News Bulletin 2018

Deputy President David Mabuza says government will use economic interventions such as the unfolding land reform programme, to achieve true social cohesion during Oral Questions in the National Assembly.

31 August 2018 - Midday News Bulletin

The week long Armed Forces Day celebrations has been showcasing the state-of -the - art skills and machinery to citizens. Over 8 500 troops and hundreds of Defence Forces vehicles and aircrafts has descended on the Western Cape since the 15th of February.

21 February 2019 - Afternoon News Bulletin

The National Assembly has adopted a resolution to dissolve the Fifth Parliament, whose five-year term ends on the 10th May.  This is in line with section 50 of the Constitution, which deals specifically with the “dissolution of National Assembly before the expiry of its term”.  By law, elections cannot be held during the term of office of the current Parliament.  Moloto Mothapo, spokesperson for Parliament explains.

22 February 2019 - Midday News Bulletin

The Department of Communications in collaboration with various stakeholders and other government departments, private companies and members of the creative industry, came together in Bryanston, Johannesburg, to discuss how to leverage on digital platforms for the Fourth Industrial Revolution Creatives.   Communications Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams delivered the keynote address during the session, and explained that the 4IR is not just about technology, but a shift in thinking to enable technology to work for us. #BuildingACapable4IRArmy

22 February 2019 - Afternoon News Bulletin

Earlier today, the Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Advocate Michael Masutha, briefed the media on the Bosasa contracts and other irregular contracts within the Justice and Correctional Services portfolio. #Bosasa

25 February 2019 - Midday News Bulletin

Earlier today, President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered the Future of Work Global Commission’s Report. Held at the Zimbali Fairmont Resort in Durban, the report is an initiative of the International Labour Organisation which seeks to understand and respond to changes in the workplace. President Ramaphosa said the gathering today offers occasion to mark many milestones, such as the ILO centenary, amongst others. #FutureofWork #MoreDecentJobs

01 March 2019 -Midday News Bulletin

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