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Aspiring young, black filmmakers in South Africa now have the chance see their productions come to life, thanks to a new fund set up for local emerging filmmakers.

The South African National Defence Force will deploy more than 1 500 troops to the African Capacity for Immediate Response to Crises (ACIRC), which will help ensure stability on the continent.

The troops who will be sent to ACIRC have been undergoing intensive training to prepare themselves for any situation they may face on the African continent.

Sport, arts and culture

Sport Minister Fikile Mbalula says Team SA’s outstanding performance at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow is a clear indication that sport in South Africa is on the rise.

South Africa and Africa in general benefited immensely from the recent US-Africa Leaders’ Summit held in Washington, said Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies.

The independence of the courts and the rule of law can only prosper where there is a clear separation of powers.

This is according to Minister of Justice and Correctional Services Michael Masutha, who recently announced that staff from the Department of Justice would be transferred to the office of Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng.

International relations

South Africa’s trade with Brazil, Russia, China and India may have mushroomed in recent years, but Minister of Trade and Industry Rob Davies says it’s still too early to talk about a free trade agreement among the grouping.

This September South Africans from all walks of life are encouraged to celebrate Heritage Month by paying homage to their past and sharing their stories of freedom and democracy.

This year’s theme is ‘Celebrating 20 Years of Democracy: Tell Your Story that Moves South Africa Forward.’

Do you have a story to tell about what life was like in apartheid South Africa or during the transition to democracy?

If you do, the "Tell Your Story Campaign" gives you the perfect platform to reflect on your experiences.

Programme of Action

“South Africa is a much better place to live in than it was in 1994 and the lives of millions of our people have improved.”