Government provides update on the 2025/26 Budget process

Government welcomes Parliament’s Standing Committee on Finance approval of the fiscal framework and revenue proposals that underpin the 2025 Budget. This ultimately enables the work of government to continue unabated. The South African government remains committed to a transparent and accountable budget process that aligns spending with national priorities, addresses socio-economic challenges, and ensures fiscal sustainability.

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Government condemns Riverlea shootout

Government strongly condemns the shootout between illegal miners and the South African Police Service (SAPS) in Riverlea, Johannesburg, which has claimed at least one life. A 59-year-old man was killed after he was allegedly caught in the crossfire as police exchanged gunfire with three suspects. Government extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased. 

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Government condemns violence at WSU Mthatha Campus

Government strongly condemns the violent scenes unfolding at the Walter Sisulu University (WSU) Nelson Mandela Drive campus in Mthatha, Eastern Cape. This follows protests by students against the release on bail of the acting residence manager, Mr Manelisi Mampana, who is facing charges relating to the fatal shooting of a student during an earlier protest.

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Collection of media accreditation for the Special Official Funeral of the late Ma Gertrude Shope

Members of the media who have successfully applied for accreditation to cover the Special Official Funeral service of the late Ma Gertrude Shope, are requested to collect their accreditation cards as follows:
Day 1:
Date: Friday, 30 May 2025
Time:15h00-18h00
Venue: Johannesburg City Hall

Day 2:
Date: Saturday, 31 May 2025
Time: 07h00-08h00
Venue: Johannesburg City Hall

NB: Members of the media are advised to bring along their ID’s, Driver’s license, passports, press cards or letter from the editor when collecting the accreditation cards.    

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Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni briefs media on outcomes of Cabinet meeting: 29 May

Minister in The Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, will brief members of the media on the outcomes of the Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday, 28 May 2025.  

The media briefing will take place as follows:  
Date:           Thursday, 29 May 2025
Time:           11h00  
Venue:         Imbizo Media Centre, 120 Plein Street, Parliament, Cape Town

Live Streaming details:

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Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni briefs media on outcomes of the Cabinet Meeting held on 14 May 2025: 15 May

Minister in The Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, will brief members of the media on the outcomes of the Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday, 14 May 2025.  

The media briefing will take place as follows: 
Date: Thursday, 15 May 2025
Time: 10h00  
Venue: Ronnie Mamoepa Press Room, 1035 Frances Baard Street, Hatfield in Pretoria

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