Address on the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) 2025/26 Budget Vote, Minister in The Presidency, Ms Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, Cape Town

Honourable House Chairperson,
Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies, 
Honourable Khusela Sangoni,
Deputy Minister in The Presidency, Mr Kenny Morolong,
Members of the Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies.
Representatives of the Boards of MDDA and BrandSA and team GCIS, and
Honourable members

In the Cabinet statement of Thursday, 26 June 2025, an announcement was made with regard to the appointment of eight members to serve on the Board of the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC). 

It has come to the attention of the Cabinet Office that one of the people appointed to the Board of the IDC has a conflict of interest. This matter will be rectified at the next Cabinet meeting.

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,25 June 2025.  

The media briefing will take place as follows:  
Date: Thursday, 26 June 2025
Time: 11h00  
Venue: Imbizo Media Centre, 120 Plein Street, Parliament, Cape Town

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), in partnership with the Justice, Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS) Cluster, will host a community activation in the North West province as part of Youth Month, under the sub-theme 'Promoting Physical and Mental Health by Reducing Risky Behaviours'.

This event coincides with the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, which is observed annually on June 26 to strengthen global action and cooperation towards a world free from drug abuse.

Issues in the environment

1.    Economy

Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) remains one of the most pervasive human rights violations affecting women and children in South Africa. Despite existing legislation and national strategies, including the National Strategic Plan (NSP) on GBVF, victims continue to experience delays in accessing justice, poor service integration, and a lack of trauma-informed support. A collective national response is required to address institutional inefficiencies and restore public confidence.

Minister in The Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, will brief members of the media on the outcomes of the Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday, 11 June 2025.  

The media briefing will take place as follows:  

Date:           Thursday, 12 June 2025
Time:           11h00  
Venue:         Imbizo Media Centre, 120 Plein Street, Parliament, Cape Town

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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.

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.