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Forty Under 40 South Africa Returns to Celebrate the Nation’s Most Influential Young Leaders
JOHANNESBURG , JOHANNESBURG , SOUTH AFRICA, October 6, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The much anticipated 3rd Forty Under 40 South Africa Awards returns this year with a grand celebration of the nation’s most accomplished and inspiring young...

International Relations and Cooperation provides an update on welfare of Flotilla delegates
Today, our specialist team met with the South African delegation at the Negev Israeli Prison facility. The delegation has confirmed the detainees are in good health and in high spirits. The necessary procedures for their safe passage and return...

International Relations and Cooperation on G20 Social Summit registrations
Call for informal groups to participate in the G20 Social Summit The Government of the Republic of South Africa is pleased to announce that registration is now open for participation in the G20 Social Summit, scheduled to take place from 18 to 20...

Minister Dion George prioritises vulture conservation
In the lead up to the Session of the Meeting of the Parties (MOP9) to the African-Eurasian Migratory Waterbird Agreement (AEWA) in November 2025, the Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has reaffirmed government's...

Nokia and fibertime accelerate roll-out of fiber broadband access to underserved townships across South Africa
Press Release Nokia and fibertime accelerate roll-out of fiber broadband access to underserved townships across South Africa Nokia fiber access and IP solutions help fibertime connect 400,000 homes in underserved townships and communities to...

Deputy President Mashatile embarks on a Working Visit to Republic of Senegal
His Excellency, the Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa, Mr Paul Mashatile will on Tuesday, 07th October 2025, embark on a Working Visit to Dakar, in the Republic of Senegal to attend the 2025 Edition of the Invest in Senegal Forum....

Gender equality is key to tackling hunger and malnutrition crises, says Heifer International
International non-profit says barriers to women farmers’ full participation in agrifood systems is holding back food security in world’s hunger hotspots CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA, October 6, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The world cannot overcome...

Health: A Political Choice – The Future of Health in a Fractured World to launch at the World Health Summit
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 6, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Health: A Political Choice – The Future of Health in a Fractured World to launch at the World Health Summit • Amid intensifying global fractures, health is where the effects of...

South Africa Demands Release of Detained Sumud Flotilla Citizens
(MENAFN) South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has strongly urged Israel to immediately free South African citizens and other international individuals who were apprehended by Israeli forces following a raid on a humanitarian convoy en route to...

Moscow Awaits Hosting ‘Inventing the Future’ International Symposium
(MENAFN) On October 7–8, the II International Symposium titled 'Inventing the Future' is set to convene at the National Centre RUSSIA, assembling over 7,000 attendees representing 76 nations. This significant gathering, initiated by President...

Water and Sanitation recommits to ensuring sustainable water and sanitation services for all South Africans
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that all South Africans have access to sustainable water and sanitation services, as deliberations continue at the Local Government Indaba taking place at the...

MEC Anton Bredell on restoring local government in South Africa
Minister of Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Anton Bredell, has called for a renewed focus on ethical leadership as the foundation for turning around the decline in municipalities across South Africa. Speaking at...

Government urges vigilance against rising cyber threats
Government, in partnership with stakeholders across law enforcement, civil society, and the private sector, hosted a webinar on Cybersecurity Awareness and Responsible Use of Online Platforms as part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The webinar...

South Africa Secures Seat on ICAO Governing Council
(MENAFN) South Africa has successfully secured a spot on the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Governing Council for another term, the Department of Transport confirmed on Sunday. ICAO, a United Nations agency, plays a pivotal role...

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...

BASF in South Africa welcomes Wojciech Kulma as new Managing Director
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA, October 2, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- - Assumes role on October 1, 2025 - Brings over 25 years of global BASF leadership across sales, strategy, and transformation in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa - Committed to...

South Africa, US Deepen Trade Relations
(MENAFN) South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasized that his nation's economic relationship with the United States is growing stronger, following a series of discussions held alongside the recent United Nations General Assembly in New...

S. Africa wants to deepen business ties with US
(MENAFN) Following a chain of discussions held on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly last week in NY, South African Leader, Cyril Ramaphosa, announced that his country is strengthening its trade and investment relations with the...

South Africa’s Ambassador to France Dies After Falling from 22nd Floor
(MENAFN) The South African ambassador to France, Nkosinathi Emmanuel Mthethwa, was tragically found dead outside a hotel in Paris on Tuesday, after reportedly falling from the 22nd floor. The discovery followed his disappearance a day earlier,...

China Backs South Africa’s G20 Leadership
(MENAFN) China has voiced its endorsement of South Africa’s G20 presidency as Pretoria prepares to host the summit of the group’s top leaders this November. This event marks the first occasion that the annual meeting will be held on African soil....