Government congratulates Banyana Banyana on their WAFCON 2026 victory

Government congratulates Banyana Banyana on their outstanding victory over Burkina Faso in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026, a remarkable achievement that once again affirms South Africa's place among the continent's footballing giants.
 
The team represented South Africa with dignity and pride. Throughout the tournament, the team displayed discipline and fighting spirit that have become synonymous with South African sport. 
 
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Deputy Minister Kenny Morolong launches Milestones of Freedom Campaign at UMfolozi TVET College: 6 Aug

Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Mr Kenny Morolong, together with provincial and local leadership, will on 6 August 2026 lead the launch of the Milestones of Freedom Campaign at UMfolozi TVET College in the iLembe District Municipality, KwaDukuza.
 
Members of the media are invited to cover the event as per the programme below:
 
Part 1: 09h30 – Groutville United Congregational Church of Southern Africa
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Deputy Minister Morolong leads engagement with KwaZulu-Natal Executive Council to strengthen government communication and nation branding: 5 Aug

The Deputy Minister in The Presidency, Kenny Morolong, will lead a delegation from the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), the Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA), and Brand South Africa (Brand SA), during an engagement with the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Executive Council on the coordination of government communication, nation branding, and community media support in the province.
 
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Beyond the Afrophobia accusations

Recent negative commentary and misleading media narratives emerging from parts of West Africa, particularly in relation to concerns raised in sections of Nigeria and Ghana, have portrayed South Africa as a country defined by xenophobia or “Afrophobia”. Some have gone further, suggesting South Africa is increasingly isolated from the rest of the continent and has turned its back on the ideals of Pan-Africanism and African solidarity.

These claims are false and fail to reflect the broader reality of South Africa’s relationship with the continent.

Statement of the Inter-Ministerial Committee on the progress made in implementing the Five-Point Plan on Migration Management

Good day.

IEC has announced next weekend for Open Voter Registration, let me take this opportunity to remind all South Africans who are unregistered especially young people to take up the opportunity and register to vote on 1st to 2nd August 2026.

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