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South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Dr. Naledi Pandor, will host the BRICS Ministers of Foreign Affairs and International Relations Meeting in Cape Town on June 1, 2023. The meeting aims to enhance diplomatic relationships and encourage cooperation among participating nations, including Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. The midterm meeting provides a platform for Foreign Ministers to engage in discussions on regional and global developments.
In a recent move that reflects South Africa’s openness to investment and trade, Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) has established a presence in the heart of New York City, reiterating its longstanding economic ties with the United States. ### South Africa’s Unique Position Among Emerging Markets
The South African Information Regulator has taken a major step towards increasing transparency and accountability within the country’s political parties. In a recent announcement, the Regulator revealed plans to conduct a series of assessments of political parties’ compliance with the Promotion of Access to Information Act 2, 2000 (PAIA).
Cape Town is taking a proactive stance on improving its infrastructure, with Mayor Geordin HillLewis leading the charge on a comprehensive sewer pipe replacement project. This critical upgrade aims not only to support economic growth but also to create a healthier and more dignified living environment for all residents of the city.
The Infrastructure Built AntiCorruption Forum (IBACF) has made significant strides in curbing corruption and fraud within the construction sector. As a strategic intervention, it aims to safeguard the integrity of the government’s Infrastructure Investment Plan through a proactive approach that focuses on corruption prevention.
Enlit Africa is a highly respected conference and exhibition that recently shone a light on Cape Town, highlighting the city’s focus on innovative energy solutions. Held from May 16th to 18th at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), the event brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including businesses, consultants, developers, and analysts representing various countries. Together, they worked towards contributing to Africa’s vision for a ‘Just Energy Transition’ and addressing South Africa’s energy crisis.
South Africa’s Klein Karoo, known for its rich flora and fauna, is home to the legendary Big Five game: African lion, elephant, leopard, Cape buffalo, and rhinoceros. While these creatures have been associated more with the eastern regions of South Africa, a new addition to the country’s wildlife offerings has emerged in the Klein Karoo – Mont Eco, a private Big Five game reserve.
Mary Ipser, an 83yearold from Belville, South Africa, recently accomplished a remarkable feat. Just 10 months after undergoing brain surgery and spinal fusion, she reached the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, situated at an altitude of 2,430 meters (7,972 feet) above sea level.
South Africa’s power utility sector is facing significant challenges as the winter season approaches. The electricity demand is set to increase, and the threat of higher stages of load shedding looms. ## Julius Malema Calls for Return of Former Eskom Executives
The Cape Town government and Garden Cities have partnered to provide affordable housing for the city’s residents, with the Greenville Phase 4 project in Fisantekraal, Durbanville, being a notable milestone. The project has recently handed over keys to 28 beneficiaries and aims to complete 1,050 homes for qualified residents and their families by the end of 2025.
Dragon Ball Super enthusiasts can rejoice as a new season is in the works, promising to bring back the excitement and anticipation that fans have grown to love. In South Africa, Dragon Ball Z has been a staple of weekday afternoons, with fans rushing home to catch the 17:00 airing on SABC2 in the early 2000s.
Assuming the role of Eskom CEO in January 2020, André de Ruyter soon discovered why it was considered the most challenging job in South Africa. In his newly published book, “Truth to Power: My Three Years Inside Eskom” by Random House Publishers, the former CEO takes readers on a journey through boardrooms and government meetings, unveiling the inner dynamics of the stateowned enterprise.
The recent arrest of three individuals involved in a document forgery syndicate, operating in Johannesburg’s central business district, has brought to light the severity of the issue of document forgery. The suspects were caught redhanded, producing counterfeit documents such as birth and death certificates, university degrees, and fake identity documents.
Are you a South African film student looking for an opportunity to showcase your creativity and potentially win up to R10,000? The “South African Social Issues” competition invites you to create a documentary that highlights the various social issues prevalent in South Africa today.
Suraya Williams, a gifted seamstress from Cape Town, South Africa, transformed her mourning after her mother’s death into an opportunity to inspire and empower young women in her community. In 2018, she founded the Design26 Foundation to provide skills, jobs, and a more positive outlook on life for young women in Mitchell’s Plain, an area with a high youth unemployment rate of 43.4% in South Africa.
The Garden Route area in South Africa has been constantly striving to improve its safety measures. In line with this, Western Cape Premier Alan Winde and Provincial Minister of Police Oversight and Community Safety Reagen Allen recently celebrated the graduation of 40 Peace Officers (PO’s) in the province. This initiative forms a crucial part of the Western Cape Safety Plan (WCSP).
