South Africa and Mozambique Ministers to Tour Lebombo Port for Bilateral Talks

South Africa and Mozambique Ministers to Tour Lebombo Port for Bilateral Talks

Ministers from South Africa and Mozambique will today tour the Lebombo port of entry in Mpumalanga as part of their bilateral talks. The port is severely disrupted by Mozambique’s post-election violence, which led to its temporary closure last week, leaving freight trucks stranded in long queues for several days. International Relations and Cooperation ministry spokesperson Chrispin Phiri says the tour aims to boost cooperation on security, trade, and border […]

December 18, 2024 9

South Africa

S.A President Cyril Ramaphosa has committed to expand rural infrastructure

S.A President Cyril Ramaphosa has committed to expand rural infrastructure with the construction of 288 new bridges by 2026 as part of the Welisizwe rural bridges programme. In his keynote address at the launch of the programme in KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga, Ramaphosa says with a budget of 3.8-billion-rand, the bridges will use locally sourced materials, boosting the economy:

December 12, 2024 9

South Africa

South Africa’s President calls for unified efforts to boost the economy

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa called for unified efforts across all levels of government to boost the economy. In his address to Mpumalanga's provincial executive, he emphasised the importance of cooperation, collaboration, and effective planning to drive inclusive economic growth. Ramaphosa says aligning strategies and collaborating will promote inclusive growth, create jobs, and ensure economic benefits reach all South Africans:

December 11, 2024 14

South Africa

In S.A, 150 Illegal Miners Trapped in Abandoned Sabie Mine

To South Africa, where around 150 illegal miners are trapped inside an abandoned mine in Sabie, Mpumalanga, with three reported dead and six already rescued. The situation was discovered when four suspected miners fleeing the scene alerted security personnel. Police spokesperson Donald Mdhluli says the miners, reportedly forced to work under dangerous conditions, have raised concerns that those running the operation may be armed:

December 5, 2024 13

South Africa

SA Hawks confirm fatal Emalahleni shootout

Five alleged ATM bombers were fatally shot by police in Emalahleni, Mpumalanga, earlier today, with one other suspect sustaining injuries. Police spokesperson Katlego Mogale reported that a multi-disciplinary team was strategically stationed in Schoongezicht to monitor a white Toyota Hilux. When the targeted vehicle was seen leaving the area and officers attempted to intercept it, the suspects opened fire, resulting in a shootout.

December 2, 2024 30

South Africa

DA Requests Update on Wilge Complex Investigation in South Africa

In S.A, The DA says it has written to the Special Investigating Unit on its investigation into the 840-million-rand Wilge Residential Complex near Kusile Power Station in Mpumalanga, left abandoned and in ruin by Eskom. The party’s Kevin Mileham says the DA have requested an update on the progress of the investigation, as it is indication of how serious and brazen Eskom’s waste of money at Wilge has been […]

November 18, 2024 24

South Africa

South Africa’s Lebombo Border Reopens for Cargo Amid Ongoing Safety Concerns on N4 Corridor

In South Africa, the Lebombo border post in Mpumalanga has reopened for cargo transit after protests in Mozambique forced a temporary closure. Mozambican authorities are regulating truck numbers, while cross-border facilitators urge drivers on the N4 Maputo Corridor to proceed cautiously. Border Management Authority commissioner Michael Masiapato says safety concerns remain despite the reopening:

November 15, 2024 18

Africa

South Africa supports political stability in Mozambique

S.A's International Relations and Cooperation minister, Ronald Lamola, says government is committed to supporting political stability in Mozambique. He welcomed the return of normalcy at Mpumalanga’s Lebombo border amid ongoing protests in the neighbouring country. Briefing the media, Lamola highlighted the importance of validating election results transparently.

November 13, 2024 19

Oshiwambo

Ronald Lamola okuna omukumo kutya engungumano otali galukile mo Mozambique

Ominista yiipambele yopashigwana nomalongelokumwe gopashigwana mo South Africa Ronald Lamola okwati okuna omukumo kutya oshigongi sho SADC oshiwike shika otashi ka vula oku potokonona omakuyunguto mo Mozambique. Shika osha landula sho oompilameno dha tindi iizemo yomahogololo ga ningwwa mo 9 October. Omuulikwa gongundu yili koshipundi o Frelimo Daniel Chapo okwa sindana noo % 70. Lamola tati omahololomadhiladhilo otaga gumu eliko lya Mozambique nolya South Africa. Ta popitha iikundaneki mo Pretoria,Lamola […]

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