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.
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, 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
The government notes the decrease in employment in Q1 of 2025 compared to in Q4 of 2024 as per Stats SA’s latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) results released today (13 May 2025).
On behalf of The Presidency and Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Kenny Morolong, expresses his deepest condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of the late journalist Aserie Ndlovu and his partner, Zodwa Mdhluli.
According to information provided by the South African Police Service (SAPS), the Police have discovered two lifeless bodies believed to be that of Mr. Ndlovu and Ms. Mdhluli. The couple has been missing since 18 February 2025.
