South Africa’s relentless fight against rhino poaching in the Kruger National Park and other national parks saw a slight decline in poaching numbers across the country. Last year, 124 rhino were poached at the South African National Parks (SANParks) compared to 209 in 2021. This represents a 40% decrease compared with those killed for their horn … [Read more...] about SA records slight decline in rhino poaching
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SONA 2023 to reflect on progress made
President Cyril Ramaphosa is due to deliver the 2023 State of the Nation Address (SONA) before a joint sitting of the National Assembly and National Council of Provinces on Thursday.The annual SONA which is traditionally delivered by the President before a joint sitting of the National Assembly (NA) and the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), sets out government’s key policy … [Read more...] about SONA 2023 to reflect on progress made
Cape Town City Hall declared Parliamentary precinct ahead of SONA
The Cape Town City Hall has been temporarily declared a Parliamentary precinct to facilitate the hosting of the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday, 9 February, and the Budget Speech on Wednesday, 22 February 2023.President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Thursday deliver the State of the Nation Address at the Cape Town City Hall. The address, which is scheduled to start at … [Read more...] about Cape Town City Hall declared Parliamentary precinct ahead of SONA
Grammy Award winners beacon of hope to SA youth
KwaZulu-Natal Premier, Nomusa Dube-Ncube, says musicians Zakes Bantwini and Nomcebo Zikode are a beacon of hope and an inspiration to many young people in townships and rural areas.The Premier made the remarks after musician, producer and DJ, Zakes Bantwini, singer-songwriter Nomcebo Zikode and producer Wouter Kellerman bagged the award for ‘Best Global Music Performance’ … [Read more...] about Grammy Award winners beacon of hope to SA youth
Freight bottlenecks, geopolitical conflicts hampering mining sectors
Mineral Resources and Energy Minister, Gwede Mantashe, says the country has to urgently prioritise the resolution of challenges facing freight and railways operations if the mining industry is to capitalise on the current minerals boom.The Minister made the call while delivering the opening address at the 2023 Investing in Africa Mining Indaba in Cape Town on Monday. Addressing … [Read more...] about Freight bottlenecks, geopolitical conflicts hampering mining sectors
