Is this you? As a journalist, you can create a free Muck Rack account to customize your profile, list your contact preferences, and upload a portfolio of your best work.
Claim your profile
Articles by Frontline Officials
South Africa: MEC Albert Fritz Condemns Children's Amendment Bill
press release On 25 February 2019, the South African Government Gazette listed the National Department of Social Development's notice of intention to introduce the Children's Amendment Bill of 2019 into the National Assembly and National Council of Provinces. The Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Albert Fritz, has condemned the notice of intention to introduce the Children's Amendment Bill.
Africa: South Africa Signs Treaty On Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons
press release South Africa will join a growing number of states in submitting its Instrument of Ratification of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) to the United Nations (UN) in New York. The historic Treaty was adopted by a vote of 122 States in favour at the UN on 07 July 2017. On 20 September 2017, the Secretary-General of the UN Treaty opened the treaty for signatures.
South Africa: National Treasury On Fraudulent E-Mails
press release The New Development Bank (NDB) wishes to alert its counterparts and the general public about fraudulent e-mails with money transfer requests that are using the name of the Bank. The NDB does not send out unsolicited e-mails or other messages asking people to open a personal bank account, transfer money or provide personal information.
South Africa: Labour Announces Successful Relocation of Its Datacentre to Midrand
press release The Department of Labour proudly announces the successful relocation of its datacentre to a Tier 4 facility in Midrand. The relocation was undertaken from the evening of Wednesday 20 February 2019 to Sunday 24 February 2019. The project was successfully completed within the scheduled timeframe. A number of incidents have emerged during the relocation. However, the Department's ICT anticipated this and addressed each issue promptly.
South Africa: Minister Michael Masutha - Bosasa Contracts Within the Justice and Correctional Services Portfolio
press release Statement by the Ministry of Justice and Correctional Services presented by Minister Adv.
South Africa: President Cyril Ramaphosa Pays Tribute to Dorothy Masuka
press release President Cyril Ramaphosa says the passing away of jazz performer, composer and recipient of the National Order of Ikhamanga, Mama Dorothy Masuka at the age of 83, is a significant loss to the cultural heritage of South Africa and the continent. Dorothy Masuka passed away on Saturday 23 February 2019 after more than 50 years of being feted globally as an artist whose performances also directed the spotlight at the injustices of apartheid.
South Africa: President Cyril Ramaphosa Appoints Special Investigations Unit Tribunal
press release President Cyril Ramaphosa has, in terms of Section (2)(1) of the Special Investigating Units and Special Tribunals Act 74 of 1996, established a Special Tribunal. The establishment of this Special Tribunal is occasioned by the need to fast-track the finalisation of matters that the SIU refers for civil litigation following conclusion of their investigations.
South Africa: Full 2019 Budget Speech by Minister of Finance Tito Mboweni
Photo: @tito_mboweni/Twitter South Africa's national treasury team working on the budget speech on February 17, 2019. document Madam Speaker Mr President Mr Deputy President Cabinet Colleagues Governor of the South African Reserve Bank Honourable Members MECs of Finance Fellow South Africans Goeie middag Sanibonani Molweni Avhusheni On October 9, 2018, I stood before Judge Babalwa Mantame and took an Oath of Office.
South Africa: Premier Job Mokgoro - State of the Province Address
press release State of the Province Address delivered by North West Premier Prof Tebogo Job Mokgoro, at the opening of the North West Provincial Legislature convened on Friday, 15 February 2019 in Mahikeng The Speaker of the North West Provincial Legislature, Hon Suzan Dantjie The Deputy Speaker of the North West Provincial Legislature, Hon Jane Manganye The Judge President of the North West Division of the High Court, Judge Monica Leeuw The members and representatives of the Inter...
South Africa: Premier Stanley Mathabatha Delivers Limpopo State of the Province Address, 22 Feb
press release The Premier to deliver SOPA as fifth Legislature term nears its end The Speakership of Limpopo Legislature led by Speaker Hon. Polly Boshielo and Deputy Speaker Hon. Lehlogonolo Masoga will preside over a sitting of the official opening of the Legislature during which the Premier of Limpopo Province Hon. Chupu Stanley Mathabatha will deliver the last State of the Province Address (SoPA) in the Fifth Legislature term.
Africa: Science and Technology Hosts Scifest Africa Festival, 6 to 12 Mar
press release This year marks the 23rd anniversary of Africa's largest science festival, Scifest Africa. The science extravaganza will be held from 6 to 12 March 2019 in Makhanda (Grahamstown) in the Eastern Cape. Scifest Africa is one of the Department of Science and Technology's key science engagement platforms. The 2019 festival programme offers exhibitions, workshops, lecturers and science talks, with researchers from South Africa and abroad sharing their wealth of knowledge.
South Africa: President Cyril Ramaphosa Visits State Security Agency
press release President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on the State Security Agency (SSA) to recommit itself to serving the people of South Africa and adhering to the rule of law in support of the country's trajectory of renewal and growth. President Ramaphosa made this appeal to members and management of the intelligence services during a visit to the SSA in Pretoria today, Friday 15 February 2019.
