Deputy President Paul Mashatile gave a talk about South Africa’s commitment to peaceful dispute resolution, economic objectives, and strategies to tackle current issues. He emphasized the importance of global partnerships and engaging beyond existing arrangements without undermining them. Mashatile acknowledged concerns surrounding energy availability, freight logistics, and visa regulation and detailed plans to address these issues. The government’s receptiveness to partnerships and peopleoriented policies underline its resolve to bolster its global standing and make it an attractive destination for investors.
The Enchantment of Partnership: Presenting the Finalists of the 26th Annual Basa Awards
The 26th Annual Basa Awards celebrates the power of collaboration between business and the arts, showcasing exceptional partnerships that rejuvenate communities, spark creativity, and address urgent social and economic issues. The awards honor the transformative collaborations between business and the arts that promote artistic expression, cultural diversity, and shared values in South Africa. The finalists represent a diverse array of partnerships, highlighting the importance of inkind support, innovation, corporate social investment, and longterm commitment in driving the success of artistic projects.
The North West Department of Public Works and Roads has announced that they will be hosting a twoday Provincial Summit on the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) on June 22 and 23, 2023. The goal of this gathering, which will take place a few months before the start of Phase 5 of the Programme, is to encourage collaborations and partnerships for successful implementation.
South Africa’s Energy Action Plan has received significant attention in recent times as the country seeks to address its chronic energy shortage issues and promote a sustainable and reliable energy sector. On June 9th, 2023, Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, the Minister of Electricity, held a virtual media briefing to provide updates on the plan’s progress and implementation. The event attracted a strong turnout from the media and showcased the Minister’s commitment to keeping all stakeholders informed.
President Cyril Ramaphosa and Russian President Vladimir Putin recently had a telephone conversation, where they discussed various upcoming engagements and initiatives. The African Leaders Peace Mission to Ukraine and Russia and the RussiaAfrica Summit were the main topics of discussion.