Constitution brought “profound transformation” to South Africa

The Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Andries Nel, has described the Constitution as a path altering legal document that has “profoundly transformed” South Africa.The Deputy Minister addressed the National Council of Province’s debate on Human Rights Day on Wednesday afternoon.This year,...

Government dissolves Ingonyama Trust Board amid governance concerns

Land Reform and Rural Development Minister Mzwanele Nyhontso has dissolved the Ingonyama Trust Board following a series of resignations of several board members before the expiry of their terms of office.

The move comes after the Minister consulted with the Ingonyama and the KwaZulu-Natal Premier due to concerns...

SA Innovation Week highlights gains of investing in research and development

Science, Technology and Innovation Deputy Minister Dr Nomalungelo Gina says innovation is the lifeblood of any forward-looking country and industrialisation. 

“…All fast-growing economies are driven by strong investments in research and development (R&D) and a robust system for commercialising...

Government welcomes easing of CPI

Government has welcomed a further easing of the annual consumer price inflation (CPI) to 3.0% in February 2026, down from 3.5% in January 2026, indicating sustained progress in stabilising prices. 

The monthly change in the CPI was 0.4%, reflecting contained price pressures across the economy.

The lower inflation outcome was supported by several key...

Call for PROs to drive waste diversion

Government has called on the Producer Responsibility Organisations (PROs) and their members to significantly increase the rate of waste diversion, especially of plastics and composite packaging. 

“The PROs and their members are well-positioned to drive this shift — not only through recycling targets, but by closing material loops and...

Panic broke out along the Muizenberg Beach promenade on Saturday when children were left screaming in pain after being struck by what parents believe were electric shocks.

Nelson Mandela Bay activates comprehensive drought mitigation plan

Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has activated and is implementing a comprehensive Drought Mitigation Plan as dam levels supplying the metro approach critical levels, following the declaration of a national disaster in the Eastern Cape.

In February 2026, the National Disaster Management Centre classified the drought...

Drugs and illicit goods intercepted at Oshoek border

Officials of the Border Management Authority (BMA), the South African Revenue Service (SARS) and the South African Police Service (SAPS) have intercepted a truck transporting illicit drugs and goods at the Oshoek port of entry.

BMA Commissioner, Dr Michael Masiapato, has commended the officials for the successful joint...

eThekwini intensifies compliance inspections to curb hazardous risks

The eThekwini Municipality has intensified compliance inspections across the city to ensure that people living and working near hazardous operations remain safe and protected.

The municipality’s Fire Services Directorate and Environmental Health Division has ramped up enforcement through unannounced inspections,...

Legal action filed in the Pietermaritzburg High Court this week has revealed the sweeping scope of the uMngeni Municipality’s fight against neighbouring Msunduzi Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal in a bid to supply electricity to Hilton locals.