The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda continues to develop, with health authorities maintaining heightened surveillance as transmission persists in parts of Central Africa. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has classified the outbreak as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, citing the risk of further regional spread due to
The government of Malawi has launched a voluntary repatriation programme for its citizens in South Africa following reports of safety concerns linked to vigilante activity and anti-immigrant demonstrations in some areas. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation says it has been monitoring the situation closely, citing incidents of harassment, violence and growing tensions
President Cyril Ramaphosa told Parliament that South Africa’s Constitution remains the foundation of democracy. Speaking during the Presidency Budget Vote in the National Assembly in Cape Town today, he said government is intensifying reforms to drive growth, improve service delivery and strengthen the state. He said the Presidency serves as the strategic centre of government,