Heavy rains expected in Nelson Mandela Bay, Kouga municipalities
SAWS issues level 8 warning for destructive rains in Eastern Cape as farmers recover from floods.
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Gauteng on a drive to revitalise decommissioned schools
At least eighty schools in Gauteng have ceased to operate due to low learner numbers.
Booysen case postponed to end of next month in WC High Court
A police officer testified as a new witness about evidence linked to an alleged April 2017
KZN motorists warned against use of fake personalised plates
The department says it has noticed an increase in fraudulent personalised plates.
Correctional Services to take over Mangaung prison
The Department of Correctional Services says it ready to takeover Mangaung prison.
Zimbabwean nationals return home amid growing tensions in SA
Some passengers are leaving the country due to fears for their safety.
Economic growth, job creation top of Presidency priorities: Ramaphosa
Ramaphosa said there is significant improvement in the economy including revenue collection.
Petrol price increases are hitting the taxi business hard
Some Kimberley taxi drivers say recent petrol price increases are hitting the industry hard.
Santaco calls for swift arrests in Nyanga taxi-related shooting
Four people were shot dead and two others left wounded in the shooting.
Western Cape closes schools due to severe weather warning
The Western Cape Education Department has closed all schools ahead of inclement weather.
Water distribution showing signs of recovery: City of Tshwane
The City of Tshwane says its water distribution network is showing signs of recovery.
Ramaphosa urges rule of law amid anti-undocumented migrant protests
Ramaphosa says illegal immigration is a serious challenge during Presidency Budget speech.
SIU flags R8.3mln bursary funding irregularities in Free State
SIU says bursaries were awarded to foreign nationals officials, relatives and unqualified recipients
Some Joburg areas face delayed water recovery after maintenance
Johannesburg Water says Rand Water has completed the first phase of its maintenance programme.
Mashatile secures investment commitments during India visit
Mashatile secures investment commitments during India visit
Deputy President Paul Mashatile says South Africa has secured commitments from Indian business leaders to expand investments in key sectors of the economy following the successful conclusion of the first leg of his working visit to India.Addressing members of the media on Tuesday upon the conclusion of the first leg of his...
Government intensifies fight against corruption, illegal immigration
Government intensifies fight against corruption, illegal immigration
President Cyril Ramaphosa says government will intensify efforts to combat corruption, address illegal immigration, tackle the water crisis and turn around struggling municipalities as part of a broader drive to build a capable and developmental State.Addressing Parliament during the Presidency Budget Vote on...
President outlines economic recovery plan as global tensions threaten growth
President outlines economic recovery plan as global tensions threaten growth
President Cyril Ramaphosa says government will intensify efforts to grow the economy, create jobs and attract investment, despite growing global uncertainties that threaten South Africa’s economic recovery.
Delivering the Presidency Budget Vote in the National Assembly on Tuesday, President Ramaphosa said...
SAHRC raises alarm over anti-Illegal immigration protests
Concerns have also been raised about hate speech, unlawful conduct and the risk of instability
eThekwini distances itself from alleged housing fraud
eThekwini distances itself from alleged housing fraud
The eThekwini Municipality has moved to clarify its role following an alleged housing fraud case linked to a beneficiary of the Illovu Housing Project, stressing that the suspect is not a municipal employee.According to the municipality, media reports incorrectly identified the suspect as an employee of eThekwini Municipality....
Bafana Bafana arrive in Mexico
Bafana Bafana arrive in Mexico
South Africa’s national’s men’s soccer team Bafana Bafana have arrived in Mexico ahead of the start of the FIFA Soccer World Cup next week.Their safe arrival was announced in a post on social media platform, X, on Tuesday.The team departed for the tournament on Monday after visas were secured for all the players on Sunday, 31 May.“The South...
SIU uncovers maladministration in awarding of Free State bursaries
SIU uncovers maladministration in awarding of Free State bursaries
An investigation into the affairs of the Office of the Premier in the Free State has uncovered serious maladministration and the awarding of bursaries to foreign nationals, relatives and a deceased student.
Acting Head of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) Leonard Lekgetho said the investigation was initiated...