South Africa: Gauteng Legislature Signs Memorandum of Understanding With Public Protector
press release Promoting active and responsible citizenry through public participation; holding the Executive accountable; ensuring cooperative governance; and making laws are the core mandates of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature. In an effort to maximise the effectiveness of these mandates, Speaker of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature Honourable Ntombi Mekgwe will be signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Public Protector of South Africa Adv Busisiwe Mkhwebana.
South Africa: MEC Sihle Zikalala - Debate On State of the Nation Address
press release Speech by KZN MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs, Sihle Zikalala during the SONA debate, Parliament, 13 February 2019. Honourable Speaker, His Excellency, President of the Republic of South Africa, Mr. Cyril Ramaphosa, His Excellency and Leader of Government Business, Deputy President David Mabuza, Honourable Members, Let us value our achievements - today, SA is a better country South Africa is indisputably far better than it was before 1994.
South Africa: Brand South Africa Hosts South Africa - Hong Kong Business Breakfast
press release Today, Brand South Africa and the South African Consulate in Hong Kong, hosted a business breakfast to enhance the country's Nation Brand reputation through positioning South Africa as an attractive investment destination.
South Africa: Parliament Engages With Sugar Industry
press release Trade and Industry committee continuously engages with sugar sector Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Trade and Industry is well aware that the South African sugar industry is experiencing various challenges as it has been engaging the industry for over a year to alleviate the plight of local sugarcane farmers.
South Africa: Road Traffic Management Corporation Invites Public Comments On Road Traffic Law Enforcement
press release Have your say on the traffic laws you want enforced The Traffic Law Enforcement Committee is inviting members of the public to provide comments on the future and direction of road traffic law enforcement in South Africa. The Committee was set up in 2017 by the Minister of Transport. To date it has engaged with a wide range of organisations consulting on the way forward regarding the future of traffic law enforcement in the country.
South Africa: Minister Gwede Mantashe On Sibanye-Stilwater Mining Statement
press release The Minister of Mineral Resources, Mr Gwede Mantashe, has noted today's statement by mining company Sibanye-Stilwater regarding possible retrenchments at two of its gold operations, Beatrix and Driefontein. The department will engage with stakeholders in line with Section 52 of the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act (MPRDA), which requires that the company explore all possible options to ensure as many jobs as possible are saved during the restructuring.
South Africa: President Cyril Ramaphosa - Response to Debate On State of the Nation Address 2019
press release Speaker of the National Assembly, Ms Baleka Mbete, Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces, Ms Thandi Modise, Deputy President David Mabuza in absentia, Honourable Members, Allow me to begin by wishing my wife, who is in the gallery, and all the women members of our Parliament here present here a happy Valentine's Day.
South Africa: Parliament Amends February Programme to Implement Court Order On IPID Head
press release Police Committee will amend its February Programme to implement court order on IPID Head The Portfolio on Police will amend its February programme to prioritise the process in relation to renewal/non-renewal of the contract of the Independent Police Ivestigative Directorate Head as per the court order today.
South Africa: Deputy Minister Pinky Kekana Calls On South Africans to Harness Radio As Medium of Social Cohesion On World Radio Day
press release The 13th of February 2019 marks the celebration of World Radio Day, Deputy Minister of Communications Pinky Kekana, has hailed the medium as one of the most loved, cherished and universal symbols of communications and human progress. This year World Radio Day 2019 will be celebrated under the theme: "Dialogue, Tolerance, and Peace". World Radio Day, now in its 8th year, is an annual celebration of radio as a medium, and a recognition of its power and influence across the world.
South Africa: Minister Pravin Gordon - Debate On State of the Nation Address
press release Debate on the State of the Nation Address: Renewing a capable and developmental state Mr President, Madam Speaker, Chairperson, honourable members and guests. Introduction A year ago, we set out on a path of growth and renewal. Emerging from a period of uncertainty and a loss of confidence and trust, we resolved to break with all that divides us, to embrace that which unites us.
South Africa: Parliament Enquires About Criminal Charges Against Implicated Sascoc Members
press release Committee inquires about criminal charges against those implicated in SASCOC report The Portfolio Committee on Sport and Recreation on 12 Feb 2019 questioned the Department of Sport and Recreation on the repercussions for those implicated in the South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (SASCOC) report.
South Africa: Auditor-General Briefs Parliament On Department of Energy Audit Outcomes
press release The Auditor General (AG) of South Africa said there is material uncertainty whether the three entities, PetroSA, Necsa and Pelchem, can continue to operate. The AG was briefing the Portfolio Committee on Energy on the Department of Energy and its entities' audit outcomes for 2017/18. One key concern identified by the AG within PetroSA is debtor's collection periods, which have increased, putting a strain on cash flows.
South Africa: Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams Withdraws Electronic Communications Amendment Bill
press release Early today, the Minister of Communications, Ms Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams, participated in a meeting of the Portfolio Committee on Telecommunications and Postal Services. The committee deliberated on the Electronic Communications Amendment Bill, which was tabled before Parliament in October 2018, followed by public hearings involving various stakeholders including the regulated firms.
Show More
loading
Actions
Is this you?
As a journalist, you can create a free Muck Rack account to customize your profile, list your contact preferences, and upload a portfolio of your best work.Get in touch with Frontline
Contact Frontline, search articles and posts on X, monitor coverage, and track replies from one place.
Learn more about Muck Rack