South Africa is mourning the death of King Makhosonke II, Enock Makhosonke Mabhena – the reigning monarch of the amaNdebele Nation, who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 65 after four decades on the throne. President Cyril Ramaphosa led tributes to the respected traditional leader, describing him as a pillar of national unity and a champion of development whose legacy would endure beyond his years of service to his people. In a statement issued by the Presidency on…

Anti-immigration activists and opposition parties have given President Cyril Ramaphosa’s long-awaited migration intervention a lukewarm reception, arguing that the government’s latest promises are unlikely to resolve what they describe as a worsening illegal immigration crisis. Ramaphosa addressed the nation on Sunday evening, acknowledging widespread public concerns over illegal immigration, border security, pressure on public services and the employment of undocumented foreign nationals. He unveiled a comprehensive government strategy that includes tougher border controls, increased deportations, stricter penalties for employers hiring…

President Cyril Ramaphosa has authorised a wide-ranging investigation into alleged maladministration and possible unlawful conduct involving training contracts awarded by the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) and the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF), with investigators also mandated to recover any financial losses suffered by the State. The investigation will be conducted by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) following the signing of Proclamation 316 of 2026, which grants the anti-corruption body authority to probe the procurement and contracting of training services…

President Cyril Ramaphosa will host Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto on a State Visit to South Africa on Thursday, 4 June 2026, as the two countries seek to deepen political, economic and strategic cooperation. The visit, which will take place at the Union Buildings in Tshwane, is expected to reinforce the long-standing relationship between South Africa and Kenya, two of Africa’s most influential economies. According to Presidential Spokesperson Vincent Magwenya, the State Visit reflects the growing importance of the partnership…

South Africa’s most celebrated wildlife sanctuary is marking a historic milestone this weekend as President Cyril Ramaphosa leads the official launch of the Kruger National Park Centenary Commemoration, celebrating 100 years since the park’s formal proclamation in 1926. The centenary celebrations, taking place under the theme “Our Heritage, Our Future,” culminate on Saturday evening at Skukuza Rest Camp, where Ramaphosa is expected to reflect on a century of conservation achievements and outline a vision for the future of one of…

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa used the sixth session of the South Africa-Botswana Bi-National Commission in Gaborone to reaffirm the deep historical ties between the two neighbouring countries while laying out an ambitious agenda centred on trade, energy, infrastructure, migration and regional security. Addressing Botswana President Duma Gideon Boko, ministers and senior officials on Thursday, Ramaphosa described Botswana as “home among our Brothers and Sisters”, invoking the long-standing solidarity between the two nations dating back to the anti-apartheid struggle. The…

The African Transformation Movement (ATM) has formally nominated its parliamentary leader, Vuyo Zungula, to participate in all proceedings relating to the Section 89 impeachment inquiry into President Cyril Ramaphosa over the controversial Phala Phala scandal. In a letter addressed to National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza on Thursday, ATM Chief Whip Thandiswa Marawu said the party believed Parliament had a constitutional duty to handle the impeachment process “without fear, favour or political expediency”. The party argued that allegations surrounding the Phala…

President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed South Africa’s commitment to strengthening economic and diplomatic ties with Botswana, describing the neighbouring country as a trusted friend, partner and family member bound to South Africa by history, geography and shared struggles. Ramaphosa was delivering remarks during a State Banquet hosted in his honour by Botswana President Duma Gideon Boko in Gaborone on Wednesday evening as part of his historic State Visit to Botswana. Addressing dignitaries, ministers and guests, Ramaphosa said the visit represented…

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for urgent continental unity and stronger public health responses following new Ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, warning that the risk of regional spread is growing amid high population movement and insecurity in the region. In a statement issued from Pretoria and Addis Ababa on Sunday, Ramaphosa, speaking in his capacity as African Union Champion on Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response, praised both governments for their rapid detection and declaration…

President Cyril Ramaphosa has fired Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe in a dramatic Cabinet shake-up that follows weeks of mounting political pressure and controversy surrounding allegations linked to luxury vehicle donations and governance concerns within the department. The Presidency announced on Thursday that Tolashe had been removed from office in terms of Section 91(2) of the Constitution. Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has been appointed as acting Minister of Social Development pending…