President Cyril Ramaphosa has undertaken an official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from 12-13 January to participate in the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ASDW). The ADSW brings together the Heads of State and Government, the private sector leaders and civil society to promote multi-stakeholder collaboration, drive large-scale systemic change, and shape the next era of global sustainability. “South Africa maintains cordial bilateral relations with the UAE, characterised by regular high-level visits as well as robust economic cooperation, for…

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has cautioned that a low-pressure system currently located over the southern parts of Mozambique is expected to significantly influence weather conditions over north-eastern South Africa over the coming days. According to the SAWS, current weather forecasts indicate that the Lowveld of Mpumalanga, the Limpopo Valley, and most eastern parts of Limpopo are likely to experience widespread and persistent rain and thunderstorms, up to at least Wednesday, or even beyond. “For these regions, significant rainfall…

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has committed to supporting efforts to regulate artisanal mining in South Africa, citing the growing impact of illegal mining on local communities. International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola made the remarks while delivering a keynote address during a community dialogue on the 2026 Foreign Policy Outlook at the Rustenburg Civic Centre in the North West province. Lamola said DIRCO’s position is informed by persistent illegal mining activities that continue to plague…