Government condemns in the strongest terms violence displayed by 3 adults at Matshediso Primary school in Katlehong yesterday, 05 August 2024.  

Carrying of weapons in the presence of minors and educators is totally unacceptable. This behaviour of exposing children to acts of violence by adults who are supposed to be protecting them displays irresponsibility and total disrespect of the  laws of our country.

As part of the Women’s Month celebrations, the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) together with Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) will host a panel discussion themed “30 Years of Women Excellence in Community Media Sector” under the Annual Women in Media and Communication flagship project.  The project aims to advance issues affecting women in the media and community media sector since 2019.

Government congratulates Dr John Kani, South Africa’s veteran actor, director and playwright, for being honoured with the esteemed Order of the British Empire (OBE) by His Majesty King Charles III. Dr Kani’s award for “services to drama” acknowledges his extraordinary contributions to the arts in South Africa and internationally.

Government congratulates Dr Mugwena Maluleke, the General Secretary of the South African Democratic Teachers’ Union (SADTU), on his election as President of Education International at the 10th World Congress. Dr Maluleke's unanimous election to this position is a testament to his unwavering dedication to the field of education, both in South Africa and on the global stage.

The Education International 10th World Congress, which is attended by delegates from education unions and stakeholders from across the globe, is currently underway in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

UNESCO’S 46th World Heritage Committee meeting in India approves SA’s two bids onto the World Heritage list

Government welcomes the 46th World Heritage Committee’s approval of South Africa’s two bids for inclusion on the prestigious World Heritage Listing. The two serial sites are the Human Rights Liberation and Reconciliation: Nelson Mandela Legacy Sites (HRLR:NMLS) and the Emergence of Modern Human Behaviour: The Pleistoscene Occupation Sites of South Africa.

Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) congratulates Ms Nwabisa Makunga who is the current Deputy Chairperson of the South African National Editors Forum on her appointment to the Chairperson of Sanef. 

The appointment of Nwabisa is a demonstration of her ability and capability. 

Speech by the Hon Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, MP, and Minister in The Presidency on the occasion of The Presidency Budget Vote 2024/2025 National Assembly

Madame Speaker
His Excellency, President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa,
The Deputy President, the Honourable Shipokosa Paul Mashatile,
Deputy Ministers in the Presidency, Honourable Kenny Morolong and Nonceba Mhlauli
Honourable Chief Whip, and Honourable Members

In honour of the former President of South Africa and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, South Africa will join the global community in commemorating his legacy on July 18, 2024, Nelson Mandela International Day, also known as Mandela Day.
 

Invitation to a Pre- Cabinet Lekgotla photo opportunity and door-stop by Minister in The Presidency

The Government Communication and Information System informs media members that at the beginning of the Cabinet Lekgotla on 13 July 2024, there will be a photo opportunity with the newly elected executive members, including Premiers.

Additionally, Minister in the Presidency, Ms Khumbudzo Ntshavheni will be available for a brief doorstop interview on the sidelines of the Lekgotla.  

Address on the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) 2024/25 Budget Vote, Minister in the Presidency, Ms Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, 12 July 2024 , Cape Town