Professor Sakhela Buhlungu, Members of the Executive Management of the University of Fort Hare, Esteemed academics and representatives of the National University of Lesotho, Esteemed...

Transparency focus of exchanges at Working Party on State Trading Enterprises
The Working Party reviewed 32 new notifications on state trading enterprises from 26 WTO members (Argentina; Kingdom of Bahrain; Brazil; Canada; China; Costa Rica; Eswatini; European Union; Georgia; Haiti; Honduras; Hong Kong, China; Israel;...

Premier Panyaza Lesufi: Gauteng State of the Province Address 2025
Madame Speaker, Honourable Morakane Mosupyoe; Deputy Speaker, Honourable Nomvuyo Mhlakaza-Manamela; Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Honourable Parks Tau; Deputy Ministers Mondli Gungubele and Peace Mabe; Chief Whip of the Governing...

Premier Panyaza Lesufi: 2025 State of the Province Address
Madame Speaker, Honourable Morakane Mosupyoe; Deputy Speaker, Honourable Nomvuyo Mhlakaza-Manamela; Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Honourable Parks Tau; Deputy Ministers Mondli Gungubele and Peace Mabe; Chief Whip of the Governing...

SGS Secures Unprecedented Fourth Contract for PVoC Services With Tanzania Bureau of Standards
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND, February 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is pleased to announce it has signed an unprecedented fourth consecutive contract with the Tanzania Bureau of...

SGS Secures Unprecedented Fourth Contract for PVoC Services with Tanzania Bureau of Standards
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND, February 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is pleased to announce it has signed an unprecedented fourth consecutive contract with the Tanzania Bureau of...

Water and Sanitation on heavy rains improving Vaal Dam water storage
The recent heavy rainfall in Gauteng has boosted the province's water levels, with a significant increase in the water levels of the Vaal Dam and some reservoirs across the region. Latest data released by the Department of Water and Sanitation...

Minister Angie Motshekga: Debate on events in DRC
The Speaker/Chairperson Ministers and Deputy Ministers Members of Parliament Ladies and Gentlemen Allow me to thank the Speaker for allowing us time and space to debate this very important and yet tragic matter which attracted a lot of public...

President Cyril Ramaphosa: State of the Nation Address 2025
Speaker of the National Assembly, Ms Thoko Didiza, Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces, Ms Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane, Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile, Chief Justice Mandisa Maya and Judges President, Former President Thabo...

High-Speed Rail Market/Bullet Train Market to Reach $98.9 Billion by 2033, Growing at 6.2% CAGR
WILMINGTON, NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- According to a recent report published by Allied Market Research, titled, “High Speed Rail Market by Speed, Propulsion, Component and region: Opportunity Analysis...