Nehawu protests against state of North West healthcare facilities
Nehawu is also calling for all vacant positions to be filled.
South Africa
Government welcomes Vincent Smith’s sentence
“Smith will thus serve seven-year direct imprisonment for his involvement in criminality.”
CDA calls for stricter controls to combat drug smuggling
The NDMP is South Africa’s central policy framework for addressing substance use
W Cape calls for urgent livestock movement permitting system
Winde says more than 41-thousand Foot and Mouth Disease vaccine doses have been administered
Government accelerates reforms to revive South Africa’s rail system
Government accelerates reforms to revive South Africa’s rail system
Deputy President Paul Mashatile says government has committed significant resources and reforms to restore South Africa’s rail transport system as part of efforts to strengthen economic infrastructure and stimulate growth.
Mashatile made the remarks on Thursday when responding to questions for oral reply in the...
Increase in National Minimum Wage set to bring relief to workers
Increase in National Minimum Wage set to bring relief to workers
South Africa’s National Minimum Wage (NMW) is set to rise from R28.79 to R30.23 for each ordinary hour worked, with effect from 1 March 2026, helping stretched workers bring home a little more bacon.Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth announced the R1.44 upward adjustment in the NMW in early February,...
SANTACO condemns killing of 30-year-old taxi driver in Evaton
Orange Vaal Taxi Association driver killed in drive-by on Golden Highway; police open murder case.
Gauteng Education concerned over alleged rape of learner by teacher
The educator was then arrested on Wednesday after he allegedly tried to evade authorities.
MEC Buthelezi condemns destruction of electricity infrastructure
Technical teams in the uMhlathuze Municipality are working around the clock to restore power.
Former MP Vincent Smith gets 7 years for fraud and corruption
Smith pleaded guilty to several charges, including corruption and fraud.
NPA scores victory in Vincent Smith State Capture case
NPA scores victory in Vincent Smith State Capture case
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has notched a victory against State Capture with the conviction and sentencing of former Member of Parliament, Vincent Smith.
The Johannesburg High Court sentenced Smith to seven years’ direct imprisonment after the former lawmaker agreed to a plea and sentence agreement with the...
South Africa must move from promises to real change for women – Mhlauli
South Africa must move from promises to real change for women – Mhlauli
Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli has called for a decisive shift from symbolic commitments to tangible action in advancing gender equality, saying policies must translate into measurable improvements in the lives of women and girls.
Delivering remarks during the National Council of Provinces...
Motorists warned that persistent rain has left Gauteng roads slippery
Traffic officers are on standby to respond to any weather-related emergencies.
I moved my family out of SA to protect them: O’Sullivan
Paul O’Sullivan is appearing before Ad Hoc Committee probing corruption in the justice system
News24 | American tourist missing after being swept out to sea at Cape Point
Police divers are searching for an American tourist who went missing while swimming in Cape Town.
Call for global peace and stronger political will to advance women’s rights
Call for global peace and stronger political will to advance women’s rights
Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Nonceba Mhlauli, has called for renewed global commitment to peace and decisive action to enforce existing protections for women.
Speaking at the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) debate in commemoration of International Women’s Day, Mhlauli warned that without...
Deadline looms for NSFAS outstanding appeal documents
Deadline looms for NSFAS outstanding appeal documents
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has urged students with pending appeals to submit all outstanding documents before the appeals window closes on 31 March 2026.
Providing an update on applications for the 2026 academic year during a media briefing in Pretoria on Thursday, NSFAS Acting CEO Waseem Carrim said the...
Government steps up fight against corruption in water sector
Mothibi has issued a stern warning to so‑called water mafias and officials within the Department
Natural gas development critical for African transition
Natural gas development critical for African transition
Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe has made a robust defence for natural gas development, framing it as essential to industrialisation and a “just and realistic energy transition” for the continent.
The Minister was speaking at the 11th edition of the Africa Gas Forum held on the sidelines of the Africa...
News24 | David Masondo wins defamation case as judge finds no evidence for ‘reckless’ claims
A judge has ordered property developer Rali Mampeule to stop making defamatory claims that Masondo is involved in “corruption, bribery and unethical business activities”.
Lekota’s body arrives in Bloemfontein ahead of burial
Lekota’s family says the funeral is expected to take place between Friday and Saturday, next week.