Innovation key to economic growth

Innovation key to economic growth

Minister in the Presidency, Jeff Radebe, says BRICS countries must continue to embrace innovation as a key driver for economic growth. “Innovation is a powerful engine for development and for addressing social and global challenges. “I can also affirm that innovation...
Telecomms requests info on SMMEs

Telecomms requests info on SMMEs

Telecommunications and Postal Services Minister Siyabonga Cwele has released a gazette requesting information on Small, Micro and Medium Enterprises (SMMEs) for the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector. “This is part of government’s priority to...
SA developing blue economy strategy

SA developing blue economy strategy

In order to make full use of its oceans’ potential, the South African government is in the process of developing a blue economy strategy, said the Department of Environmental Affairs. “South Africa has large ocean spaces and we are beginning to appreciate the value of...
Invest in hydrogen economy

Invest in hydrogen economy

Midrand – Science and Technology Minister Derek Hanekom says South Africa should invest in the hydrogen fuel economy by taking advantage of the country’s large supply of platinum deposits. Addressing a conference hosted by Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection...
SA, France bolster relations

SA, France bolster relations

Pretoria – Top officials from South Africa and France have met in Pretoria to map a way forward on how to deepen political and economic relations between the two countries. International Relation’s Director-General Jerry Matjila hosted his French counterpart Pierre...