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.
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.
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:
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.
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".
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.
30 September
28 September
The Government Communication and Information System in collaboration with the Association of Independent Publishers (AIP) and Pan South African Language Board (PanSALB) will host a webinar on the current state of indigenous languages in South Africa, and the need to promote usage and preservation.
This webinar hosted seeks to:
22 September 2021
The South Africa Government wishes to advise the nation on the arrangements for the Official Funeral of the late Prof Hlengiwe Mkhize who passed away on Thursday, 16 September 2021.
At the time of her passing, Prof Mkhize was serving as the Deputy Minister in The Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities.
President Ramaphosa has accorded Prof Mkhize an Official Funeral Category 2 with police honours.
1. Memorial Service
21 September 2021
September is commemorated as Heritage month, celebrating the cultural expressions and practices that form a body of knowledge and provide continuity, dynamism, and meaning to social life. The knowledge-based economy presents new opportunities for Africa and the world to embrace indigenous languages for inclusivity.
