Nelson Mandela Bay residents enter day three without power, water
Businesses have been closed, residents and also frail care centers are struggling to keep up.
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Visitor numbers drop at Kruger Park’s Skukuza Camp
Some visitors and some staff at Skukuza Camp have welcomed the partial return of services.
Over 800 suspects nabbed in N Cape Operation Shanela sting
The operation resulted in the confiscation of alcohol, dangerous weapons and drugs.
KZN wildlife issues warning after two drown reaching hippo carcass
Two people drowned in the Monzi area after community members tried to reach a carcass of a hippo
Power grid stability continues to support economic activity
Power grid stability continues to support economic activity
Eskom has entered 2026 with a markedly stronger and more stable power system than in the previous five years, supporting the country’s return to work and continued economic activity.
“This recovery reflects the sustained impact of Eskom’s Generation Recovery Plan, which continues to strengthen operations and reinforce...
Transnet partners with Belgian port entities to modernise local ports
Transnet partners with Belgian port entities to modernise local ports
Transnet has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Port of Antwerp-Bruges International (PoABI) and the Antwerp/Flanders Port Training Center (APEC) to modernise South Africa’s port system, enhance operational efficiency, and strengthen regional trade competitiveness.
The agreement...
Gauteng government has duty to fix scholar transport sector: Lesufi
Lesufi says the road to school should not turn into a road to the graveyard for learners.
Vanderbijlpark crash victim Bokamoso Mokhobo described as confident, outspoken
The learners were among the 14 pupils who died after their scholar transport collided with a truck.
SA to host special WEF Summit in 2027
SA to host special WEF Summit in 2027
The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, has announced that South Africa will host a Special World Economic Forum (WEF) Summit in 2027.
Speaking at the recent World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, Switzerland, Lamola said that as Africa’s most industrialised economy and a key voice of the Global South, South...
Gauteng rolls out more smart DLTCs
Gauteng rolls out more smart DLTCs
The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport is accelerating the roll out of Smart Driver Licence Testing Centres (DLTCs) across the province, bringing efficient, ethical and modern licensing services directly to communities while supporting the department’s road safety objectives.
Currently, operational Smart DLTCs include Atteridgeville, Denlyn,...
Nkabinde Enquiry resumes hearings next week
Nkabinde Enquiry resumes hearings next week
The enquiry into the fitness to hold office of Advocate Andrew Chauke will resume its hearing on Monday following its adjournment for the festive period.
The enquiry was established last year by President Cyril Ramaphosa in terms of section 12(6)(a) of the National Prosecuting Authority Act 32 of 1998 to inquire into the fitness of...
Rand Water rejects claim the Vaal Dam has been poisoned
Rand Water rejects claim the Vaal Dam has been poisoned
Rand Water has confirmed that consumers may continue to drink water directly from their taps safely.
This comes as claims that the Vaal Dam had been poisoned were circulated on social media.
A WhatsApp audio clip claimed that the “dam has been poisoned” and that tap water should not be consumed unless it is first...
Ofentse Vinger’s mother will miss his laughter, stories, stubbornness
The joint funeral of three of the fourteen learners is underway at Sebokeng in the Vaal.
Roads affected by floods in Mpumalanga
Roads affected by floods in Mpumalanga
The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has provided an update on the national roads that were affected by the recent heavy rains and flooding in Mpumalanga.
According to SANRAL Mpumalanga’s Provincial Head, Mabuyi Mhlanga, the roads agency continues to closely monitor the situation by carrying out assessments at...
“Trust between parents, scholar transport operators has broken down”
Fourteen learners perished when their scholar transport taxi collided with a truck.
Protection of persons with disabilities key amid severe weather conditions
Protection of persons with disabilities key amid severe weather conditions
The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has advocated for the protection of persons with disabilities against climate change as mandated by law and policy.
“The call for the protection of the rights of persons with disabilities in the changing climate follows the clarion call by the...
Government welcomes Chery SA investment
Government welcomes Chery SA investment
The Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau, has welcomed the announcement of an investment by Chery South Africa in the automotive sector.
This investment comes at the back of an agreement signed between Chery SA and Nissan South Africa to acquire the assets in Nissan’s Pretoria facility.
It also coincides with ongoing...
LIVE: Joint funeral service for three Vanderbijlpark learners
The funeral attended by Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi is taking place at Sebokeng.
Vanderbijlpark crash victim Thato Moetjie’s friend recounts last moments shared
The funeral service for three of the 14 learners is underway at the Saul Tsotetsi sports grounds
Manhunt under way following Eskom employees’ shooting
An Eskom employee was fatally shot while his wife sustained gunshot wounds.
Gauteng police appeal for public help after Jeffsville mass shooting
Police say the motive for the attack could be related to extortion linked to spaza shops