Press Release

Jul 27, 2026 | Press Releases Technology and Innovation

Charting The Way Towards A Digital Future

Government’s digitisation efforts across the public service continues to gain momentum, with the Department of Home Affairs having launched Phase II of its highly successful Trusted Employer Scheme (TES). Monday’s launch is a step in modernising...

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Jul 27, 2026 | ReSource Sustainability Hero Waste

IWMSA Western Cape Branch Celebrates 50 Years

On 21 May 2026, the IWMSA Western Cape Branch marked the significant milestone, 50 years of the Institute being in existence. The evening brought together about 50 members, past and present, for a cocktail celebration that was both a reunion and a...

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Jul 24, 2026 | Governance Press Releases South Africa Water

President Ramaphosa Releases The National Water Action Plan

President Cyril Ramaphosa, on Thursday 23 July 2026, released the National Water Action Plan following a meeting of the National Water Crisis Committee (WATERCOM) at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. The National Water Action Plan (NWAP) sets out a...

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Jul 23, 2026 | City of Johannesburg Press Releases Water

Johannesburg Water Accelerates Smart Technology Rollout To Reduce Water Losses

As part of its commitment to improving water security and enhancing operational efficiency, Johannesburg Water is leveraging smart technology and innovative infrastructure to build a more resilient and sustainable water supply network. These smart...

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Jul 22, 2026 | Climate Change Press Releases South Africa Sustainability

Climate Blind, Weakly Regulated And Costly: SANPC Bill Is Not In Public Interest

The Green Connection recently submitted written comments to Parliament calling for the South African National Petroleum Company (SANPC) Bill to be withdrawn. The eco-justice organisation warns that the proposed legislation could deepen South...

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Jul 21, 2026 | Economics Press Releases South Africa

South Africa And World Bank Sign US $1.5 Billion Development Policy Loan Agreement To Support Infrastructure Modernisation And Job Creation

The Government of South Africa and the World Bank have signed a US$1.5 billion Development Policy Loan Agreement aimed at supporting South Africa’s efforts to achieve inclusive growth by tackling infrastructure constraints, the primary barrier to...

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Jul 21, 2026 | Press Releases South Africa Water

No Community Too Remote For Clean Water, Says Deputy President

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has reiterated that access to clean water is a constitutional right and remains central to government’s efforts to improve the lives of rural communities. “Water is a fundamental human right enshrined in...

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Jul 21, 2026 | Economics Press Releases South Africa Water

Expanding Access To Water Is Central To Mandela’s Legacy – President

President Cyril Ramaphosa says government is accelerating efforts to expand access to safe and reliable water to underserved communities as part of honouring the legacy of former President Nelson Mandela. In his weekly newsletter on Monday...

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Jul 21, 2026 | Economics Press Releases

Special Economic Zones Attract R14.8 Billion In Revenue

Deputy President Paul Mashatile says South Africa’s Special Economic Zones (SEZ) programme has attracted R14.8 billion in revenue and created more than 30 000 jobs across sectors, including automotive manufacturing, agro-processing and renewable...

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