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SAWS issues weekend weather outlook

Today at 14:04 PM, via SAnews

SAWS issues weekend weather outlook

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says typical autumn weather systems are expected to dominate across the country this weekend.

According to the forecast, this pattern consists of a surface trough over the western and central interior, while the Atlantic High extends a ridge over the southern and eastern parts of the country. 

This will...

Title deeds restores dignity and land ownership to verified beneficiaries

Today at 14:03 PM, via SAnews

Title deeds restores dignity and land ownership to verified beneficiaries

Deputy President Paul Mashatile says today’s handover of title deeds to the Sebilong community, situated near Thabazimbi in Limpopo, restores ownership and secure tenure to 1 071 verified beneficiaries from the 89 originally dispossessed households.

“The claim was settled through a combination of land...

N3 reopens near Harrismith following truck obstruction

Today at 12:07 PM, via SAnews

N3 reopens near Harrismith following truck obstruction

All lanes in both directions on the N3 near the Harrismith North Interchange have been reopened on Friday to traffic, after an earlier multiple-truck obstruction.

Motorists are, however, advised to expect ongoing congestion and delays in the area while the traffic backlog is cleared.

N3 Toll Concession (N3TC) Chief Operating...

Public urged to shape new whistleblower protection law

Today at 11:50 AM, via SAnews

Public urged to shape new whistleblower protection law

Government has called on South Africans to help shape a sweeping new law aimed at protecting whistleblowers.

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamaloko Kubayi, on Thursday unveiled the proposed Protected Disclosures Bill in Pretoria, describing it as a “critical intervention” to safeguard individuals who...

Treat water with the same seriousness as energy security: Majodina

Today at 11:50 AM, via SAnews

Treat water with the same seriousness as energy security: Majodina

Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina has emphasised that water is no longer a sectoral issue that can be treated as a routine service delivery function, warning that it has become a binding constraint on economic growth.

Delivering a keynote address during a Ministerial webinar on Friday to track progress on...

SARS reminds trusts to file income tax returns

Today at 11:12 AM, via SAnews

SARS reminds trusts to file income tax returns

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has urged all trusts registered in South Africa to submit income tax returns for every year of assessment, in line with legislative requirements.

This obligation applies even where a trust had no economic activity during the relevant year.

“Where a trust is no longer being used for its intended...

SA committed to resetting diplomatic relations with US

Today at 10:57 AM, via SAnews

SA committed to resetting diplomatic relations with US

While trade relations between South Africa and the United States face several challenges, President Cyril Ramaphosa says the government is committed to rebuilding political and diplomatic relations with the US.

Speaking at the American Chamber of Commerce South Africa  Annual General Meeting on Thursday, the President said he...

Title deeds bring jubilation to Limpopo community 

Today at 10:55 AM, via SAnews

Title deeds bring jubilation to Limpopo community 

Today is a day of jubilation for the community of Sebilong, situated just outside Thabazimbi, in Limpopo, as they received their title deeds from Deputy President Paul Mashatile.All roads led to Thabazimbi on Friday as the community gathered to witness the title deeds handover ceremony. This landmark ceremony represents a...

President appoints two Judges of the Constitutional Court

Today at 10:28 AM, via SAnews

President appoints two Judges of the Constitutional Court

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Justice Nambitha Christabel Dambuza-Mayosi and Justice Katharine Mary Savage as Judges of the Constitutional Court with effect from 1 May 2026.

President Ramaphosa has made these appointments after consultation with Chief Justice Mandisa Maya and leaders of political parties...

SA learners crowned African Spelling Bee champions

Today at 10:14 AM, via SAnews

SA learners crowned African Spelling Bee champions

The Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, has officially received the African Spelling Bee Championship trophy from South African learners who secured first place at the continental competition held in Harare, Zimbabwe.

Team South Africa emerged as overall champions at the Africa leg of the spelling bee competition, with...

Bolobedu Solar Plant fires up SA’s energy security

Today at 08:32 AM, via SAnews

Bolobedu Solar Plant fires up SA’s energy security

Government has welcomed the successful commissioning of the Bolobedu Solar Plant, a 148-megawatt (MW) photovoltaic facility in Limpopo province.

The plant was completed in April 2026 and commissioned by mineral resources company, Rio Tinto. 

“This milestone represents a significant contribution to South Africa’s ongoing efforts...

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