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

Live Streaming details:

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. 

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.

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.    

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, 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:

Government deeply regrets the tragic loss of lives during a violent housing protest in Soweto on Monday, 20 May 2025. Two people lost their lives when angry Diepkloof residents blocked roads, looted trucks, and clashed with police, citing the City of Johannesburg’s failure to develop vacant land.