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93 SA soldiers on rape, murder charges
The SA National Defence Force has charged 93 soldiers for offences including murder, rape and sexual abuse in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). 14 Jun 2013 10:25
Ministers tackle rhino poaching
Environment Minister Edna Molewa will discuss rhino poaching with Mozambique's Tourism Minister Carvalho Muaria, an official said on Wednesday (12 June). 13 Jun 2013 10:14
Convicted fraudsters named and shamed
The Justice, Crime Prevention and Security Cluster (JCPS) today released a list of all the people who have been convicted of fraud and corruption. 11 Jun 2013 05:13
Government urged to drop carbon tax
[Linda Ensor] Opposition parties on Tuesday (4 June) urged government not to proceed with its proposed carbon tax‚ because of its negative impact on SA's growth rate and the minimal impact it would have on global emissions. 5 Jun 2013 09:58
Peacekeeping force for mines?
The government is considering deploying a peacekeeping force to the mining sector, Labour Minister Mildred Oliphant said on Monday (3 June). 4 Jun 2013 12:31
Respect workers' rights, unions told
[Gabi Khumalo] Labour Minister, Mildred Oliphant has made an earnest appeal to the leadership of unions to address workers in a peaceful manner and refrain from using violent words when addressing them. 4 Jun 2013 10:02
Awaiting trial inmates filling up SA prisons - Ndebele
[Dennis Cruywagen] Out of a total prison population of 152,514, only 107,471 have been sentenced and are serving time, while 45,043 people or 29.5% are detainees on remand, who are clogging up the system. 30 May 2013 10:47
Financial Markets Act to come into effect in June
[Amukelani Chauke] A new law meant to regulate financial markets and curb trading misconduct will come into operation from 3 June. 30 May 2013 06:30
Contingency plans in place for SAPS admin staff march today
As police administrative staff take to the streets today to demand better salary grades, the South African Police Service (SAPS) says there is no need for the public to panic. 29 May 2013 12:39
NPA takes Breytenbach's ruling to court
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) says it will request a court to review the findings of a disciplinary hearing ruling, which was in favour of suspended senior prosecutor, Glynnis Breytenbach. 29 May 2013 12:24
Judgment reserved on airport ad
[Jenni Evans] Judgment has been reserved in an application to get the Airports Company SA (Acsa) to reinstate an advertising campaign against the trade in lion bones. 29 May 2013 12:14
Dlamini urges action on protection of vulnerable children
[Bhekisisa Mncube] Social Development Minister Bathabile Dlamini has urged all South Africans to come together to support National Child Protection Week by wearing a green ribbon, and to report cases of child abuse, neglect and exploitation to social workers and police officers. 28 May 2013 11:07
Troops return to CAR region
Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula confirmed last week that South Africa had deployed troops to countries neighbouring the Central African Republic to assist with the withdrawal of SANDF forces in the CAR. She was speaking to journalists at the Cape Town Press Club. 27 May 2013 09:45
Successful bidders for smart ID cards announced
Home Affairs Minister Naledi Pandor has announced bidders for the smart ID cards, which will be rolled out in July. 27 May 2013 05:24

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