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President Cyril Ramaphosa launches G20 experts taskforce led by Joseph Stiglitz
South African Government
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August 29, 2025
President Cyril Ramaphosa launches historic G20 experts taskforce led by Joseph Stiglitz to combat extreme wealth inequality Thursday, 28 August 2025 The G20 Presidency of South Africa today launched a new “Extraordinary Committee of Independent...
President Cyril Ramaphosa arrives in Harare to participate in the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show
South African Government
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August 29, 2025
President Cyril Ramaphosa has today 29 August 2025 arrived in Harare, Zimbabwe, at the invitation of His Excellency Dr Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, for a working visit to Zimbabwe and to participate, as a...
Growing US Demand for South African Collections & Recoveries Expertise
EIN Presswire
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August 29, 2025
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA, August 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As US companies face mounting pressure to optimize debt recovery operations while maintaining compliance and cost-effectiveness, many are discovering the compelling advantages of...
Deputy President Paul Mashatile: Launch of the Just Energy Transition Skills Desk, Advisory Forum and Multi-Door Initiative
South African Government
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August 29, 2025
Programme Director; Minister of Small Business and Development, Mrs Stella Ndabeni; Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr Nomusa Dube-Ncube; Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr Mimmy Gondwe; MEC Jacob Mamabolo, MEC...
Minister Dean Macpherson mourns passing of EWN Associate Editor for Politics and iconic Journalist, Tshidi Madia
South African Government
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August 28, 2025
Public Works & Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has expressed profound sadness at the passing of EWN Associate Editor for Politics, Tshidi Madia. He described her as one of South Africa’s most talented, iconic and respected journalists,...
Government Communications honours life and legacy of Tshidi Madia
South African Government
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August 28, 2025
It is with profound sadness that government has learned about the passing of Tshidi Madia, an esteemed journalist whose voice contributed immensely to South Africa’s democratic discourse. Tshidi was more than a journalist; she was a beacon of...
Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga and Deputy Minister Steve Letsike send condolences to Madia family
South African Government
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August 28, 2025
Pretoria: The Ministry in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities is shocked by the sudden passing of the renowned political journalist Tshidi Madia today, 27 August 2025, known for her work with Prime Media (EWN...
Minister Blade Nzimande receives an honour from University of Zululand
South African Government
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August 28, 2025
The University of Zululand honours Minister Blade Nzimande On Tuesday, 26 August 2025, the University of Zululand hosted a historic ceremony which saw the unveiling and naming of three world class buildings. These include a newly constructed...
Minister Angie Motshekga delivers keynote address at South African Women in Defence celebration event, 28 Aug
South African Government
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August 28, 2025
The Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Ms Angie Motshekga, will deliver the keynote address at the South African Women in Defence (SAWID) Women’s Celebration Event on Thursday, 28 August 2025 in Centurion, under the theme: “Breaking...
Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina: The Role of Science Diplomacy in Women's Empowerment: The South African-Tunisian Experience”
South African Government
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August 28, 2025
H.E. Ms. Karima Bardaoui, Ambassador of Tunisia to South Africa Dr Barbara Glover, AUDA-NEPAD representative. Ms. Nthabiseng Sepanya-Mogale, Chairperson of the Commission for Gender Equality. Dr Ndumiso Cingo, Chairperson of the Steering Committee...
EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: Migration commissioner discusses co-operation with Guinean minister ― EU to provide €500 million to Jordan ― Increased violence against Syrians in Lebanon ― Libyan Coast Guard attacks NGO rescue vessel ― More deaths of people on t…
European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE)
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August 28, 2025
European Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration Magnus Brunner has discussed strengthening co-operation on migration with Guinean Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, African Integration and Guineans Abroad Morissanda...
International Relations on South Africa’s foreign policy engagements and diplomatic achievements
South African Government
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August 28, 2025
Tribute to Ambassador Mahlangu We would like to take this opportunity to pay tribute the late Ambassador Mahlangu who was serving as South Africa’s High Commissioner to Kenya. The Late Ambassador Mahlangu was also accredited to Somalia. He was...
Biptap Expands to Africa with Central African Republic Deal
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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August 28, 2025
Dubai, UAE , Aug. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Biptap expands to Africa with a landmark partnership in the Central African Republic, marking a major step toward redefining financial access across the continent. The deal, signed between Biptap CEO...
ATLANTIC ROUTE and SPAIN: Reception centres in Ceuta ‘overwhelmed’ ― NGO accuses Mauritanian authorities of rights violations ― First transfer of unaccompanied minors from Canary Islands ― Canary Islands government repeats request for additional Fronte…
European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE)
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August 28, 2025
Authorities in Ceuta have warned that reception centres in the enclave are ‘overwhelmed’ following high numbers of arrivals. An NGO has accused authorities in Mauritania of abusing people on the move in the country. The transfer of unaccompanied...
Trident's DRC Pass Digital Identity System Recognized at Africa Singapore Business Forum as Model for International Collaboration
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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August 28, 2025
SINGAPORE, Aug. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trident Digital Tech Holdings Ltd. (“Trident” or the “Company,” NASDAQ: TDTH), a Singapore-based catalyst for digital transformation and Web 3.0 activation, was prominently featured during the Africa...
Gastech 2025 to Welcome Global Ministers and Energy CEOs as World Faces Rising Demand and Transition Challenges
EIN Presswire
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August 28, 2025
MILAN, ITALY, August 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- • Global ministers and policymakers unite — 22 ministers from across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East are confirmed, including U.S. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum and U.S. Secretary...
South Africa Says Uncertainty Surrounds U.S. Tariff Talks
MENAFN
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August 28, 2025
(MENAFN) As negotiations persist over the 30% U.S. import tariffs on South African products, South Africa’s Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola cautioned Wednesday that despite hopeful signals from the government, the final outcome remains uncertain....
Unilever, UK Government & EY back 5 East African enterprises with KSh 85.6M to scale local innovation for global impact
EIN Presswire
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August 28, 2025
KENYA, August 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- TRANSFORM, an impact accelerator led by Unilever, the UK Government, and EY, has today announced KSh 85.6 million in grant funding to support five pioneering East African enterprises based in Kenya,...
Minister Patricia de Lille hosts G20 Tourism Ministers’ Meeting in Mpumalanga, 12 Sept
South African Government
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August 27, 2025
On Friday, 12 September 2025, the Minister of Tourism in the Republic of South Africa, Ms. Patricia de Lille, will host the G20 Tourism Ministers’ Meeting in the Mpumalanga province. The event will bring Tourism Minister’s together to finalise the...
Africa Develops Emergency Plan to Combat Cholera Crisis
MENAFN
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August 27, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, Africa introduced a comprehensive cholera emergency preparedness and response strategy set to run from September 2025 through February 2026. The initiative, developed by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention...