24 May 2016
Africa Day 2016 marks 53 years since the formation of the Organisation of African Unity on 25 May 1963 and the African Union in 2002. South Africa joins the entire continent in celebrating Africa Day with pride. The continent has advanced on many fronts especially in strengthening democracy, peace, stability and socio-economic development. Africa Day is an opportunity to celebrate African identity and heritage.
21 May 2016
Government and stakeholders have hosted a successful centenary celebration event at the University of Fort Hare in Alice where President Zuma gave the keynote address.
The centenary alumni address was delivered by President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe. The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma also delivered a message of congratulations.
The event was attended by alumni, students, community members and dignitaries from across Southern Africa.
20 May 2016
The Minister of Communications, Ms Faith Muthambi (MP) will, on Monday, 23 May 2016 engage with the community in Tshino village, Vuwani Limpopo as part of the activities of the Inter-ministerial Committee (IMC) on Vuwani as established by His Excellency the President of the Republic, Mr JG Zuma.
19 May 2016
Acting Minister of Higher Education and Training, Thulas Nxesi met with the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Fort Hare who briefed him on the state of readiness for the centenary celebrations which are planned for Friday 20 May 2016. Included in the briefing were disruptions that took place at the Alice campus of the university last evening, Wednesday 18 May 2016.
19 May 2016
Government assures the nation that the Fort Hare Centenary celebrations will continue as planned on 20th May at Fort Hare Campus in Alice.
Security agencies are on the ground at Fort Hare to ensure that the 100 year centenary celebrations are held in a safe and secure environment.
Students grievances are being attended to and the University of Fort Hare management has responded to the immediate demands and will attend to outstanding demands requiring longer term intervention in due course.
Media Statement by the Minister in the Presidency Responsible for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Mr Jeff Radebe, at the University of Fort Hare Centenary Inter-Ministerial Media Briefing
The Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) on University of Fort Hare Centenary celebration led by Minister for Performance, Monitoring and Evaluation in the Presidency, Jeff Radebe will hold a media briefing to provide status on the upcoming centenary celebration.
Details of the briefing are as follows:
Date:Wednesday, 18 May 2016
Time:12h00
Venue:Imbizo Media Centre, 120 Plein Street, Parliament in Cape Town
N.B: There will be a video link up to East London, 50 Church Street, Fort Hare East London Campus
RSVP:
Ireen Magwai (East London)
13 May 2016
Members of the media are invited to a media networking session with Minister of Communications, Faith Muthambi and Executive Mayor of Vhembe District Municipality, Councillor, Tshitereke Matibe to engage on the process pertaining to the consultations on bringing stability to Vuwani.
Details are as follows:
Date: 13 May 2016
Time: 17h00
Venue: Council Chamber of the Vhembe District Municipality in Thohoyandou
13 May 2016
Government, stakeholders and communities across the Vhembe District District Municipality are hard at work and leaving no stone unturned to find a lasting solution to the challenges being experienced in the Vuwani area.
12 May 2016
Government wishes to congratulate the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) regarding its decision to play 90% local music across its 18 radio stations going forward.
