JCPS Cluster briefs media on state of readiness for 2021 local government elections: 25 Oct

22 October 2021

The Justice, Crime Prevention and Security Cluster (JCPS) Ministers will lead a media briefing on the state of readiness for 2021 local government elections.

Details of the media briefing are as follows:

Date: Monday, 25 October 2021
Time: 12h00
Venue: GCIS – Ronnie Mamoepa Press Room, Tshedimosetso House, 1035 Francis Baard Street, Hatfield, Pretoria

Media Participation: Journalists may also view the briefing via live streaming on the following government digital platforms:

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Government Communications hosts webinar on youth voices in upcoming local government elections, 21 Oct

19 October 2021

The Government Communications and Information System (GCIS) in partnership with Agape Youth Movement will host a webinar to discuss the importance of youth participation in the upcoming local government elections.

This webinar hosted seeks to:

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GCIS commemorates Black Wednesday

19 October 2021

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) joins South Africa’s media industry in commemorating the 44th anniversary of Black Wednesday, a day set aside to reflect on and discuss media freedom.  South African history bears testament to the need for ongoing discussions on media freedom and the realization of the critical role media plays in strengthening democracy.

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President Cyril Ramaphosa marks 35th anniversary passing of President Samora Machel of Mozambique

18 October 2021

His Excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa and His Excellency President Filipe Nyusi of the Republic of Mozambique will on Tuesday, 19 October 2021, participate in a commemorative event to mark the 35th anniversary of the passing of former President of the Republic of Mozambique, Samora Machel.

President Ramaphosa and President Nyusi are scheduled to speak at the occasion and lay wreaths.

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Masterclass on waste management as a business model for youth: 13 Oct

11 October 2021

The Government Communication and Information System in partnership with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment will host a Masterclass on waste management as a business model for youth.

The masterclass will empower young people with information on the economic, training and funding opportunities that exist within the  waste sector and encourage entrepreneurship to create sustainable eco-friendly  jobs and drive the country’s economic growth.

Details of the Masterclass are as follows:

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Government mourns the passing of veteran journlist Val Boje

4 October 2021

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) joins the media and communications sector in mourning the passing of veteran journalist, Ms Valerie Boje.  

According to the media statement issued by the National Press Club, Val passed away in the morning of Monday, 04 October 2021.  
GCIS wishes to express its condolences to her family, friends, colleagues in the media and communication sector as well as the National Press Club members.

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Job creation and economic growth will be the cornerstone of South Africa’s participation in the EXPO2020 in Dubai

30 September 2021

Cabinet has announced South Africa’s participation at the EXPO2020 Dubai that will take place in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from 1 October 2021 to 31 March 2022. The theme of this year's Expo is "Connecting Minds and Creating the Future via Sustainability, Mobility, and Opportunity".

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Government Communication and Information System initiates action on SIU Digital Vibe report

30 September  

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) confirms that a Special Investigating Unit has made a finding against a GCIS staff member in the Digital Vibes matter. GCIS has set in motion a process to deal with the SIU findings.

This process will determine which cause of action will be taken against the official concerned. The process is guided by the Guide on Disciplinary and Incapacity Matters of the Department of Public Service and Administration.

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