JOHANNESBURG: Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister, David Mahlobo, has called for enhanced collaboration between government, the private sector and civil society to use technological innovations to help tackle the sanitation-related challenges experienced in parts of the country. Mahlobo made the call at the Next Generation Water-Efficient Sanitation Technologies Investment Summit

Pretoria: The government has reiterated its call for all citizens to play their part in saving water, as the country’s water resources are under severe pressure. This appeal comes amid growing concerns over the sustainability of water supply in the region, impacting essential services and daily life. According to South

Pretoria: Eskom has reached a new milestone having recorded its longest stretch of not implementing load shedding in five years. South Africa has not experienced planned rolling blackouts since 26 March this year. Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, told a media briefing that this is an indication

Johannesburg: The government has unveiled a new standard draft by-law aimed at fostering economic growth within township economies by simplifying the permitting and registration process for spaza shops. This initiative is designed to create an enabling environment that supports economic inclusion, job creation, and community empowerment. According to South African

Pretoria: As township and rural entrepreneurs nationwide work towards regulatory compliance for operating spaza shops, the opportunity for government funding is now within reach. By securing a valid trading permit, these entrepreneurs can apply for financial assistance through initiatives such as the Township and Rural Entrepreneurship Programme (TREP) and the

Johannesburg: With the deadline for rural and township spaza shop owners and vendors to register their businesses approaching, the South African government has provided a comprehensive guide to help entrepreneurs navigate the process of applying for a traders’ permit. Last week, President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasized the need for all spaza