A high-level delegation led by Co-Chairs of the eThekwini Presidential Working Group (PeWG) Director-General in the Presidency Phindile Baleni and Mike Mabuyakhulu conducted an inspection yesterday, 13 November, of major service delivery projects underway in the City.

The PeWG delegation visited the Moses Mabhida Stadium, Rivertown Precinct, Phoenix Industrial Park, the uMlazi Canal, and the Southern Aqueduct.

A. Issues in the environment

Minister in The Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, will brief members of the media on the outcomes of the Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday, 12 November 2025.

The media briefing will take place as follows: 

Date:   Thursday, 13 November 2025
Time:    11h00 
Venue:   Imbizo Media Centre, 120 Plein Street, Parliament, Cape Town.

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The Presidential eThekwini Working Group (PeWG) will undertake an inspection in loco on Thursday, 13 November 2025, visiting key sites across the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality.

South Africa will host the G20 Social Summit from 18 to 20 November 2025 at the Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Center in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng Province.

The G20 Social Summit is designed as an inclusive platform to amplify the voices of civil society, grassroots organisations and communities.

South Africa will host the G20 Social Summit from 18 to 20 November 2025 at the Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Center in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng Province.

The G20 Social Summit is designed as an inclusive platform to amplify the voices of civil society, grassroots organisations and communities.

Government welcomes the significant increase of international tourist arrivals recorded between January and September 2025. The latest figures released by the Department of Tourism confirm 7 634 261 million tourist arrivals, reflecting sustained recovery and renewed confidence in South Africa, as a premier global tourism destination.

As global attention turns to the upcoming G20 Summit, the Civil 20 (C20), the official civil society engagement group within the G20 framework, will release its Political Declaration and Communiqué to the G20 leaders. This declaration encapsulates the collective voice, policy positions, and resolutions of civil society organisations worldwide.

Representing over 3,000 civil society organisations from South Africa, across the African continent, and from both the Global South and North, the C20 calls on world leaders to act decisively to build a just and sustainable future.

Government applauds the Proteas Women’s cricket team for their exceptional performance in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup final against India at the Dr DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai today (2 November 2025).

Although the team did not clinch the trophy, the Proteas have made the nation proud through their determination, skill, and fighting spirit. Government conveys heartfelt appreciation to Captain Laura Wolvaardt, Head Coach Mandla Mashimbyi, and the entire technical team for their strong leadership and dedication throughout the tournament.

Government extends its best wishes to the Proteas Women’s cricket team as they prepare to face India in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup final on Sunday, 2 November 2025. The historic match will take place at the Dr DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, India from 11:00AM (CAT).

The nation stands firmly behind the Proteas Women, who have demonstrated remarkable resilience, teamwork, and excellence throughout the tournament. Their journey to the final is a proud moment for South Africa and an inspiration to all young girls and women who aspire to achieve greatness through sport.